DAY TRIP IDEAS
There is so much to do in The Maine Beaches that it is hard to decide what to do and when . Here are a few ideas .
Couples Day in The Kennebunks
– Early morning walk on Gooch ’ s Beach .
– Take-out breakfast from Satellite Donuts and Coffee Roaster of the Kennebunks .
– Scooter tour of the area , either guided or on your own . Don ' t miss Walker ’ s Point .
– Lunch as you watch the lobster boats unload at The Ramp in Cape Porpoise .
– A round of mini-golf at Raptor Falls in Arundel .
– Browse the shops in Dock Square and Lower Village .
– Dinner waterside at The Boathouse Restaurant with a cocktail on the roof deck .
– Back to the beach for a sunset stroll .
Day with Friends in Ogunquit and Wells
– Big Breakfast Special at Maine Diner in Wells .
– Hike the trails at Wells Reserve at Laudholm , or sign up for a guided kayak paddle .
– Lunch at Lobster Shack in Perkins Cove . They offer an excellent lobster BLT and homemade New England chowder .
– Browse the nearby shops , then walk the Marginal Way with a stop at Little Beach .
– Visit the Ogunquit Museum of Art .
– Dinner at Congdon ’ s After Dark Food Truck Park .
– Head into Ogunquit Village for a nightcap and some live music .
Family Fun Day in OOB
– Breakfast means Cafe 64 , grab some coffee and a tasty breakfast sandwich .
– Start off the day at the beach . Build a sand castle , jump the waves .
– Hit the arcade at Palace Playland . Don ’ t miss their vintage Zoltan machine .
– Lunch at The Original Pier French Fries . – Play a little putt-putt at Pirate ’ s Cove . Argh !
– Cool off or heat up at Funtown Splashtown in Saco , with the After 3pm Pass .
– Dine on some classic amusement park fare from fried dough to poutine .
– Watch the fireworks from The Pier .
History Day in The Yorks
– Start the day with a fresh croissant at Beach Pea Baking Co , Route 1 , Kittery .
– Explore the blockhouse and grounds of Fort McClary State Park .
– Tour the buildings of Old York , beginning at the Museum Center in York Village .
– Lunch at The Goldenrod , which has been serving York Beach for 120 years .
– Stroll Short Sands Beach and Ellis Park .
– Drive along Route 1 and find a piece of history to go at one of several antique shops .
– Dine on a fine , locally-sourced meal at the historic Clay Hill Farm in Cape Neddick .
– End the day with a view of the Nubble Light .
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