THE KENNEBUNKS
For generations , people have made The Kennebunks their favorite Maine vacation destination .
Visit the towns of Kennebunk , Kennebunkport , and Arundel , where you can spend your days lounging on our beautiful beaches and your nights dining in award-winning restaurants .
Experience one of many historical treasures , like White Columns , the Brick Store Museum , or the Seashore Trolley Museum . Grab some fried clams or the best lobster roll you ’ ve ever tasted at one of our casual eateries . We even have a Lobster Roll Trail guide to help you find the perfect roll !
Shop in our unique , independently-owned stores , surf , or take a boat tour . Climb on a stand-up paddleboard , or head out to sea on a whale watch , then relax in a range of accommodations , from 5-star hotels and elegant B & Bs to cozy inns . Though filled with a deep sense of history , from the rows of sea captains ’ homes to our vibrant museums , the Kennebunks are a modern escape with timeless appeal .
Kennebunk boasts three beautiful beaches : Gooch ’ s , Middle , and Mother ’ s . These long , wide , sandy beaches are the perfect place to walk , sun yourself , play in the surf , look for sand dollars , or enjoy the sight of the waves rolling into shore . In Kennebunkport , the three miles of Goose Rocks Beach are a favorite with walkers and the sand pail set . Colony Beach is much appreciated by those who love to scramble on its rocks and watch the surf dash the shore .
Enjoy the outdoors , whether strolling the serene grounds of St . Anthony ’ s Franciscan Monastery , kayaking on the Kennebunk and Mousam rivers , or walking or mountain biking the trails of the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust — a favorite activity for the Bush family . Both Kennebunk and Arundel have entrances to the Eastern Trail — a section of the East Coast Greenway — popular with those seeking to stretch their legs , no matter the season .
The Kennebunks are known for their events , including Christmas Prelude in December and Launch ! A Maritime Festival in June .
The area offers something special year-round . A colorful explosion of foliage delights in autumn , and the warmer days and smaller crowds of spring give plenty of room to stretch . For generations , people have made the Kennebunks their favorite Maine vacation destination . It ’ s time you discovered all that The Kennebunks have to offer . •