5 BEST Towns to Visit in Maine

Bar Harbor

Bar Harbor offers something for every visitor, from hiking and biking trails through Acadia National Park to kayak and canoe tours along the Mount Desert Island coastline, to Downeast clambakes and lobster served on every corner. 

Camden

Camden is commonly referred to as the “Jewel of the Maine Coast,” and for good reason. Located in the Mid-Coast region, Camden is the gateway to Penobscot Bay – offering beautiful harbor views, shopping and excellent dining. 

York

York is a quintessential Maine town, home to everything from Nubble Lighthouse and sandy beaches to great amusements, museums, and shopping – there is so much to do in York!  

Boothbay Harbor

Home to the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, dozens of nature trails, schooner, and boat tours – there is something for everyone to enjoy. And you’ll be in good company here, as the people of Boothbay Harbor pride themselves on turning strangers into friends. 

Castine

Visitors enjoy watching the sunset from Wadsworth Cove Beach due to its ideal western exposure. The town itself is a quaint seaside village, perfect for walking the streets past historic homes and Inns. Castine is also home to Maine Maritime Academy. 

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