Activities / Sights Archives

Sunset from Cadillac Mountain in Acadia National Park Bar Harbor Maine 4

Visiting Cadillac Mountain in Acadia National Park: Everything You Need to Know

Visiting the Cadillac Mountain summit for sunrise, sunset or just hiking around and enjoying the views is a key part to a trip to Acadia National Park. See what you need to do to get access to Cadillac Mountain and our tips for making the most of your limited time at this beautiful spot in Maine.

Cow Moose in pond in Kokadjo Moosehead Lake Maine 1

Activities / Sights Maine Highlands

Canoe Moose Tours with Northeast Whitewater in Greenville, Maine

One of the most beautiful ways to see a moose in Maine is through a canoe moose tour. Wildlife goes where it wants to, but doing a guided tour with Northeast Whitewater to look for moose is a special, sort of trip. See what to expect and how to plan a wildlife watching expedition in Greenville, Maine.

West Quoddy Lighthouse Lubec Maine from Bar Harbor Whale Watching Lighthouse Cruise 1

Activities / Sights Down East Lighthouses

Grand Slam Lighthouse Cruise with Bar Harbor Whale Watching: 18 lighthouses!

The Bold Coast Grand Slam 18 Lighthouse Tour from Bar Harbor is awesome! If you like lighthouses and being out on the water, this unique tour is amazing for getting to see remote lighthouses in Maine and New Brunswick as you travel through the Gulf of Maine and to the Bay of Fundy. Bar Harbor Whale Watching's lighthouse tours are a fantastic addition to your trip to Maine.

Entrance to the Abbe Museum in Bar Harbor Maine 1

Activities / Sights Down East

The Abbe Museum, Bar Harbor: Incredible Art and Artifacts of the Wabanaki People

The Abbe Museum in Bar Harbor is fully dedicated to sharing and preserving the history and culture oft he Wabanaki people of Maine. With contemporary art by Wabanaki artist and archaeological exhibits, the Abbe Museum is one of the best curated indigenous museums in the USA.

Fall Colors Biking on the Carriage Roads in Acadia National Park Maine 1

Acadia National Park Activities / Sights

Renting E-bikes at Acadia National Park: Tips for Riding and Navigating the Trails

Renting e-bikes at Acadia National Park is our top pick for enjoying this beautiful area away from the crowds. See our recommendations for biking routes, where to rent e-bikes at Acadia NP and suggestions for the best day exploring the park.

Lobster Traps on Dock at Wyeth Compound Allen Islands MidCoast Maine 2

Activities / Sights Lobster Mid Coast

Monhegan Boat Line: Puffin and Lobstering Tour from Port Clyde, MidCoast

Monhegan Boat Line does the coolest boat tour in MidCoast Maine: the Puffin and Nature Cruise that includes lobstering! See what to expect on this unique summer tour to look for puffins, see Wyeth sights and learn about lobstering from Port Clyde (Rockland) Maine.

Colorful Dock Houses on Matinicus Island MidCoast Maine 1

Activities / Sights Mid Coast

Matinicus Ferry: a Rare Travel Opportunity on Maine State Ferries

The Matinicus Ferry from Rockland in MidCoast Maine is an unusual opportunity to get out on the water during your visit. See what to expect and how to plan for this trip out to a beautiful, remote island off the coast of Maine.

Humpback Whale in Casco Bay on cruise from Boothbay Harbor MidCoast Maine 3

Activities / Sights Mid Coast

Puffin and Whale Watching from Boothbay Harbor, MidCoast Maine

Whale watching from Boothbay Harbor is more than seeing humpbacks in Casco Bay. Between Atlantic puffins, whales of all sorts and several lighthouses, see what you'll find when you go out with Cap'n Fish's in MidCoast Maine.

Activities / Sights Southern Maine

Summer Fun at Funtown / Splashtown Saco, Maine – Family Activities

Just south of Portland, ME in the town of Saco is Funtown / Splashtown. This summer season amusement park is fun for the whole family and is a surprisingly good value. Tips for visiting and where to stay near Saco, ME.

Taylor Family with Thomas Dambo Trolls at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens Boothbay Harbor Maine 13

Activities / Sights Mid Coast

Visiting the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens in Boothbay on the Midcoast

This is everything you need to know about visiting the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, from the famous Trolls to special events. Details about seasonal happening and types of gardens found at the CMBG in Boothbay on the Midcoast.

Taylor Family in the Snow at Owls Head Lighthouse Spruce Head Maine 8

Activities / Sights Lighthouses Travel Plans

Beautiful Lighthouses in Maine to Visit, from Portland to the Canadian Border

Easy to visit lighthouses in Maine are all along the coast. From the famous Portland Head Light to lesser know sites that are even more beautiful, these are the best lighthouses to add to your Maine road trip.

Atlantic Puffin at Easter Egg Rock cruise from Boothbay Harbor MidCoast Maine 1

Activities / Sights

Wildlife in Maine: Spotting Exciting Moose to Beautiful Puffins and Everything in Between

There is a lot of wildlife in Maine if you are patient and know where to look. Between unique animals, including moose and puffins, and more common but still amazing wildlife, such as black bears, this guide will help you spot them all (with some luck!).