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Things To Do

From off the beaten path winter activities to charming cities and towns like Lewiston and Bar Harbor, there’s no shortage of things to do in Maine. Mountainside hikes through a kaleidoscope of fiery fall colors. Savory sea-to-table dinners in Portland. Cross-country glides through snow-covered pine. All waiting for you. Whether you’re looking for a summer family vacation or winter weekend getaway, these authentic experiences will leave you feeling inspired.

Attractions & Activities

Arts, Culture & Heritage

You could make a strong case that the Maine landscape is a natural work of art in and of itself. But there’s no need. Because countless others have already made…

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Family Attractions

A family vacation and classic family fun go hand in hand. In Maine, you’ll find all the adventure and amusement you need for some genuine family bonding. While there may…

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Farm Experiences & Farmers’ Markets

It’s no surprise that Maine has fantastic agricultural attractions — the state is home to generations of family farmers and a culture that has valued farm-to-table long before the term…

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Nature & Outdoors

From rugged coastlines to mountain lakes, outdoor adventure is simply in our nature. Every region in every season offers an abundance of activities and recreation from land to sea. Take…

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Shopping in Maine

There’s something about Maine that makes you want to take a piece of it home with you. Several pieces, most likely. You’ll know it when you see it. Shopping in…

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Spas, Health & Wellness

In a state known for transcending the expected, you can enjoy your own one-of-a-kind retreat from the everyday. Discover an array of options for relaxing, reflecting and rejuvenating. A world-class…

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Tours in Maine

Discover the best of Maine with a wide variety of tours for every interest — from food and drink to history, art, scenic cruises and outdoor adventures. Whether you want…

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Watching Maine’s Night Sky

We depend on the dark to frame our galaxy’s billions of glittering stars brightly and clearly. And in Maine, we take our dark skies seriously. A largely rural state, Maine…

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Fresh Air. Fresh Adventures. In Every Season.

Small moments and simple pleasures…

Spring

Spring

Birdsong in boreal forests. Delicate early blossoms. Spring awakens the forests and water alike. Fly-fish freshwater streams or hike whisper-quiet trails. The off-season will reveal its secrets.

Summer

Summer

Fragrant gardens. Sun-washed beaches. Summer is vivid with light and color. Savor Maine-made ice cream bursting with sweet, wild blueberries. Sail on a windjammer. Or retreat to a backcountry sporting camp.

Fall

Fall

Autumn sets Maine aglow in golden, luminous foliage. Relish fresh flavors of bountiful harvests. Stroll welcoming small towns with independent shops and galleries. Here, every route is the scenic one.

Winter

Winter

Exhilarating ski runs. The glitter of snowfall. Jovial holiday festivals. And craft cocktails by a roaring fire. Winter is a dance between invigorating cold and cozy warmth. Revel in it all.

Signature Maine Experiences

/ Acadia National Park

Acadia National Park

Rugged beaches, granite peaks and dense woodlands and wildflowers beckon for adventure.
/ Windjammer Sailing

Windjammer Sailing

Spend carefree days soaring the ocean in a traditional tall-masted schooner.
/ Katahdin, Maine

Guided Moose Safaris

Venture into Maine’s deep forests to catch a glimpse of majestic moose in the wild.

Puffin Cruises

See a thriving colony at the National Audubon Society restoration area.
Greater Portland, Maine

Oyster Farm Tours + Tastings

Learn about marine farming, plus how to shuck and taste fresh, briny oysters.

Registered Maine Guides

Local experts know the best places to fish, hunt, paddle and off-road in Maine’s backcountry.
/ Portland, Maine

Lobster Boat Tours

Wear authentic gear, pull up the day’s catch and learn about preservation efforts.
/ Freeport, Maine

LL Bean Flagship Store

Shop the sprawling Freeport mainstay for iconic apparel and outdoors gear.

Watching Maine’s Night Sky

We depend on the dark to frame our galaxy’s billions of glittering stars brightly and clearly. And in Maine, we take our dark skies seriously.
View from a rocky vantage point overlooking a forested landscape with a lake nestled among hills, and distant islands visible under a partly cloudy sky.
A large sailboat with multiple sails glides on calm water, surrounded by distant hills under a clear sky.
Two moose standing in a calm lake with autumn-colored trees, large rocks, and mountains in the background under a clear sky.
Two puffins with colorful beaks touch their bills while facing each other, set against a blurred natural background.
A man and woman sitting on a boat holding oysters in a paper bag that reads "Mere Point Oyster Co."
Two people are fly fishing in a forested river. One person is actively casting a line while the other observes. Both are wearing outdoor gear and standing near the water.
Three people in aprons are sitting together outdoors. The person in the middle holds a lobster with bands on its claws while the others smile.
A large boot sculpture is displayed in front of the L.L. Bean Inc. retail store building with glass windows and a sign above reading "L.L. Bean Inc." Adjacent chairs and a tree are also visible.
A lone tent sits a sandy patch of ground by a tranquil lake in Maine. Above, the night sky is aglow with the Northern Lights and a shooting star.