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Family- friendly fun in Harpswell Maine
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items We found Harpswell many years ago when looking for a quiet slow-paced vacation with toddler twins. And it’s gorgeous. Harpswell is my happy place. We go back every year.
Slow paced. Relaxing. Beautiful views. No crowds. If you dream of watching a s...
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Amazing views - we do a family portrait selfie every year from here. Get the blueberry muffins. My fav is the seafood risotto. My kids love the calamari strips - they are nice and think like fries!
Dolphin Marina & Restaurant
Okay so my fav restaurant is Dolphin but my husband’s is Sundrenched. Great outdoor seating and after the dinner walk the bridge and walk the sunset.
Sundrenched
If you’re in a rental and want to cook your own lobster this is an amazing place to get lobsters. Fresh and reasonably priced. Take the kids and they can pick out their lobsters.
Henry Allen's Sea Food
Cutest place and friendly staff. Little things to entertain the kids - one year a little mini golf, another a tire swing.
Pammy’s Ice Cream Parlor
The place that time forgot. But in a good way. My kids were ecstatic about sitting in a car and eating from a tray attached to our window. It’s a greasy pit with cheeseburgers that melt in your mouth and milkshakes that make you grateful to be alive....
Fat Boy Drive In
Kids AND dogs allowed! Eat outside with 2 and 4 legged kids and watch the planes go by.
Flight Deck Brewing
Wake up with an amazing cup of coffee. And there’s a play area for the kids to occupy themselves while you sit and enjoy a few sips before taking on the day…
Morning Moose Coffee
Amazing views and when low tide bring a bucket and explore for seaglass and rocky intertidal creatures. We can spend hours here at low tide.
Potts Point Preserve
Places to Go
Fill your agenda with these activities. Some last for an hour, some for the entire day…
For the past 7+ summers we (i.e. 2 adults, 3 kids and 1 dog) spend a week in Harpswell Maine. It's my happy place - it's a nice slow, crowd-free week. I hope you enjoy it too!
Harpswell
We are not huge flower people yet we ended up spending an entire fun-filled day. When we went they also had giant trolls to seek out. Def a must-do
Mainegardens
Wow. Tons of fun. Who knew there was a desert in Maine? Also fun mini golf. You can be here all day.
Desert of Maine
Fun stop with the kids. Watch chocolate being made, buy some samples, take a photo out front… much enjoyed
Wilburs
Sure it’s a store BUT I’m recommending it for family fun. check out the calendar. Movie nights. Yoga. Festivals.
L.L.Bean
Great rainy day activity. While in the basement of building that could use some work, once you get into the Escape Room area it’s a fun time. We will be back next year to do another room!
Escape Room Brunswick
The first time we went here the ranger at the entrance said - “Do you know about the sharks?” “Um no”. “Do know there is quicksand?” “Ummm what!??!?!”
Safe to say we had an amazing day and we have gone several time. We’ve found the quicksand (and ...
Popham Beach State Park Trail Conditions & Activities: Maine DACF
Combination of fun and education (I joke with my kids that on every vacation regardless of where we go “mom always sneaks in some education”).
Maine Maritime Museum
Great way to stretch the legs. Near some great restaurants so get your kids wiggles out here and then eat. Parking can be tough but we have always found a spot.
Giant's Stairs Trail and McIntosh Lot Preserve - Harpswell Heritage Land Trust
Okay so ditch the kids with your partner and go see this wonderful woman and buy some pottery. Great quality - our mugs have lasted well over the years. And make great gifts.
Giant's Stairs Trail and McIntosh Lot Preserve - Harpswell Heritage Land Trust
Lots of great waterfront properties to choose from. I’m not going to divulge my personal fav since - I’m selfish and want it free on the week I want it lol
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