My mother grew up in Maine and I've been here off and on for 20 years. It's one of the most beautiful and safest states in the country. Here are my favorite spots to visit and eat.
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Must Do Experiences in Maine
Best Places to Eat when visiting Maine
Visiting Portland Maine
Must Do Experiences in Maine
There's the beach, the pier and an amusement park! And of course, food and shopping. Something for every age!
Old Orchard Beach
The most popular place to visit in Maine. It has mountains, ocean, everything you could want.
Acadia National Park (U.S. National Park Service)
Our iconic lighthouse - a must see here in Maine!
Seven Must-See Lighthouses in Maine
Considered the most picturesque view of a harbor in Maine.
Mount Battie (2025) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Reviews)
Quirky roadside attraction with some fun shopping…and great fudge!
Perry's Nut House | Homemade Fudge, Fresh Nuts, Gifts & Curiosities, Maine Made Items | Located in Belfast, Maine.
People come from all over the world to see our foliage. We call them “leaf peepers” :)
Fall Foliage in Maine 2024 | Visit Maine
Best Places to Eat when visiting Maine
If you haven't had a New England Clam bake - you're missing out! Delish!!!!!
FAQ — Cabbage Island Clambakes
European-inspired restaurant in Portland's West End. The Chef was a finalist for a James Beard award in 2022.
CHAVAL
Maine's FLOATING restaurant!!
Home - DiMillo's On The Water
In Maine we LOVE our summer ice cream stands!
Home | Red's Dairy Freeze
If you like micro-breweries and eating outside in the sunshine. #ad
Allagash Brewing Company (2025) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Reviews)
Visiting Portland Maine
Sailing in Casco Bay is highly recommended.
Sail | PORTLAND SCHOONER CO. | 1912
I think this is Maine's most beautiful bird…besides Eagles.
Acadia Puffin Cruise
Seals, puffins, whales…Maine has it all! #ad
2025 Harbor Lights and Sights Cruise (Portland) - with Reviews
My advice - don't look through your camera while the boat is moving. I got seasick!! #ad
2025 Maine Whale Watching Tour in Portland - with Reviews
Let someone else do the driving for you! #ad
2025 Discover Portland City and Lighthouse Tour - with Reviews
If you love pre-civil war architecture, definitely check this out! #ad
Victoria Mansion (2025) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Reviews)
Minor League Baseball at it's finest. #ad
Hadlock Field (2025) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Reviews)
I personally don't like sailing, but my friends say this is a wonderful way to see Casco Bay. #ad
2025 Portland Tall Ship Cruise on Casco Bay - with Reviews
