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Things to do in Mid Coast Maine

 

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Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, Boothbay
Ranked #1 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: Gardens; Trails
Owner description: Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is a natural wonder on 250 acres of shorefront in mid-coast Maine. Strolling through... more » Owner description: Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is a natural wonder on 250 acres of shorefront in mid-coast Maine. Strolling through spectacular ornamental gardens and traversing miles of waterfront and woodland trails, visitors are delighted by the beautiful plantings, impressive stonework, waterfalls and fountains, and scenic views. It’s no wonder the Gardens have been hailed as one of Maine’s top three attractions. The Gardens are open 9-5 year-round, with a much-praised café and gift shop open seasonally. A visit at any time is a memorable experience. « less
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Mount Battie, Camden
Ranked #2 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: Mountains
A one-hour-up/one-hour-back hiking trip is the best way to see this mountain.
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Ranked #3 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: Lighthouses

Permaquid Point Lighthouse is about a 40 min drive from Boothbay. It is the lighthouse that is on Maine's Quarter and one of the most photographed lighthouses. You can walk up 30... more »

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Ranked #4 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: Art Museums; Historic Sites
Owner description: Celebrating Maine’s Role in American Art, the Farnsworth Art Museum offers a nationally recognized collection of works from... more » Owner description: Celebrating Maine’s Role in American Art, the Farnsworth Art Museum offers a nationally recognized collection of works from many of America’s greatest artists. With 20,000 square feet of gallery space and over 10,000 works in the collection, there is always something new on view at the Farnsworth. The museum has one of the nation's largest collections of works by sculptor Louise Nevelson. Its Wyeth Center features works of Andrew, N.C. and Jamie Wyeth. The Farnsworth's library is also housed in its Rockland, ME, campus. Two historic buildings, the Farnsworth Homestead and the Olson House, and Julia's Gallery for Young Artists complete the museum complex. « less
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Ranked #5 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: Lighthouses; Speciality Museums; Libraries
Owner description: Originally built during the presidency of John Quincy Adams in 1827, the lightkeeper's house is a museum and an art gallery... more » Owner description: Originally built during the presidency of John Quincy Adams in 1827, the lightkeeper's house is a museum and an art gallery is located on the grounds of this scenic lighthouse. « less
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Ranked #6 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: State Parks; Beaches; Nature/ Wildlife Areas
State park and beach area that is located on a peninsula near Bath, Maine.
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Ranked #7 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: Speciality Museums
Antique planes and cars are on display.
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Strand Theater, Rockland
Ranked #8 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: Cinemas; Theatres
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Ranked #9 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: State Parks
Thirty miles of hiking trails keep the staunchest hiker trekking along.
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Cabbage Island, Boothbay Harbor
Ranked #10 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: Islands
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Ranked #11 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: Theatres
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Ranked #12 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: Museums
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Ranked #13 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: Speciality Museums
Owner description: Maine Maritime Museum is located on a beautiful 20-acre campus on the banks of the Kennebec River in Bath, Maine. Indoors,... more » Owner description: Maine Maritime Museum is located on a beautiful 20-acre campus on the banks of the Kennebec River in Bath, Maine. Indoors, visitors enjoy air-conditioned galleries with exhibits and hands-on activities for all ages. Outdoors, visitors can join a guided tour or stroll through the historic Percy & Small shipyard and see how many of the world's largest wooden sailing ships were built, learn about lobstering in the Maine Coast and Lobstering Exhibit, enjoy lunch under the towering sculpture of the schooner, Wyoming (the largest wooden sailing vessel built in North America), tour the Victorian-era Donnell House, watch wooden boats being built in the Museum boat ship, or play on a pirate ship. Seasonal river cruises allow visitors the best view of the area’s lighthouses and spectacular scenery, tours of Bath Iron Works provide the only public behind-the-scenes view of naval shipbuilding in the U.S., and the Grand Banks fishing schooner Sherman Zwicker is open to visitors. « less
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Ranked #14 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: Lighthouses
Visitors can explore the beach area surrounding the lighthouse that was built at the beginning of the 20th century.
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Ranked #15 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: Art Museums

The Bowdoin College Museum of Art is housed in a beautifully remodeled building whose story is set out in detail in the lobby, which is approached by a Pei-like glass structure... more »

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Ranked #16 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Owner description: Sail the Maine Coast aboard Schooner Yacht HERON, a 65’ John Alden designed Classic Schooner Yacht. Experience the thrill of... more » Owner description: Sail the Maine Coast aboard Schooner Yacht HERON, a 65’ John Alden designed Classic Schooner Yacht. Experience the thrill of sailing a classic wooden schooner. HERON is fast and steady as she sails among the pristine islands of Penobscot Bay. The Schooner Yacht HERON is truly the finest daysailer in the fleet. Quality sails offered daily. Enjoy Maine's tastiest Lobster Roll lunch, educational Indian Island Lighthouse/Eco tour or a relaxing Gourmet Sunset Sail. Private sails, group and custom charters also available. HERON is family built, owned and operated by the Bower family of Camden, Maine.Let us share our sailing adventures with you. « less
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Boothbay Railway Village, Boothbay Harbor
Ranked #17 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: Speciality Museums
A railroad museum that offers rides on a 1938 narrow-gauge steam locomotive and also offers an antique car museum.
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Reid State Park, Georgetown
Ranked #18 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: State Parks; Beaches
This state park has two miles of hiking trails and a beautiful beach.
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Bowdoin College, Brunswick
Ranked #19 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: Educational Sites
This small, elite college is located in Brunswick.
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Ranked #20 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: Parks
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Ranked #21 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: Lighthouses; Speciality Museums
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Ranked #22 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: History Museums; Historic Sites

The Joshua L. Chamberlain Museum celebrates Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain, the Civil War General, hero of the Battle of Gettysburg and other engagements, past Governor of Maine... more »

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Maine Street, Brunswick
Ranked #23 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
This downtown main street has restaurants, cafes, boutiques and galleries.
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Carousel Music Theater, Boothbay Harbor
Ranked #24 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: Theatres
Owner description: A Seasonal Dinner Theater in Boothbay Harbor, Maine. We celebrate the singers and songs of the Great American Songbook from... more » Owner description: A Seasonal Dinner Theater in Boothbay Harbor, Maine. We celebrate the singers and songs of the Great American Songbook from the 1940's-1970's.Enjoy a light supper of Soup, Overstuffed Deli-Sandwich, Coffee and Dessert, while our Cast, who are also the wait-staff sing a cabaret. Then with dessert in front of you, watch as the curtain goes up on an original Comedy. « less
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Ranked #25 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: State Parks
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Ranked #26 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: Sports Complexes
Owner description: This is a high ropes adventure course, not really a sports complex, but that was the best fit you had. Pertty new, but... more » Owner description: This is a high ropes adventure course, not really a sports complex, but that was the best fit you had. Pertty new, but becoming a destination in Midcoast Maine « less
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Ranked #27 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Ranked #28 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Ranked #29 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: Lighthouses
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Hermit Island, Phippsburg
Ranked #30 of 112 attractions in Mid Coast Maine
Category: Islands
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