Things To Do Here!

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OUTDOOR STUFF

Beaches

In Kennebunk, there are several amazing beaches: “Parsons” (our favorite because it’s so quite), “Mother’s”, “Middle”, “Goochs”, plus “Goose Rocks Beach” in Kennebunkport to the north and “Wells Beach” in Wells to the south. You can find detailed beach information in the Nature section on our “Favorite Places” page!

Google Maps & Directions:

Parson's - https://maps.app.goo.gl/gWy2XxGbkjGo3ZdU6

Mother's - https://maps.app.goo.gl/RLzjaXVHe8dj6xD86

Middle - https://maps.app.goo.gl/JvwiVZGJHZs7QTkW7

Goochs - https://maps.app.goo.gl/cJfYB2KL3f6wwfVu7

Goose Rocks Beach - https://maps.app.goo.gl/9UXCZqQRQhPALZuL8

Bike Rentals

There are two great bike rental shops in Kennebunk and a bigger one a few minutes south in Wells

- Mainely Bicycle https://www.mainelybicycle.com/

- Coastal Maine Bike https://www.coastalmainekayak.com/

- Gorham Bike & Ski https://www.gorhambike.com/contact/kennebunk-pg1243.htm

Kayak Rentals

There are several great kayak rental shops in the Kennebunk area

- Coastal Maine Bike https://www.coastalmainekayak.com/

- Kayak Excursions https://www.southernmainekayaks.com/

- Webhannet River Boat Yard https://webhannetriver.com/ (This shop in Wells is right on the Wells Harbor and from there you can explore the Webhannet River plus the Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve!)

Hiking/Exploring - There are three close by hiking spots!

 - Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge - This large salt marsh & estuary features hiking trails, trees & many bird-watching opportunities. It will contain approximately 7,600 acres when land acquisition is complete. https://stateparks.com/rachel_carson_national_wildlife_refuge_in_maine.html 

Google Map: https://goo.gl/maps/bbGJH2T7dAaAFh9A7

 - The Wells Reserve at Laudholm - The Wells Reserve at Laudholm is a beautiful place. They welcome more than 25,000 visitors each year. Their easy to moderate trails are open year round for hiking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing. (Trails are not groomed in winter.) https://www.wellsreserve.org/ 

Google Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/wHBS8iQgLpcDwvDi6

 - Marginal Way in Ogunquit - Looking to enjoy an ocean-side walk with plenty of opportunities to sit and take in the gorgeous view? There may be no better place in Maine than along Ogunquit’s Marginal Way. Only 1.25 miles long, the cliff walk wends its way starting at one end near The Sparhawk Oceanfront Resort on Shore Road and brings you along a paved path, past stately hotels and inns, and rocky beaches to Perkins Cove.In Perkins Cove, there are many shops, restaurants, and ice cream places plus great views of the harbor! https://visitmaine.com/things-to-do/hiking-climbing/marginal-way-ogunquit 

Tours

 - Harbor Lights and Sights Cruise – (Portland) Half maritime adventure, half sightseeing exploration, the best way to catch Portland’s history is from the water. Gliding along Diamond Pass, you’ll catch views of Civil War–era forts, historic lighthouses, and likely some lobster boats bobbing in the breeze. Perfect for all ages, you’ll get to know the city and its maritime heritage, all while taking in its most scenic side. https://www.tripadvisor.com/AttractionProductReview-g40827-d25391909-Harbor_Lights_and_Sights_Cruise-Portland_Maine.html 

Make your own adventure on land! 

 - Kennebunk: Explore downtown Kennebunk right down the street or drive down Summer Street to the Lower Village, marveling at all the mansions that were built by ship captains and ship builders! Then walk through Kennebunk over the Kennbunk River to Kennebunkport’s Dock Square and beyond!

 - Take a short drive down Rt 1 to Ogunquit: Many great shops, restaurants, and a cool beach with a “natural lazy river”!

 - Take a short trip up to Saco or Portland: Saco’s another interesting Maine coastal town and then there’s Portland! Check out “The Old Port” – along the harbor there are numerous shops, restaurants, breweries, and other great items of interest! Take a Portland Sunset Cruise! (See below!) Old Port on Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/z7tvrjg6m24DxKDV9 

 - Visit LL Bean’s Flagship Store! In Freeport, Maine, it’s less than an hour from Kennebunk! The factory store is huge and divided into several buildings with clothing, camping, bike, paddling, and more in the complex. Staff are so welcoming and friendly. Giant boot and backpack right out front! See Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/VBvYU9nsaFw5jXHfA 

Excursions from Kennebunk/Kennebunkport

 - Schooner Eleanor - The Schooner Eleanor, launched in May 1999, was built in Kennebunkport by Captain Rich Woodman and a crew of local craftsmen to the lines of L. Francis Herreshoff’s 1935 Mobjack design. https://www.schoonereleanor.com/ 

 - The Pineapple Ketch - Set sail aboard the Pineapple Ketch, a lovingly restored 38’ Downeaster Ketch. With distinctive tanbark sails and a shiny black hull, the Pineapple paints a familiar sight on the Kennebunkport horizon — many refer to it as the Port’s “Pirate Ship.” https://www.pineappleketch.com/ 

 - New England Eco Adventures - See the crown jewel of coastal New England on our exciting, eco-friendly Maine adventure boat tours and whale watching excursions! https://newenglandecoadventures.com/all-kennebunk-adventures/ 

Excursions in the Area

 - Finestkind Scenic Cruises - (Perkins Cove, Ogunquit) Finestkind Scenic Cruises, located in picturesque Perkins Cove, has everything you need for an excursion along Ogunquit’s shore. Learn about lobstering and see lobsters caught on board the Finestkind I, take a scenic coastal cruise to the Nubble Lighthouse in York, or a leisurely cocktail cruise in the evening aboard the Finestkind III. Come on a summer morning to visit our local population of harbor seals on the Finestkind II or enjoy a unique sailing trip on board our beautifully crafted wooden sailboat, the Cricket, because at Finestkind Scenic Cruises, we truly do have something for everyone. https://www.finestkindcruises.com/ 

 - Goose Sailing Cruises - (Perkins Cove, Ogunquit) Looking for a fun adventure you and your loved ones can enjoy? Come onboard Goose for a 1 ½-hour private sail at $55 per person starting in picturesque Perkins Cove in Ogunquit, Maine. There’s plenty of room for two to six passengers to enjoy the cruise in comfort. If you want, you can take the wheel for a full sailing experience. We set sail daily, weather permitting. https://goosesailingcruises.com/ 

 - Sail Me - (Perkins Cove, Ogunquit) Your trip begins from scenic Perkins Cove, and your adventure starts as soon as we pass the footbridge. Within minutes the crew will hoist the sails, providing you with an experience most are not accustomed to: no motor. Listen only to the wind in the rigging, the water lapping on the hull, the clink-clink of the winches. We will sail for the best performance based on the wind. We may travel near the Marginal Way and Ogunquit Beach, straight out past the bell buoy to catch the sea breeze, or near the home shore and Bald Head Cliff. *Maximum 6 passengers* https://www.ogunquitsailme.com/ 

 - Sail The Gift - (Perkins Cove, Ogunquit) The Gift sails out of quaint Perkins Cove, Ogunquit, Maine, where you may experience the peacefulness and excitement of sailing. *Maximum 12 passengers* https://www.sailthegift.com/ 

 - The Silverlining – (Perkins Cove, Ogunquit) The Silverlining is a 42-foot wooden sloop sailboat that takes daily trips out of Perkins Cove harbor in Ogunquit, Maine throughout the spring, summer, and fall. Captain Jack purchased and restored the boat in the 1980s and has been sailing it since. https://www.silverliningsailing.com/ 

 - Broad Reach Adventures – (Saco) Maine's Only Sailing, Lighthouse, Lobstering, Scenic Cruise, Fishing & Eco Tour Company - Located Between Portland and Kennebunkport  https://broadreachadventures.com/

 - Sail Portland Maine – (Portland) Relax with your friends and family aboard their traditional sailing vessel the Eleanor Hawkes or classic Down East picnic boat Calista Ann. https://sailportlandmaine.com/ 

EATING STUFF

Restaurants

 - See our “Favorite Places” page for links to all our favorite local restaurants!

 - Plus visit the Chamber’s “Eat the Kennebunks” page @ https://gokennebunks.com/eat-the-kennebunks/ 

ENTERTAINMENT

Theater

 - Ogunquit Playhouse - a regional theater on 10 Main Street (United States Route 1) in Ogunquit, Maine. Ogunquit Playhouse is one of the last remaining summer theaters from the Summer Stock which still produces musical theatre. The Playhouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as a National Level of Significance "in consideration of the significant contributions made by its founder Walter J. Hartwig and the Playhouse to Performing Arts Education throughout the nation." https://www.ogunquitplayhouse.org/ 

Music

 - Vinegar Hill Music Theatre – (Arundel) Vinegar Hill Music Theatre is a place where people from near and far come together to socialize, celebrate, and connect over a shared love of music and live entertainment. Conveniently located off I-95 in Arundel, ME (close to Biddeford, Kennebunkport, Portland, and Portsmouth), our late-1800s barn, with its exposed wooden structure, exudes rustic New England charm and provides the perfect setting for the one-of-a-kind experiences we aim to foster. (Translation: our barn is really sweet, you should totally come check it out). From intimate acoustic sessions to electrifying performances, our stage is a melting pot of musical talent, nurturing emerging artists and showcasing established musicians alike. https://vinhillmusic.com/ 

Movies

 - Flagship Premium Cinemas, Wells - Neighborhood theater showing new movies with stadium seating, plus rewards for frequent guests. https://flagshipcinemas.com/wells 

Phew! That's a bunch of stuff to do when you're visiting Kennebunk! 

What cool thing did we miss? Do you have any feedback on what you did while here? 

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