Maine is beautiful. With it’s long coastline along the Atlantic Ocean, its mountains, and everything in between, I find it hard to believe there’s an ugly place in Maine. In the midst of all this beauty, you’ll also find Acadia National Park and the city of Portland.
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Top Experiences
Mail Boat Tour in Portland, Maine – Everything You Need to Know
One of the best things you can do in Portland is to get out on the water. The easiest way to do this is by taking the Mail Boat Tour. Climb aboard a regularly scheduled ferry for a tour of the amazing islands near Casco Bay.
How to Visit Cape Elizabeth and Porthead Lighthouse
Cape Elizabeth is incredibly picturesque. With its dramatic cliffs and picture perfect lighthouse, it’s no wonder why Porthead Lighthouse is the most photographed lighthouse in the United States. Located near Portland, it’s easy to add this to your itinerary.
Itineraries
A 10 Day New England Road Trip
Starting from Providence, Rhode Island, work your way through Connecticut and into Massachusetts. Head up into Vermont before crossing across New Hampshire and finishing in Portland, Maine. This trip has the perfect balance between small towns, history, and nature.
7 Day New England Itinerary: 5 Great Options
For those with less time, I’ve put together five great itineraries for New England. Each itinerary is exactly one week and focuses on a different region within New England. Which itinerary will you choose?
When to Visit
Maine is part of New England and classically, it seems like everyone wants to visit New England during the fall. Don’t get me wrong, the fall colors are beautiful. Plus you have the added bonus of decent weather. However, you may have larger crowds because other people also want to do that classic fall New England Road Trip.
Summer is another very popular time to visit. Expect the largest crowds, the hottest weather, and high prices.
Winters are cold and you’ll want to think twice about some outdoor sights (unless you are explicitly planning a trip with snow). It’s still possible to visit, but expect cold temperatures. The benefit is crowds (and prices) can be significantly lower.
Extend Your Trip
Want to keep traveling around the United States? Consider adding on more of New England. Visit Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, or Vermont.