Best Places to Visit in Maine | Travel Guide 2026

This Walkable Coastal City in Maine Is a Must-Visit Gem

This stunning Maine city is easy to explore on foot, with scenic views, local shops, and must-see attractions all within walking distance.

by Megan Todaro

An aerial view of Downloaded the harbor and town of Rockland, Maine. Boats line the harbor and the streets are walkable in every direction.

Visit the Hidden Gem Small Town Right Next Door to Birch Point State Park in Maine

A view up the stairs of the Owl's Head lighthouse in Maine at sunset.

5 Waterfront Maine Rentals So Stunning They Don’t Feel Real

Vacation Rentals

Shaded deck with umbrella and table overlooking the cove at a water's edge cottage in Harpswell, Maine.

Instead of the Coast, This Central Maine Town Is Where You Should Take Your Next Trip

A kayak and canoe float on a calm lake at sunset near Monmouth, Maine.

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Nature

The Rail Trail in Maine That’s Better Than Most Hikes

Harbor boardwalk view near boats and waterfront access from the Belfast Rail Trail in Maine.

The Small-Town State Park in Maine Locals Want to Keep to Themselves

5 Picture-Perfect Nature Trails in Maine for a Spring Hike

Experiences

Four Magical Spots You Didn’t Know Existed in Two Lights State Park

These 5 Strangest Buildings in Maine Are Unlike Anything Else Around

A dark, red Victorian mansion featuring a wrought iron fence decorated with bats and spiders.

3 Overhyped Maine Places That Look Better Online Than in Real Life

Trips & Routes

One of Maine’s Quirkiest Towns Is Still Flying Under the Radar

This Little-Known Waterfront Town Is One of the Most Charming in Maine

Why Travelers Are Falling for This Small Historic Town in Maine

Beautiful view of the harbor as seen from Castine, Maine under a bright blue summer sky

Food

This Local Restaurant in Maine is So Good, You Can Plan an Entire Day Around It

An assortment of lobster rolls, served in paper serving trays.

This Might Be the Most Intense Food Challenge in Maine

Yes, You Can Eat Unlimited Haddock at This Beloved Maine Restaurant

Stays

This Maine Airbnb Has a Private Cold Plunge and a Steamy Sauna

The Unique Maine Cabin You’ll Remember Forever

A small red schoolhouse, now converted into an Airbnb, in a field surrounded by fall foliage.

4 Airbnbs Near Maine’s Most Epic Waterfalls

Bucket List

Weather & Natural Phenomena

15 Incredible Natural Wonders In Maine That Defy Explanation

by Jasmine Vieau

A serene lake surrounded by mountains, with a rocky shore and vibrant reflections of clouds and greenery in the water.

The 5 Best Outdoorsy Towns to Explore in Maine

by Charlie Boyle

Maine's Acadia National Park at sunrise is seen, with jagged cliffs leading down to a beach and pine trees on top of them.

Westbrook, Maine’s Crack Cheeseburger Is the One the State Has Been Talking About

by Only In Your State Staff

closeup of a smashburger with cheese, peppers, and other toppings at blazes burgers in maine

Everyone Always Goes to Ogunquit’s Main Beach in Maine: Go Here Instead

A pair of pink flip flops sit on the sands of Ogunquit, Maine's Footbridge Beach.

The Marginal Way Sounds Intense, But It’s One of the Best Hikes in Maine

by Raymond Goldfield

A view out on the water from a rocky cove on the Marginal Way in Maine.

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The Coastal Maine Town Locals Hope Stays Off Tourists’ Radar

Locals love Lubec, a quaint fishing village hidden away in the most eastern part of Maine.

by Charlie Boyle

A waterfront town with small, quaint houses sit under a clear sky.

Maine Is a Literary Pilgrimage for Fans of Stephen King

Discover the locations in Maine that influenced the king of horror, Stephen King.

by Charlie Boyle

A small town in the middle of a vividly green forest is in the foreground as a few tall mountains are seen in the background.

You Can Hike in Two States in One Day on This Maine Trail

You can hike right into New Hampshire on this bucket-list-worthy hike through the White Mountains.

by Beth Copenhaver

The 3 Most Colorful Places You Can Find in Maine

From the vivid blooms of Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens to the fiery autumn views atop Cadillac Mountain, these are the most colorful places in Maine for unforgettable scenery year-round.

by Katie Lawrence

Vibrant fall foliage from Cadillac Mountain in Acadia National Park overlooking Maine’s islands.

3 Reasons Why Maine Is the Best Place To Retire

Looking to retire soon? Living in Maine should be at the top of your list!

by Charlie Boyle

A calm cove curves into a small town surrounded by a forest awash in brilliant fall colors.