Things To Do

Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens

Discover stunning ornamental gardens and exceptional natural beauty, waterfalls, and incomparable stonework and sculpture. Miles of trails allow you to experience waterfront and woodlands that are quintessentially Maine. Hidden throughout the native, natural wooded areas, giant trolls wait to be unearthed.

HarborSide 1901Bar and Grill

Check out our favorite place to get fresh sushi! Located directly next to Boothbay Harbor's historic footbridge.

Balmy Days Cruises

Balmy Days Cruises in Boothbay Harbor offers tours and charters to Monhegan and Squirrel Island, sailing, light house tours and fishing charters.

Robinson's Wharf

Located a few minutes from downtown Boothbay just across the swing bridge, Robinson's is our favorite place for a midday cocktail and snack. Overlooking the Townsend Gut, this is also a great spot to watch lobstermen drop off their catches of the day!

Grayling Marine Services

Pack a picnic and take a private sail boat to a nearby island or enjoy a leisurely tour through some of Boothbay's most picturesque locations.

Tidal Transit Kayak Co

Tidal Transit offers a variety of tours, led by Registered Maine Guides, and kayaks and paddelboards to rent for personal exploration.

Cap’n Fish’s Whale Watch

See whales, dolphins, sharks, seals, and more at Maine’s prime whale feeding grounds and enjoy a tour of the Boothbay Harbor region!

Damariscotta Pumpkinfest & Regatta

Museum in the Streets

A self guided walking tour through the historic streets of Boothbay Harbor.

Hiking

Lobster Cove Meadow: https://bbrlt.org/preserves/lobster-cove/ Porter Reserve: https://bbrlt.org/preserves/porter/ Ovens Mouth: https://bbrlt.org/preserves/ovens-mouth/ Linekin Preserve: https://bbrlt.org/preserves/linekin-preserve-burley-preserve/

Restaurant Recommendations

Ports of Italy: 47 Commercial Street - Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538, US Coastal Prime: 35 Atlantic Ave, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538 Mine Oyster: 16 Wharf St Ste 1, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538-2502 Boothbay Lobster Wharf: 97 Atlantic Avenue Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538

20 Best Things to Do in Boothbay Harbor

Informative guide for local events, restaurant recommendations, and things to do in Boothbay Harbor.