Things To Do
Tandem Coffee and Bakery
The yummiest sticky buns, pastries, and breakfast sandwiches. Pro tip: order online to skip the line.
Higgins Beach
A beautiful beach to enjoy some sunshine.
Fort Williams Park
Walk around an iconic lighthouse and get a lobster roll at Bite Into Maine.
L.L.Bean Flagship
Wander around the LL Bean Flagship campus in Freeport. If you're in the area, check out Maine Beer Co for great pizza!
Lambs
A cute little waterfront bar in South Portland. If you're here on Friday, you can snag a pizza from their neighbors, Nightmoves, and eat it over at Lambs.
Smalls
Cafe for a snack, coffee, or small gifts.
The Cookie Jar
The BEST traditional doughnuts -- get the molasses flavor.
Peaks Island
Take the Casco Bay Ferry over to Peaks Island and rent a bike to check out the island and get some ice cream.
Bug Light Park
Bug Light is also the start point for the Eastern Trail, which is a lovely trail that is great for walking, running, and biking.
Willard Beach
Make sure you stop at Willard Scoops after for ice cream!
Acadia National Park
If you plan to stay a while, take a trip up to Acadia National Park and stay in Bar Harbor for a night or two.