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Things To Do

Explore the Coast of Maine by sea and by land. Here are some of our favorite ways to appreciate our special corner of the rocky coast.

Maine: Worth a Visit, Worth a Lifetime!
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Hardy Boat Cruises


Daily charter trips departing right from New Harbor range from exploring iconic Monhegan to puffin and  seal watches.  Enjoy Midcoast Maine from the water with Hardy Boat Cruises.

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Pemaquid Point Lighthouse


Soak up the stunning view at Pemaquid Point Lighthouse. Climb on the rocks, get a tour of the lighthouse tower, and browse local history at the Fishermen's Museum and Art Gallery.  
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Rachel Carson Salt Pond Preserve


Visit at low tide to see the large tidepool that the inspired Carson's book 'The Edge of the Sea' and enjoy a 1 mile walk through the Maine woods across the road.

Dining

After a day of touring the area, you may not feel like cooking, but you don't have to go far to find great food.

Try local seafood and delicious New England cooking right in town!
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The Cupboard Cafe


Renowned for their mouth-watering cinnamon rolls and pecan-topped sticky buns, the Cupboard is the perfect destination for a hearty New England brunch.
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The Contented Sole


The Contented Sole offers fresh seafood with seating right on the wharf in Pemaquid Harbor. Some favorite dishes are dirty fries, beet salad, and their famous fish tacos.
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Shaw's Fish & Lobster Wharf Restaurant


Experience quintessential Maine eating: lobster dinner with views of the harbor and lobster boats unloading their catch. You can't get seafood any fresher than that!