5 Can’t-Miss Activities in Downeast Maine
Aerial view of Bar Harbor, Maine
Lobster Ice Cream at Ben & Bill’s Chocolate Emporium
Lobster ice cream at first thought, doesn’t sound very appealing…or does it? Imagine vanilla ice cream, with small salty bits, like sea salt caramel. Honestly, a dream come true for a foodie.
66 Main Street in Bar Harbor, Maine
Bar Harbor Whale Watch
It’s everything you imagine when you think about visiting Maine. Ocean, salt spray from the water, views like you couldn’t imagine, and lots of education on whale conservation! Make sure to add this to your list!
1 West Street in Bar Harbor, Maine
Asticou Azalea Garden
If you’re looking for gorgeous blooms to photograph, make sure to stop at the Asticou Azalea Garden! Tucked tightly in a corner in Northeast Harbor, on the way to Seal Harbor, the Asticou Azalea Garden has been around since 1956. Take a beautiful stroll through the flowers and enjoy a moment of peace and quiet.
ME-3 in Mount Desert, Maine
Wild Blueberry Land
When you pull into the parking lot, it’s like getting out in a time machine. With a slightly haunting feel, Wild Blueberry Land has something interesting for everyone. Grab some homemade jam or stop and play a game of mini golf. Never thought you would ever get the chance to sit in a wild blueberry throne, did you? Now you can say you have.
1067 US-1 in Columbia Falls, Maine
Quoddy Head State Park
This drive is not for the faint of heart, BUT it IS the first place in the United States to see the sunrise for most of the year. Additionally, you can visit the candy cane colored lighthouse and even take a tour inside on certain days!
973 S Lubec Road in Lubec, Maine