York, ME
#7 in Best Places to Visit in Maine
York offers something for every member of the family to enjoy. Parents can relax on the 2-mile stretch of Long Sands Beach while children play in the surf before grabbing lunch with their kids at a nearby restaurant. Souvenir shops, boutiques and a plethora of ice cream parlors are sprinkled around the downtown area. Arcades, bowling alleys, amusement park rides and mini-golf courses also abound here, so kids will never get bored. Plus, visitors will have their pick of lodging options, including budget hotels and quaint cottages.
Kennebunkport
#8 in Best Places to Visit in Maine
If you’re looking for the perfect beach vacation in Maine, you’ll find comfort in Kennebunkport. This southern coastal town offers long, flat shorelines atypical to the craggy coastal spots you’ll find along Maine’s other shores. Lay out or rent a boat on Gooch’s Beach (a traveler favorite). Or, if you’re looking to stay dry, take a nice long walk along leafy Walker’s Point, preferably at sunset. A popular haven for celebrities and politicians, Kennebunkport has its fair share of chic boutiques and art galleries to explore, especially in the quaint Dock Square area.
