Best Places to Visit in Maine: America’s Most Northeastern State

Greenville sits on the southern end of the largest lake in Maine, Moosehead Lake which stretches over 75,000 acres. Once you’re in Greenville, head for the Moosehead Lake Region Visitor’s Center for all the resources you need to make your stay memorable. Second, stop in to the Appalachian Mountain Club’s Little Lyford Lodge and Cabins. It’s not only a great place to stay, its a great way to meet people from all the world who have come to hike the Appalachian Trail. Finally, head to the Stress Free Moose Pub for dinner and drinks.

Madison is a river runner’s paradise. Located right on the banks of the mighty Kennebec River, as it stands now, it’s a hidden secret among kayakers, but that won’t last long. On your way into town make sure you stop by the Maine Maple Products to get all the sugar you desire.

Paris is the County Seat of Oxford County and the hub of what is know as the Oxford Hills area. Made up of West Paris, Paris and Norway, as well as Oxford  and a few other communities, the region is a beautiful example of everything that makes Maine so amazing.  We recommend making Paris/Norway your base of operations for exploration. From there, it’s up to you to decide where you want to go and what you want to see, but one stop that will help you on your way is the Oxford Hills Chamber of Commerce.

Today is a very short driving day, but that’s because we wanted to give you a little taste of city life after your sabbatical in the Great Northern Woods, and Lewiston is just the place to do it. The second largest city in Maine, Lewsiton is fast becoming a center of hipness and big city fun. But it is also a city of amazing architeture, highlighted by the exquisite Basillica of Saints Peter and Paul.  One stop you absolutely need to make is to the Museum L-A. Its has engaging and well-researched interactive exhibits that will give you a great understanding of the area.  One can’y miss experience is to get a room at the Inn at Angora. You can have a traditional room, or if you want…you can sleep in a haunted room that used to be a crypt!

Having a little trouble with that title? It says, “Park Your Car in Harvard Yard,” in that classic South Boston Accent. Well, get your ears tuned and get ready for Boston. This is a world-class city and there are a million things to do here. A great place to start would be to head to Boston Commons and stop by the Visitor Center. Ditch the car at a garage in the North End and take “the T” (subway) around the city. The historic neighborhoods around Beacon Hill and Downtown are perfectly suited for walking and taking in the buildings, streets and parks that were integral to the founding of the United States. With so much history and iconic local characters, Boston is undoubtedly one of the best places to visit in Maine to top off your itinerary.