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Explore the cobblestone streets in Portland’s historic district, which combines a wealth of history with a thoroughly modern city experience.

Enjoy the refreshing breezes along New England’s Atlantic Coast with a relaxing day at this beach that typifies Down East. 

Drive or hike to the top of Mount Desert Island’s tallest mountain at daybreak and you will be the first person to view sunrise in the United States.

At the mouth of the Spurwink River in Scarborough, take a stroll on the white sand or paddle a kayak over gentle waves.

New England’s iconic lighthouses are much revered and photographed. Visit this park to see one that symbolizes the Down East image.

Named after the ferry crossing at nearby Saco River, this quiet state park offers picnicking, hiking, swimming and more along its white sand beach. 

As you tour this historic brick home, trace three generations of Maine family history and learn about the cultural and political impact of its family members.

When you hear “Down East,” images of this Maine village may come to mind. Experience a segment of the cherished Maine lifestyle by vacationing here.

Home to one of America’s oldest state fairs and a world-renowned residency program for artists, the county seat of Somerset County is anything but sleepy.

Named after the ferry crossing at nearby Saco River, this quiet state park offers picnicking, hiking, swimming and more along its white sand beach. 

New England’s iconic lighthouses are much revered and photographed. Visit this park to see one that symbolizes the Down East image.

Built on an old rail corridor along the easternmost portion of Portland’s peninsula, this waterfront trail offers stunning views of the harbor and Atlantic Ocean. 

At the mouth of the Spurwink River in Scarborough, take a stroll on the white sand or paddle a kayak over gentle waves.

Maine’s largest and oldest art institution showcases three centuries of American art and European masters in its architecturally impressive museum complex.

Since 1897, this white sparkplug lighthouse has served as a beacon to ships as they pass through one of the main shipping routes into Portland Harbor.

Named after the ferry crossing at nearby Saco River, this quiet state park offers picnicking, hiking, swimming and more along its white sand beach. 

Look out across the Atlantic Ocean from Portland’s iconic white lighthouse, which has presided over the southern Maine coastline since the 18th century.