Not an aquarium. I've seen more fish in my dentist's office…read more This was WAY better prior to its "renovation". There are 4 tanks of fish and a "touch tank." There is a "learning lab" with some shark things and crafts. This will entertain your kids (age 6 and under) for an hour at most. Not worth it for adults or anyone who has grown up on a coast. VERY small parking lot. Very disappointed

I really wanted to like the new renovations however I would not consider this place as an aquarium…read morebut more of an oceanarium. It is definitely a place of education and there are two touch/pet tanks but that's about it. I was hoping it would be like the one from what use to be home (Roundhouse Aquarium in Manhattan Beach, CA) even that aquarium I would still consider it an oceanarium however it had sooooo much more to offer. Despite how crowded this place can get, you can easily do it all in under five minutes. (That's how small it is) If you really want to make the trip I would suggest going on the free days. Also, those baby moon jelly's will soon need a bigger tank!

Came for an Oyster and Cocktail 3:30 cruise. Staff were very friendly. With your ticket you get a…read morefree days admission into the museum. The cruise was over 90 minites and came with a dozen oysters and a drink for $80. They capped the cruise at 22 people to ensure the shuckers can get enough oysters shucked. They show you the oyster farms and give other information throughout the tour. 10/10 worth it and think its a must-do when i

Nice Museum, good bus tour and boat tour. Loved the Boat tour especially, we saw seals and Bald…read moreeagles

This village has a little of everything that everyone can enjoy! From different exhibits of…read moretransportations like the vintage vehicles, train rides, and feeding goats! Thursday- Sunday Shannon's unshelled has her food truck available to those who want to stay in the village as a great accommodations for all. (Even though her restaurant is 4mins down the street in case those newbies that would like a good bite to eat) My family and I enjoy coming here and are now pass holders! We look forward in creating many memories here!

The Boothbay Railway Village and museum is put together and maintained with a lot of love both for…read moretrains but also for the history of the area. Staffed with folks who will talk your ear off for hours but are also respectful of your time, you can see so much from train memorabilia to a huge collection of antique cars and trucks. Make sure to ride on the steam locomotive and explore all the buildings. There's also a nice antique store and gift shop on the grounds.

Such a fun, family friendly place!! The walking trails are well maintained and clearly marked…read more There's plenty for kids to do around the grounds. It was really fun to walk the trails and see all the trolls! The grounds are really pretty this time of year with the hyacinths and daffodils blooming. Soo many varieties and colors! The gift shop was cute and well maintained. Service at the Cafe was great.

This is a huge botanical garden with the famous trolls as a major draw. I obtained two adult…read morepasses from my local library (many Maine libraries offer free passes). We visited on a beautiful Sunday in May. There is so much to see there. I found it a little difficult to get oriented (I am certain I missed several gardens. I did enjoy the children's area and the senses garden. My companion needed to rent a scooter which i learned about on the website. They also have wheelchairs to borrow for free. What I might have overlooked on the website (if it is there) is that there are many parts inaccessible with scooter or wheelchairs. We weren't able to see a few of the trolls because of this restriction. There are trolleys circulating the park to allow folks with mobility restrictions to see those areas. However, we only saw one trolley spot and the trolley was already full. The driver did say they come around every 20 minutes. Next time, I will pack my lunch in a backpack and perhaps take advantage of one of their tours.

Ruins dating back to 17th century with a wealth of information provided. Colonial Pemaquid State…read moreHistoric Site is situated in a peaceful location with lovely views of the surrounding area. The introductory video is informative, and the museum hosts a number of artifacts excavated from the site. The ruins themselves are not much to look at, but enough information is provided to explain the history of the site to answer many questions that a visitor may have. Overall, even though it is a bit out of the way, I would recommend a stop at this historic site if you have time.

We visited the fort and adjacent exhibit on a rainy day and found it fascinating. Yes, we got…read moredrenched, but so much the better to imagine life there in colonial times!

Burnt Island Lighthouse shore is amazing! It's lit! It's a real "keeper". It rocks. It was…read moreilluminating.

Visiting Burnt Island is an easy 15-minute boat ride from Boothbay Harbor. The lightkeeper's home…read morehas been preserved as it was in the 1950's. We loved the tour of the lighthouse and the adjacent museum. Open to the public on Monday and Thursday afternoons in July and August. I would say it's one of the best lighthouse tours in Maine. My lovely bride enjoyed it, so it's not just worthwhile for lighthouse foamers.

Such a peaceful and scenic spot to visit! The views from the lighthouse were absolutely stunning --…read moreyou can see the waves crashing along the rocks and feel the salty ocean breeze. It's the perfect place to relax, take photos, and just enjoy the beauty of the coast. The area was clean, easy to walk around, and not too crowded, which made it even more enjoyable. Whether you're into photography, sightseeing, or just love ocean views, this lighthouse is definitely worth the stop.

This was my first ever SUN RISE with a lighthouse and it was AMAZING. Came here around 7am Friday…read moremorning and made it just in time for Sunrise. There were plenty of parking and only a few people here. The View was absolutely breath taking. The sun was slowly making its away up on the beautiful water. The sound of the ocean waves against the rocks, the ocean breeze smell were absolutely magnificent. There is even a bench for you set and enjoy the sun rise. It was truly peaceful and definitely made my morning. Highly recommend coming here.

It was given that we had to visit at least one lighthouse in Maine, and what better way to do that…read morethan by visiting the most visited one in the state?? We were staying nearby in the area, so it was an easy drive here. This park is small, but has such a rich history. The guys working at the park were super friendly, and one gave us some fun facts about the lighthouse before heading up to the top! Speaking of, going up to the top is really neat. It's a tad bit scary and has a steep, spiral staircase, but has some great views once you get up there. There's also a little room with more on the history. Outside, you can climb around on the rocks to have a great viewing spot of the ocean. You need to come visit this place if you are nearby!

Pemaquid point lighthouse park is the lighthouse on the back of the Maine quarter. It is located in…read moreBristol. We were here on a foggy June day. There was a line to go up in the lighthouse. It is tiny, but worth the view, even in a foggy day

It is a moderately easy hike to Squirrel Point Light. It is about 1.3 miles out to the lighthouse…read moreand back. Squirrel Point Light is located on the east side of the Kennebec River approximately 10 miles from Bath. The path is well marked but there are some roots along the way to be careful of. We saw a deer. The lighthouse and keepers house are not open to visitors and are in need of some repair. Citizens for Squirrel Point is a nonprofit which is working to preserve the buildings and the grounds of this historic lighthouse. The river view is pretty from the lighthouse. The is a small parking area at the beginning of the trail.

This is a short 15-30 minute hike out and back. It's a great little lighthouse and nice view of the…read moreKennebec River. We saw a couple of seals, and beautiful trees and other greenery as well. This was our first here and we will be back, you should check this place out.

A unique way to be a part of living history. The annual ice harvest. The museum is open during the…read moresummer. Ice harvest every February and annual ice cream social every July

Open Fridays and Saturdays during summer. Really fascinating explanation of the commercial ice…read morebusiness. Worth the stop. They also do an old fashioned ice harvest in February, and then use that ice to freeze ice cream for a 4th of July Ice Cream Social.