Top 45 things to do and attractions in Boothbay Harbor

A great way to see, interact with, and learn about local species! Got there right at open and it wasn't too crowded initially. The lobster talk by Ruby was really awesome and Ford the lobster was great! It may be small, but the staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and very excited to share their passion for these creatures. Plus there's a bunch of fun hands-on activities, in addition to just seeing the animals. My husband even found his new favorite fish (lumpfish) during our visit. The gift shop has a modest selection that is WAY cheaper than I'd expect from an aquarium gift shop! Overall, we had an amazing visit. The Maine State Aquarium does a LOT with their limited space!

Much smaller then expected. I’d say better for kids 0-3. Somewhat costly for what you get. Arts and crafts. Beautiful view. Good time for smaller children.

What a fun and informative place. The staff were all super friendly and knowledgeable. Really a nice layout and display for a small location. We spent about an hour there and really enjoyed it.

There was a lady outside the building requiring us to pay online on pur phone before entering the building. Cost $7.50 for seniors each . Wslked into a tiny room with a small fish tank with a dozen fisg and an even smaller tank with a few jelly fish. A very small touch tank a few star fish . Very small !!! That was it. A small turtle and a very small 12inch shark in another tank. Definitely not worth $22.00 fee to see.

It's very small and not nearly as hands on or interactive as it used to be. The grandkids (2,4) enjoyed it! I remembered taking their mom and was disappointed. She was too. We were looking forward to the gift shop to take learning back home. It didn't exist. Thankfully there were other attractions in Boothbay that made the trip more memorable. Boothbay is beautiful.

Very small but makes up for it in the rarity of petting starfish, seasponges and a large horseshoe crab! As well as other marine life to see and learn about.

We had a great time learning about sea creatures, listening to the hourly lobster talk, and petting clams and urchins at the aquarium. Staff were friendly and knowledgeable :)

What a fun evening. The performers did a great job, they are also your servers. The show was interesting lively and entertaining. We all really enjoyed our meals, the strawberry shortcake was amazing.

Didn’t go for the full meal, just dessert and the show. The strawberry shortcake was okay. The cast definitely has talent. I was picturing more of a cabaret, but they do write their own “story”. If you like community/high school theater, this would be for you.

Love the small venue with dinner and a fabulous Broadway Show! $60 for dinner and show! I love seeing anything here!!! The cast was funny and entertaining. The manager, Paulette, was accompanying and friendly. They love their customers. This is a hidden jem and a best kept secret in Boothbay Harbor Region. The recent show is for the 70's. Nice to see 2 cast members come back for another year!

First, the food is really good. We weren’t expecting home cooked, delicious food! The cast was friendly and the show was fun. My wife and I never heard of this place and happened to drive by it and went to the show that night. We’ll go again for sure

The actors were also our waitstaff. The show this season included songs from across America. ie: Oklahoma, Chicago, NYNY, etc. The entire cast had good strong voices and did a great job on the vignettes between songs. I enjoyed myself.

We came in for 39 Steps and dessert. The show was amazing the performers are the waiters, waitresses, and bar tender. We had the chocolate torte and the strawberry shortcake both were really good. The performers/ Waitstaff also sang periodically during the pre show. The show was a non typical theatrical performance with a great deal of audience participation. You sit in a row of other dinner guests and they are friendly and very talkative. It is a place that makes you feel like you are a regular from the moment you walk in. If you are looking for something to do in Boothbay this should be at the top of your list.

Really fun evening. The singers were great. All the good 50's songs were sung!

A true Italian experience nestled in the heart of Boothbay Harbor. The evening started out with a couple of cocktails at the bar, served by Kathleen. Her attention to detail and friendliness started the experience on the right foot. Ricardo was our server for dinner service and he gave us beautiful descriptions of the evenings specials and any questions we had with th menu. Service was consistent throughout the whole night, which made the food that much more enjoyable. I have now visited the Boothbay Harbor area five times in five years and each time I make Ports of Italy a stop for dinner. You will not be disappointed! The restaurant also has dedicated parking in the back for customers, which is a plus in this town of limited parking near its restaurants.

This was an exceptionally good meal featuring authentic Italian cuisine served to us by a native Italian waiter. The caprese salad was served in a patty shell. Bother the clams and veal were exceptionally tender. The wine list offered a few gems for those of you who enjoy that sort of thing. Highly recommend; we will definitely go back the next time we are in town.

We had the best dinner here on one of our date nights in Maine. The service was too notch and the gnocchi is the best I’ve ever had! We will absolutely dine here again on our next trip to Maine.

One of the best Italian meals that I’ve ever had, including while traveling in Italy. Rollatini di melanzane, braised pork with saffron rice, and fresh mussels all were A+++. Would definitely visit again.

Food was amazing, true Italian creative concoctions with flavors that explode on the palette from the olive infused olive oil and bread that comes with the meal to the creations on the menu - this restaurant is amazing and the service was great too

Great from start to finish. From the warm welcome at the host stand to the attentive service and unforgettable food—every detail stood out. It’s definitely a splurge, but worth every penny for an experience this memorable.

Stopped in on Tuesday, for a celebratory dinner after proposing to my partner. This was hands down the best Italian food we have had in years. The Ossobuco was divine, and the veal ravioli was heavenly. Our waitress was amazing, made great suggestions. This was a highlight of the multi day road trip we had, and if you are lucky enough to be in the area, make this a planned eating spot.

Awesome place with so much history definitely worth the stop!

Very interesting, though small museum of Boothbay history, from prehistorical peoples forward. Also got excellent help from the resident historian who guided us through the well-organized genealogical records and files. What a treasure trove.

The people were very nice and helpful!

The Boothbay Region Historical Society, housed in an 1874 home on Oak Street, preserves the stories of a coastal community shaped by shipbuilding, fishing, and tourism. Its welcoming front porch and shaded yard make it feel more like visiting a neighbor than entering a museum. Inside, exhibits bring the past to life with photographs, ship models, maps, and artifacts that trace the harbor’s evolution from working waterfront to summer destination. Volunteers keep the archives accessible, with family files, newspapers, and records that make it a resource for anyone tracing local roots. It’s a quiet but essential stop in Boothbay Harbor—a place where the town’s memory is cared for and shared, connecting today’s visitors with the lives of those who came before. #BoothbayHarbor #HistoricalSociety #MaineHistory #CoastalMaine #NewEnglandHeritage

Invited by friends who had enjoyed it previously, and did not disappoint. Left promptly, friendly crew. Quite a bit more people than I imagined on the trip, but it never felt crowded. Drinks available on a 45 min tour of the beautiful harbor, with commentary and history. Arrived at Cabbage island, felt like a hidden summer camp with amenities. Food was great for what it was. The experience and trip made it all worthwhile. As far as food goes, Blueberry cake was in fact legendary. Fish chowder was fish stew. Lobsters and other accoutrements were amazing. Even in inclement weather, it was an awesome experience, I look forward to sharing it with family and friends.

Wonderful day! Take a boat out of Boothbay harbor ME and feast on lobster with fixings and homemade blueberry cake! Make reservation early because they sell out everyday! Recommended at least 1 month in advance for reservations if you want weekend . Cash only. Worth every penny!! Many generations family owned. Only run this for a limited time in the Summer.

An experience like no other! The boat ride to the island is informative and lovely. When you arrive you pick the table you'd like to sit at on the Island and the lobster meal is large and delicious! It's not just a restaurant on an island it's a whole Maine coastal experience! Fun for all ages.

As an experience, Cabbage Island was amazing. Definitely come starving! They give you two lobsters, potato, corn on the cob, clam chowder and this amazing blueberry cake desert. The food was pretty good! What added it to me was that the island had small strains, good enough for some activity in between the food and some beautiful views of the sea.

A great experience! The boat ride out was very enjoyable, definitely recommend standing at the front of the boat in lieu of sitting, you get to see a lot more. The food and service on the island was incredible. Get yourself a table close to the cooks so you can be first in line and get a great ocean view while you chow down on the freshest lobster around.

We had a great time there everything from the staff the boat ride and especially the food. They did not disappoint a very friendly family.My wife and I had a great time we would go again.

July 4th we boarded the Bennie Alice and learned all kinds of cool stuff from Captain Gusto on the way to Cabbage Island, a beautiful little island near Boothbay Harbor. They've been doing their huge seafood bakes for 60 years, which makes sense--- the team moves like a well oiled machine, something that comes from years of perfecting your craft. We got to explore a little bit while the team prepared their famous clam bake, which includes: clam chowder, TWO big old lobsters, steamed clams, corn on the cob, a baked potato, a hard boiled egg, and a thick slice of Blueberry Cake. They also have a chicken option if lobster isn't your thing, and a hot dog option for kids. You're also allowed to bring your own food! Dani and I packed a vegan picnic (though I absolutely did eat some of this food. You expect me to ever stay away from blueberry pastries?????)

Boathouse Bistro is one of our favorite spots whenever we’re in Boothbay Harbor. In a town full of tourist-heavy restaurants, this place stands out, and we’ve tried quite a few. Prices are fair given the location (you are in Boothbay, after all), and the quality and portions make it feel worth it. We’ve been in both summer and winter, and it’s been a great experience each time. In the colder months, the indoor tables with harbor views feel extra cozy. In the summer, their rooftop deck has one of the best views in town. Service has always been friendly and attentive, even during busy times. Our go-to is the haddock sandwich. They use these massive pieces of fish, and it’s always cooked perfectly. We’ve had it both fried and blackened — both are excellent!

One of the nicest spot in Boothbay harbor, offering a great view of the bay from their cozy rooftop. The staff was very nice, even letting us linger past closing. The clam chowder had a delightful texture and flavor, and the lobster bisque was good. The green salad with well-seasoned and well-done shrimps was a simple yet noice choice. However, our main disappointment was the seafood risotto, given the restaurant's reputation for risotto. Adding Parmigiano or any cheese to seafood risotto is unacceptable. Despite the rice and the seafood being otherwise well prepared, this was a major misteps. The sangria was not a smart choice as well - it contained no fresh fruits and was noticeably lacking in flavour, very watery/diluted. We also felt the pricing was quite high for the overall experience.

Had a small dinner (clam chowder) here at Boathouse, but wanted to try so many things. Plenty of options for all dietary restrictions, gorgeous rooftop seating with views of the Harbor, and friendly service. Great drinks, too. Would definitely go back to try the chef’s famous risotto.

My husband had the salmon and orzo. He absolutely loved his meal. I had a vegan option which they have a lot of of those. I had the sticky tofu with regular rice, not the coconut rice. The mail was absolutely amazing. Highly recommend this restaurant.

One of our go to spots every summer. The atmosphere and seafood hit the spot every time! I love that they offer gluten free New England Chowder as well!

This restaurant has quite an ambitious menu and I was skeptical they could pull off as described. But they did! The risotto was properly cooked and the shrimp topping was delicious and well-seasoned. It was a wonderful surprise among the many other restaurants with typically similar menus. Thoroughly enjoyes!

Tucked into the heart of Boothbay Harbor, the Boathouse Bistro is a three-story tapas bar and restaurant that feels both cozy and expansive at once. Its first-floor dining room offers a warm, intimate setting—especially welcoming on cooler days—while the second level opens up to views of the working harbor. The rooftop deck on the third floor gives diners an elevated perch to watch the harbor come alive with boats and sea breeze. 

Visited on a Monday in July and not busy at all. Our teens were tired of seafood and wanted something like back home and this place helped us put. Pizza, pretzel, and BBQ. Worked out nicely! Cider and beers were a nice addition. Lots of stuff to do inside for kids and adults. Darts, the ring game, and drawers full of fun activities for everyone.

There are many amazing restaurant choices in the area and we were *thrilled* that we chose this spot for dinner! It is located near a scenic footbridge by the water, plus has an adjacent lot for easy parking. We loved the cider flight and pesto flatbread, and had the pleasure of trying out a new special menu item in advance - the jalapeño cheddar pretzel with beer cheese and garlic parmesan aïoli. You know the food's good when all you can do is chew and nod at each other in delightful silence! Our server Maya was friendly and attentive, even considering that we arrived within the last hour and a half of closing time. It was nice to have outdoor tables so that we could dine with our dog. (the cute neighborhood brewery cat is friendly although my dog might feel differently 😂) Would love to come back again when we return to the area!

The Best Resturant in Booth Bay, Period. Y'all this place was like being wrapped in a warm hug from the moment you are greeted. Everyone likes their job and wants to create a lovely experience for you. The host who also happened to be the owner was so kind and treated us like family. She ended up chatting with us for most of our meal. The bar tender was also incredible and made sure we never wanted for food or drinks. Now the drinks! Excellent cider and my husband really enjoyed his pale ale. I don't even like most ciders but this was incredible and not overly sweet. The food...HONEYYY as a Texan I am PICKY about BBQ. Well slap me sideways because that BBQ was some of the best I have had in a long time. We ordered the burnt ends to start and they were melt in your mouth, right amount of sauce without being smothered finger licking delicious. Then we ordered the Steak Pizza and the Brisket Sandwich. I have never been so jealous of a Brisket Sandwich. Large, hunky, juicy, smoky pieces of brisket. Lawwrd! My pizza was also incredible with the right hint of garlic and cheese. Also the portions are super generous! No leaving hungry here. Also what was surprising was the prices. Where everything in Booth Bay is over priced and frankly subpar on portions (think appetizer size for $40). FootBridge Brewery didn't disappoint. They also shared they reworked their entire menu over the summer. So if you haven't been go check out the lovely new menu! Also PET FRIENDLY PATIO. 🩵

For us it’s a short walk to this restaurant. How lucky are we? We went for a beer and light dinner. The starter with our brew was the pretzel with sauces. How to make a pretzel interesting? Well they did it. Crispy and salty with a soft center with a grainy mustard and plenty of cheese for dipping. We both ordered flatbreads for dinner. Delicious and not too bready with lots on top. The weather was perfect for sitting outside and had a great time people watching.

Lovely setting with views of the bay and the beers... Well, they are worth the journey! The brewer is not afraid to get creative and defy the odds with a durable brewing method while serving great tasting craft beers to his guests. Awesome!

Tldr: Amazing, must come here for the beer and BBQ! We had the burnt tips and two flights of beer. Just incredible! A must visit for booth! The BBQ was great, the beer varying in splendor, and the atmosphere comfortable.

This place is conveniently located and offers spacious indoor and outdoor seating. They have a diverse selection of interesting beers, but they do not serve food directly. Instead, you need to order from a nearby food truck, which is a separate business. We tried a flight of beers, but none of the flavors suited our tastes. Despite this, it’s a fun spot to pass the time while waiting for your cruise to depart.

What a find! Great location right on a pier with all the food made right there with indoor and outdoor dining options. An on site bar that you can drink outdoor to as well. I’m just gonna cut it short and get to the point - the Colossal Lobster Roll is no joke and is worth the price. I live in Maine and know a lobster roll inside out and have had dozens on dozens from all over the state for years and j have to say - this is the absolute largest one I’ve had (and yes I’m aware of the one at Taste of Maine but it’s the equivalent of a health insurance copay 🤣) This lobster is a behemoth of a roll. At least a pound of lobster meat if not more. I counted three tails and three claws and more. Sandwich so bag I couldn’t wrap my mouth around it and had to eat it like an ear of corn taking bites out of it (after showering it with butter of course). Twice collapsed in my hands from its own weight. A fork and knife might be the safe way to take this bad boy down. The best way to describe it is like holding a giant burger with the grip style that you can’t relax knowing it’ll explode if you release. Anywho - it was great and it was the first lobster roll that about knocked me on my ass - usually I’ll buy at least three to be satisfied. After one of these I had to tag out. Give it a try.

Always delicious! Lobster fresh and sweet! Sides are nice. Fried chicken Sammy was so good I wanted another. You place your order, go take a seat and they call you when it’s ready. Can’t beat it! View is great too. Inside seats available and a nice bar.

Cool place to have the best lobster dinner! Fresh off the boat. Corn and Coleslaw were both delicious. We ate outside and then enjoyed a beautiful sunset. The staff really hustles to get this food cooked and out of the kitchen.

Wonderful place to hang out for drinks and food! They had live music while we were there which was great and being right on Boothbay harbor with the light breeze made for a perfect date night! We arrived at 5pm and had no trouble finding a parking spot or a table. By 6pm they were much busier, so get there on the earlier side. Everything is counter service. Food counter is at one spot and the bar is inside, first come first served. This means you’ll need to order from two counters and likely will stand in line twice. There was basically no wait to order food. My only complaint was the wait for the bar. There was a line of at least 8 people at the bar when we first got there and there was only one bartender working. Wait time was at least 15 minutes for our initial round of drinks. I didn’t mind waiting for our first round which I got before ordering food. But once we picked up food, I wanted a beer to go with my dinner but the line for the bar was out the door, so I didn’t bother because our food would’ve been cold and my husband would likely have been done eating by the time I got back. But this is my only complaint. Food was delicious and perfectly cooked! We got the crab roll which was stuffed and had the perfect amount of mayo so I could still taste the crab. The bun was warm and toasted. I would’ve liked to have a butter only option for the crab roll instead of mayo since my husband hates mayo, but it’s already mixed with the mayo which just meant more for me ;) We also got the fried fish dinner which was some of the best I’ve had. The fish was flaky, perfectly cooked and the batter was the perfect amount and stayed stuck to the fish while eating it. Loved their tartar sauce which used sweet relish and that was a pleasant surprise. We got the garlic mashed potatoes which used red potatoes and were wonderful. We also got the fries which were great as well and were a good portion. They also had a section for steamed seafood where you can watch them steam lobster, clams and mussels and a special section to pick up your steamed food with all the fixings like lemon and butter. Prices were very reasonable and our total cost was less than every other restaurant we’ve eaten at since moving to Maine. This is our new go to spot for dining out. Can’t wait to get back there.

My wife and I spent the day in Boothbay Harbor and made a stop at the Boothbay Lobster Wharf for lunch. This was the highlight of our day! First, I ordered the Jumbo Lobster Roll, which is 16 ounces of lobster. This roll was HUGE!! On top of that, the lobster was sweet and melted in my mouth. By far the best lobster of our trip!! The restaurant had a lobster and steamers area, sandwiches and fried food, ice cream and a bar, with plenty of seating right on the wharf! We already were talking about coming back during our next visit to the area!

Best meal we had! Casual atmosphere with great food and a beautiful view! We had lobster rolls (1 jumbo, 1 regular) that had so much fresh lobster, you couldn’t see the roll! The mussels were also tasty! Delicious!

Food was amazing. That’s what we came for. Great atmosphere, outside seating, plenty of shade. My only issue was waiting for drinks. The line was so long, definitely needed more than one bartender. Our food was ready before the drinks. So we only had one.

We love this beautiful park! Excellent for picnics, children, pups, swimming, or admiring the view!

This is a great place to kayak or paddle board for beginners. It has bathrooms, is dog friendly, and green space for lawn games etc.

We liked this place. It's quiet and peaceful with many areas to explore. We came during low tide, and the beach was accessible.

8/30/21 update. Still a nice park. Irresponsible pet owners are not cleaning up after their dogs. If you own a dog, clean up after them or Stay home ! Don't expect others to do your job. Great little pet friendly park on the coast. A few picnic tables.

Gorgeous place with plenty of picnic tables, clean bathrooms, rocks to chill on and water to take a dip in. We had a restorative morning here eating delicious bagels from Woodsong Market and just relaxing.

Fantastic beautiful park with stunning, sparkling waves and coves. There is a picnic table. This is a real gem of a park that was preserved by the town form a a land donation, with adequate parking!

Great swimming spot in the summer, was was warm and plenty of shady trees. Bring your picnic and stay for the day.

This place is the best! Been coming here since 2012. One of my top 2 must-dos in the area. Travis and the others are all awesome. Very knowledgeable and extremely friendly, laid-back staff. Awesome shop as well. You can use a wet bag and bring your belongings. There are public bathrooms very close by. You can even bring your dog. I recently did on a hybrid-type SUP like a sit-on-top kayak. There is no better place to paddle board or kayak than in the harbor! So much interesting stuff to look at. Good gear. Please support small and local businesses and try this out! If you have been on the fence about trying something new, just do it! You will love it.

Employees were friendly and knowledgeable. We had a great time paddling to Burnt Island. Can't wait to go back!

Had such a great time. Walked in and we’re immediately greeted politely. We rented two tandem kayaks for 1/2 day and they showed us a good route to take, recommended a kayak-up lunch spot, and provided a map. Afterwards they offered to let us swim off their dock. Such a fun group of people working here. We really had a blast.

I spent about 4 hours out on various bodies of water for the wildlife tour - it was worth every penny, including the generous tip I gave to Abe for being a fantastic guide. Tidal is super professional, friendly, and knows their stuff. I would never have known that Abe has been guiding tours for four or five years - he was enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and just plain adorable. Do this when you are in Maine!!

Knowledgable staff and they gave us some great quick trip ideas along with a map of bay area. Great clean gear and very helpful. loved our paddle!

We had a great day on the water thanks to Tidal Transit! We rolled in with 8 on a Saturday, for a variety of single & tandem kayaks & SUPs. Travis was super helpful & got us out on the water quickly & well-prepared. They had a great assortment of well-maintained kayaks & SUPs & awesome tips about trips/destinations for our adventure. We headed out to Burnt Island & back in just over two hours. Awesome time!

We booked the lighthouse tour and had a great time with one of the local high schoolers who took us around the island and answered our many questions about living in Maine. Highly recommend taking a tour with Abel Briar who was a joy to hang out with.

We had the most amazing day exploring these gardens in July. It was a very warm day and I was definitely sticky by the end of all of the hiking. The grounds were much more expansive than I expected they would be and we easily walked a few miles that day. The flowers were gorgeous and plentiful. We loved searching for the trolls and posing for pictures with them, too. The terrain is rough, rocky for sure in places, and I highly recommend sturdy shoes. There is a trolley that comes by periodically if you need a lift back (as we did), but it's probably 15 minutes between pick ups. The quality of the food at the cafeteria was better than I had dared to hope for. Usually zoos and other similar attractions offer frozen food product. This was fresh and delicious. Their menu rotates regularly, but I greatly enjoyed my curry chicken salad and salad. And the brownie was delicious and huge! The admission fee isn't cheap, but I feel it is well worth it for the experience and great care taken of the grounds. The entrance also has a gift shop with a lot of options for souvenirs to visit on your way out. I highly, highly recommend spending a few hours here. We were here about 3/ 3.5 hours including lunch and that was perfect.

I spent a wonderful afternoon at the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, and it was easily one of the most beautiful and well-maintained places I’ve visited in Maine. The gardens are vast and thoughtfully designed, with a perfect balance of natural beauty, art installations, and peaceful walking trails surrounded by flowers, trees, and water views. It took me about 2–3 hours to explore comfortably, and I felt like I could have stayed even longer just soaking in the scenery. I booked my tickets online, which came at a discounted rate — definitely worth doing ahead of time since the tours and accessible rides fill up pretty quickly. The entire space is impressively accessible, and I appreciated that wheelchairs are available free of charge for guests who need them. Parking is also free, and the staff were friendly and attentive from the moment I arrived. This place feels magical, especially with the mix of themed gardens, sculptures, and peaceful outlooks over the water. Whether you’re a plant lover, a photographer, or just looking for a serene escape, this destination delivers it all. I left feeling refreshed, inspired, and already planning a return visit.

If ever there was a truly magical place, it's here! Stunning gardens with something for everyone. So many vibrant flower beds, (one of them shaped like a butterfly if you can find it), a children's garden, a fairy village, many walking trails, a plethora of relaxing areas to sit and chill, a learning center, a cafe, and the trolls! The children's garden was full of whimsy. I FELT like a kid again wandering through it, marveling at the growing things, the quaint workshop, the pond, the book themed areas, and so much more! I walked 23,000 steps in these gardens, but if you have mobility issues or tend toward lazy, there is a free shuttle that is always on the go. I had a marvelous time hunting down the trolls, they are quite a sight to see. I had a preconceived notion of what the fairy village would be, which was nothing like what it actually was, but the interactive nature (pun intended) of it was satisfying. The cafe was nice, although I wish they had more variety of hot meals to choose from. The heirloom tomato sandwich I tried was quite good. The gift shop is fantastic! Beautiful items, many from local artists, along with a great selection of shirts and books. You can see it all in a couple hours, although I would dedicate at least 4 to really immerse yourself in it and not have to rush. It was more than worth the price of admission. A wonderfully soul nurturing experience.

Go for a visit- you will be glad you did! Loved seeing the trolls but there was so much more to see and enjoy. Staff were all very friendly, lunch in cafe was simple but good. Loved hiking the full loop to see all the sections. You could stay all day! Loved it!

This botanical garden is routinely listed as one of the ten best in the USA. I understand why, but it could be even better. I loved all of the trails I went on and the excellent variety of plants and trees from the Northeast. There are great options for children including the interactive fairy village. The giant trolls and a huge hit and I particularly enjoyed the woodland garden and the hillside walk. If you get tired, there is a shuttle that will take you to most places in the gardens. What I found lacking was consistent clear signage for the trees and plants. This was notable in the garden of the senses. I needed more guidance above t what to touch, taste, smell, etc. There were at least 20 times we needed to look up a plant or tree on an app because we saw no sign. This was particularly challenging because the cell.coverage was limited and spotty. The cafe seems much nicer online than in person. It was a serve yourself cafeteria style and felt hectic and loud like the sort of cafe I expect in a zoo. I wanted a calmer, fancier dinning experience because I'm a tired old queen and I want my creature comforts served on glass plates. It you are charging $29 for adults admission per person, why not add a swanky restaurant too. In for a penny in for a pound.

We were only visiting the NE for a short road trip and I heard about the Trolls recycled art and that they were the Guardians of the seeds. The story lore and the awesome venture by the artist peaked our curiosity. This is a DO NOT MISS. It may seem weird to go to a botanical garden on vacay, but this is beautiful, amazing for kids, although this trip was just my husband and I and it was outstanding. Nice walks and hikes. Just outstanding place to visit.

Visited a few times. Busy place in good weather. Rainy day visit was quiet and great to explore without crowds. Definitely check out the trolls built into the landscape. Take advantage of the free shuttles that drive around, sometimes you get lucky and get one to yourself and get a semi-private tour. We also did the guided tour on the electric cart and the docent was great with the kids and gave us great information. The kids really enjoyed riding on the cart too!

The food was excellent. We will definitely return next time we are in town. The seafood risotto was the favorite dish we had. There was also a cheaper pub menu which we ordered off for the kid, the chicken fingers with fries off of that menu were very good as well.

I almost overlooked this place and I'm SO glad I didn't! We had the Brandy Lobster, Calamari, Seared Scallops, and Steak Tips. Every single dish was perfectly cooked and seasoned beautifully. The waiter was kind and attentive, and the cozy atmosphere was perfect for a chilly, rainy day. I would absolutely come back to try some of the other dishes!

My wife and I enjoyed wonderful food here. We shared a crab cake appetizer and followed it with steak tips (pictured below). We finished the meal with a blueberry pie slice a la mode. Everything was extremely well prepared and presented. I can honestly say the steak tips were the best I have ever had. The blend of flavors with the green beans, fried shallots and mashed potatoes and demi glaze was outstanding. Highly recommended.

Our meals for four people were all quite good. The seafood chowder is over priced for it's size. The mushroom tart appetizer was excellent. The seasonal fall salad with greens, pears, pistachios, cranberries/craisins, feta was outstanding. We all loved the ambiance. Our servers were all excellent. Location very convenient to where we were staying. Scallops with potato gnocchi, spinach and bacon was very good, a little too rich on top of all the rest. Chicken and shrimp fettuccine was reported to be "good". Lobster appetizer was reported as very good. The way they serve hot tea is amazing. Good Pinot Noir. We didn't stay at the hotel. A memorable meal.

Great food and service. The scallops and risotto were amazing. The steak tips were also delicious. Lots of flavors. Our server Maria (sorry I misspelled the name, she was from Rumania) was super nice and helpful. Great place definitely we are coming back.

The restaurant was recommended to us by our hotel and they were spot on! The ambience of the historic building was romantic. We both had the sirloin steak which was very well cooked and flavorful. They also have a very nice wine list. But the best thing by far was the blueberry pie, it was seriously the best pie I've ever had!! 10/10 recommend!!

This review is for Thistle Restaurant, not the Inn. My wife started with a Mocktail Citrus Spritz and I had an Orange Dragon. Both were very good, mine was quite boozy and lasted me until I finished my meal. We had the Tuna Tartare for an appetizer and it was very fresh with lots of flavor. My wife had Steak Tips and said it was the best meal of our 10 day trip. I had the daily special which was fresh bay scallop scampi on angel hair pasta. It was a simple dish with seared scallops, tomatoes, butter, wine, and garlic sauce with fresh basil. I think the key ingredient was that everything was fresh, fresh scallops from the bay that is literally right outside. Service was excellent, our waitress suggested the scallops and she was right. I'm giving them 5 stars.

What a gem! We havw seen several shows at this amazing venue. The staff us friendly the talent is diverse and the overall experience is outstanding!

Super cool, quaint, intimate venue Saw Pure Prarie League with 349 other people on a summer night. Awesome!

Love the Opera House! The staff are all wonderful and they are so great at bringing in wicked talented musicians. Check out the open mic night!

I had the privilege to see Tim Sample at the opera house a few days ago. Excellent venue , well organized and friendly folks. A great night .

Saw an amazing musical act here by the name of The Henry Girls! The opera house has so much history and is a perfect edition to the town of Boothbay Harbor

Drove up to see a friend play Van Morrison tonight. The doors on Smith were all locked(?), and the sign said to enter on Townsend. Walked to the Townsend door, and they were locked, and the staff wouldn't open to hear a word -- just pointed us back to Smith. Went back to the Smith doors, no one was around, no one would let us in. Never seen a venue this locked up and frosty, went home bummed.

I was there on 9/2/23 to hear Seth Glier.It's a very nice venue.I purchased two glasses of wine with tip $20.00.After 10 minutes I went back to the wine bar and a woman was there,same woman who addressed the audience before Seth went on.She may be on the Board or associated.I had seen a bowl of mix and asked her for a plastic cup to put the mix in.She handed me a napkin and said you can put it in there,then thought again,and handed me a small cup,half the size and mentioned we are not using our cups for that item.I looked at her and thought,could you be any cheaper or less customer service orientated.Then the evening started with a special guest,who one might think is involved musically,or perhaps the president, but instead he made a politically motivated speech regarding climate change because the headliner is deeply involved.Under other conditions,it may have been appropriate,but then the program started and the lyrics in most of his choices were all themed with related messages and innuendos.Seth has many talents and interests and you can read about it in his bio.The audience didn't have to hear it over and over throughout the first set.I'm a musician in six orchestras and have never been held captive by a left leaning political agenda at a concert.He claims to be versed in many genres of music which is fine,but making a bulley pulpit from the stage was uncalled for.We left after the first set as we didn't want to be exposed to more political rhetoric. Climate change is a worthy issue,buy I didn't come to attend that type of forum.I would prefer to have my entry fee refunded.Response is welcomed.10/15/23 The management/ownership doesn't have the decency to respond.Shameful.It's now been almost five months and no one from the staff has bothered to reply,in any way or format.I appeal to Cathy Sherrill,Executive Director, for having the decency to respond to a customer and to acknowledge to all of you,that they read and care about their reviews.Today it's 6/25/24 and no reply from anyone.New season is beginning and common sense would dictate,it's time to take care of business.My guess,at this point,there will be silence, just like silent movies,and you know what your happened to them. They're history.Hiding behind social media is today's definition of cowardice.The theater is going dark with the current director.For those of you reading reviews,before buying tickets,beware of the September 26th show with Seth Glier.You will probably be forced to listen to a Green New Deal leftist speech,prior to the start,and then be forced to hear Seth's political position both from him personally and in the lyrics to his songs(political diatribe).If you are embarrassed to walk out and wait until the intermission,do yourself the favor,but before you leave,ask for your money back,because management will not respond to you and bring your own small specimen cup for the mix at the bar,as they're not prepared for such an overwhelming request.Try eating it on a napkin with your other hand around a wineglass,as there are very few tables to set anything on.By all means,try to enjoy yourself.It's now May 29,2025.A new season is upon us and yes,SILENCE from THE OPERA HOUSE HIGHLY ESTEEMED STAFF.What else is new.*August 20,2025.They've invited him back.I surely hope he's changed his approach with the audience.Quite talented, but may come with an agenda,separate from his performance.If management hasn't cleared this up,you may be in for a one way, left leading lesson in how to be a politically left follower.GOOD LUCK !The newest show under consideration should be " Hiding behind social media or "Silence of the Lambs", Maine Version,starring the administrative staff of The Opera House.It's now July 3, 2025.By not speaking or responding doesn't make what you did to me, go away. SHAMEFUL!!!! It's August 23,2025.The silence is deafening for Ms.Sherrill as the longer this goes on "Sherrill's Farce" will be the curtain closer,as more inquisitive patrons will read this review and wonder WHY ?.

Lovely day out on the water with our pup! The crew was very nice and knowledgeable. We parked on Howard Street and it was a very easy walk to the dock and much cheaper than the closer lot. There is a covered area downstairs and an open one up top, though the first few rows under the roof do have shade. We saw a number of puffins, sea birds, and several whales. Our guide was fantastic at pointing things out and where to look. My one and only disappointment was that the boat did not stop to see the puffins as they did the whales so it made it harder to view them. It could be for nesting reasons though. the boat slowed but did not stop. Bring layers as it was very hot on land but the ride back was absolutely freezing. Overall, it was a great pick! I was afraid there would be no room to move but there was space so you were not on top of other people and we could easily see things off either side.

We very much enjoyed the Cap'n Fish's harbor cruise aboard the Pink Lady vessel. The weather was perfect. All the crew was knowledgeable, friendly and professional. The narrator did an excellent job. He was loud enough, clear, and easy to understand. We saw different sea birds, and seals along the trip. We were pulled in close to some of the islands for better views of the sea life and lighthouses for perfect photo opportunities. The cruise is informative on the local lobstering industry. It was educational. The boat was clean and comfortable. The 1.25 hour cruise was perfect for the time we wanted to spend.

Originally we had reserved a different cruise but there was a mechanical issue with the boat so they offered an upgrade for a longer cruise. I wasn't too sure about the change but our group loved it. The Captain was very knowledgeable and provided an interesting and informative narrative. We were lucky to see a pair of tuna competing for bait in the bay. It was highly unusual to see them so close to the shore!! It was a great evening.

The lovely lady who we purchased our tickets from was very friendly and helpful. The two young men that were part of the crew were also very nice. The Captain was knowledgeable about the area and informative. We really enjoyed our trip.

We had a great experience on our whale watching and puffin cruise. We saw multiple whales, a few seals and only 1 or 2 puffins. It was the last puffin cruise of the season, so it's not surprising they were less prevalent. The entire crew was great, especially Lexi, who was the naturalist for our trip. She was very informative and enthusiastic whenever a whale would surface. Once the whales surfaced, the captain did a great job positioning the boat so that we were close, but not too close to the whales. The boat was clean and even though it was full, it never felt crowded.

We went on the puffin tour. We got there around 9:35am for the 10am tour. The ride out was about to the island was about an hour trip. We then circled the island for 25+ minutes. Lots of puffin flying around. You do need a professional camera to be able to take great pictures as the puffin move fast. On board, there was a naturalist giving information about the animals we might see and then pointing out any. The captain made sure everyone got to see the animals. Some other people on our cruise got to see a seal but I was on the wrong side at that time. We sat in the front top area in front of the capatins window (very limited seating and fills up very fast) and really enjoyed our view. We did have to kneel when at the railing but you can stiĺl see perfectly without moving from your seats. If you are on the bottom front, you may get a little wet but still get great views.

I went on two tours (puffin/whale combo and the harbor cruise). Both were excellent! I was able to see a lot of wildlife on both, a lot of scenic landscapes of Maine, and the boat ride was so much fun! Just remember to bring your sunscreen because you can get pretty crispy out there on the water

What a beautiful and fun sailing experience! The deckhands Andy and Mary were great in working the sails all the while taking care of your cocktail requests, conversing with us and answering questions we had. The captain Pablo told us stories of the area and took us on a beautiful tour on the water during sunset. A highlight of our trip !

The staff were very welcoming and friendly, and the cocktails were a nice treat. Even though the weather didn’t fully cooperate for our “sunset” cruise, we still got some beautiful views of the area. Highly recommend.

We had an amazing time on the Schnoor Eastwind. Sarah and Christina were so much fun to talk with, and they are having a great time out there on the water. They are knowledgeable about birds and stories of the land/buildings. There were four of us (including a four year old and a seven year old) and we all loved it. I would highly recommend it to anyone coming to Maine. It’s so important to get out on the water. And it is so fun to be riding on a beautifully strong boat.

We had an amazing sunset cruise with the Appledore crew. The schooner was very neat and well kept. Crew was friendly and knowledgeable. There is a nice drink menu that offers something for everyone. 10/10 would recommend to anybody.

Awesome experience. Great crew. Beautiful sunset cruise. They take your oders for drinks and bring it to you. They had blankets which was fantastic! Great price for experience! I'm from our of town and it was fun to see Maine this way. There's also an opportunity to help raise the sails!

Phenomenal. Exceptional. Classy. We had the privilege of sailing with Captains Josh and Sarah and their mate Christina. I purchased this as a Father’s Day present for my Dad, Uncle and Husband. There aren’t enough words of praise I can give to Eastwind Schooners and their very fine employees. We will be repeat customers both in Maine and one day in Florida. Well done!

Such a great day sailing around the harbor. It was fantastic to relax, enjoy a beverage, and watch the captain and first mate trim the sails. Nothing better than feeling the sea breeze cooling the decks, hearing the gulls calling overhead, and watching the waves lapping the hull as we leisurely sailed past lighthouses, islands, and the occasional disinterested porpoise. A great day on the water!

A lovely place with great employees and great prices. The cashier was extremely sweet and knowledgeable about the area. She recommended us other enriching activities in the area and her welcoming demeanor is not easily forgotten!

What an awesome store!! The range of items from books for all ages to kitchen gadgets, stationery, that perfect greeting card, lobster socks and other fun gifts like little balsam pillows or bell buoy wind chimes. It’s easy to lose track of time. If you’re disabled, an employee can fetch a book, magazine or art supplies from the second floor (no elevator).

This place is amazing! Emilia at the service desk upstairs was so helpful ordering the book I wanted when it turned out it wasn’t in stock at the store. The title I was looking for reminded her of a wonderful story she shared with me while we were filling out the order form. The staff was so friendly and helpful, and the store itself was beautiful. It was clean, well-organized, and the selection of books, puzzles, games, and other novelty items was extensive! I can’t wait to come back.

This book store was the highlight of my visit to Boothbay Harbor! So much to look at, and so welcoming. I spent 2 hours there the first night, got overwhelmed and went back the next night. Emilia patiently helped me with the art department, pens, yes even cartridge pens which I love. I left with a book Drawing on the Right side of the Brain, multiple pens, paper, stickers and an adorable plush stuffed monkey! Love this store!

Incredible two-story book store, one of several locations across Maine. Vast collection of new and used titles from all genres, as well as other items and collectibles for tourists and town folk alike.

Love me a book store! 😍 This bookstore stole my heart when a friend pointed out that it carried a few copies of a very special children’s book, who’s character is based on a childhood friend of ours

Sherman's is my favorite store in Boothbay! I could spend hours here shopping!

A wonderful experience! The boat captain and crew were kind and professional. We had a very pleasant ride to Monhegan Island and back, arriving perfectly on schedule. The captain shared interesting details about places of interest as we passed. We even saw several pods of dolphins on our ride!

We went on an amazing Mackerel fishing trip with our teens. Our pictures do not show the fun we had as I try not to post pictures with people. We started in the fog and ended up with beautiful weather. The fish were visible from the boat. Schools of them were below us and we caught one after another. Our teens had so much fun especially our daughter who doesn’t fish. My son who does fish also had a blast. There was one other larger family on board. Their kids had so much fun as well. They had younger kids, grade school. They had a blast! They caught them to bring them home to cook. The assistant took off the mackerel’s heads and their insides and placed them on ice. I think they only take like 15 people so it is definitely a smaller boat. Only two crew and no bathrooms.

I had a really enjoyable time on Balmy day cruise. we traveled to Mohegan Island Maine. The captain gave some details about the surrounding area as we traveled to our destination. There are clean bathrooms on board and some basic coffee, Tea, soda etc. Pack your drink for the island and make sure you are wearing layered clothing

Very disappointed with the company's customer service - or lack thereof. I grew up in the area and wanted to take my family to my old home and our favorite island. In my excitement, I booked the hotel and boat trip for our family of 5 (at 5:30am) for a trip 3 weeks from now. After securing these two reservations, I tried to book the kennel for our dogs. Unfortunately, there was absolutely no availability at any kennel we called. Just 2 hours later (at 8am) I cancelled our hotel (no problem) and asked Balmy Days to refund our tickets given the circumstance. They flat out refused to even consider my situation and only offered to take a cruise later in the season. I suppose that would have been easy if we lived in the area. So we're now out $265 or need to make an 8 hour road trip. Customer service is atrocious! Hindsight being 20/20. Note to others...IIf you have a party of 5 or more, make multiple reservations under the 5 passenger limit. Reservations under 5 people can be cancelled within 48 hours of the trip.

We had a great boat ride out to Mohegan Island. The Captain and his crew were all very nice and professional.

Took 2 trips with this company: Monhegan Island - good value, great views on the island (can hike down to the shore or up to cliffs), friendly staff on the boat. Scenic Harbor Tour (Squirrel Island) - great value, really good way to get a quick overview of the area. Captain talked through most of the tour explaining what we were seeing and telling us about the area. We did this our first day in Boothbay and it gave us a good overview. This trip isn't too long so if you are prone to seasickness this would be a good one to take - also doesn't go far out from shore so it doesn't get too wavy.

Excellent folks, very friendly, professional and always on time for everything! From the ferry/tour, to the sailing and lobster cruises, it is hands down the best run operation I've ever seen. Hope to see you all in a couple of years and take a fishing tour too!

So beautiful here! Highly recommend walking on the bridge for sunrise, and at night to see the lights!

Trust me, add this town to your coastal itinerary. The footbridge is a short walk across the harbor, offering a unique view of the fishing boats. Plan to shop and eat lunch here too. There's a huge variety of shops and restaurants. This was my favorite stop on the eastern shore. Park in one of the public lots - street parking is limited.

A great view of Boothbay Harbor and fun to walk out in and see the boats. No need to purchase tickets. There is a public lot nearby for parking.

Nice walk across the hat or to the other side of Boothbay. Wonderful views and lovers leave locks to display their togetherness. A nice stroll on a historical site.

Great view of Boothbay. A nice, easy walk across the water.

10/10 would walk on again.

Gorgeous area. Great for squidding between April and June. Very fun time! I highly recommend going at night to watch the sunset and enjoy the night life.

Manager is horrible, customer service is terrible, was told I could not do a bank wire without the manager, told me to come back even though the manager was in the next room, next day I came back, scheduled a time to meet with her, she never called me as promised, switching banks here soon. Nothing but problems with this bank. there's a reason they have bad reviews on Google

Awful customer service. Never open for locals who work. Only really caters to people from away.

Just not the best hours.. To expensive for checks too...

Poor customer service.

Nice enough to keep the doors open close to 9 when they close! Very nice gentleman behind the counter that helped us with gluten free suggestions as well as his favorite flavor combos! The portion sizes are huge for the price!!

While walking around the lovely town shopping area, we wandered into this ice cream shop. We were the only ones in here yet it took nearly 3-4 minutes for the man in the back to finally help us. He was on his phone via an AirPod and was talking to someone in his native language. While the ice cream was good, both waffle cones had an ice cream ball hanging off the edge… as a huge ice cream shop person, this doesn’t make sense. Had we walked outside into the warmth, this would have fallen to the ground. ( didn’t get a photo of the second cone, as he was too busy trying to save the falling ball). Over all maybe it was a bad day for the employee or maybe he wasn’t trained on how to actually scoop and make a cone… Over all good ice cream, bad customer service and scooping….

Nestled right on the pier in Boothbay Harbor, the Downeast Ice Cream Factory has been scooping up smiles since 1979. Its classic facade—bright white clapboards, a colorful cone mural, and hand-painted sign—welcomes visitors into one of Maine’s most beloved ice cream spots. Inside, more than 65 homemade flavors await on rotating menus: think Maine Blueberry, Peanut Butter Fantasy, Whoopie Pie, and sugar-free or vegan sorbet options. Everything is super-premium—rich, creamy, and made in small batches. Coolers are stocked with soft serve, frozen yogurt, frappes, and more so every craving is covered. Whether you’re grabbing a cone before strolling the docks or settling into the parlor for a treat with a view, this is one of those coastal Maine rituals. Visiting the Ice Cream Factory feels like tasting the sweetness of summer, any time you stop by. #DowneastIceCream #BoothbayHarbor #MaineMade #IceCreamLovers #CoastalMaine

Was here in Boothbay harbor with my husband for 3 days me and my husband visited this place twice a day. Absolutely fabulous the best ice cream I have ever had chocolate raspberry truffle and chocolate fudge Oreo I loved those two flavors and they have over 70 different flavors that I have never seen at any other place it’s must to visit

The ice cream is absolutely delicious. The hubby got the chocolate peanut butter and the Maine moose. I got the vegan cookies and cream. A must have!

The Orange Swiss Chocolate Chip ice cream is the best!!! There was only one person working in the shop tonight and he was brilliant! Great sense of humor, handled a line of 8 people with aplomb and definitely deserves a raise! We come every year and love this place!

Best ice cream I have ever had. I got the blubbery frappe and my friend got the butterscotch the cashier who is name is Talha was great with the service he lead us very good and explain the ice cream definitely will be back! Thanks guys

On vacation from AZ and absolutely loved this place. Prices are as expected as I’m sure many look at but the service and food was amazing. The added blankets for anyone sitting outside was a great plus too.

Very good food and service and a great location make Coastal Prime a great choice. Their menu includes seafood and steak as well as other options. The new owners are very friendly.

I stopped in after a nice kayak paddle around the harbor. I ordered a blueberry mojito (yes this is Maine!) and it was so good. What wasn't that good was the lobster bisque, it was supposed to come with grilled garlic bread. That came much later, as I was finishing the cup. Granted I was there after the lunch crowd, but still please get the order right.

We had dinner at Coastal Prime during our visit in Boothbay Harbor. It’s a beautiful restaurant located in the Boothbay Harbor Oceanside Inn. They have outdoor seating right on the harbor with heaters for the cooler nights. The view is beautiful although it was foggy the night we were there. Our server was very friendly and the food was fantastic. I had the lobster ravioli, which may have been the best meal I had in our entire time in Maine. My husband had the Paella which he said was fantastic.

The waterfront location provides breathtaking views, especially as the sun sets over the harbor. Every dish was a testament to fresh, local ingredients prepared with incredible skill, offering a delightful culinary journey. Combined with attentive service and a wonderful ambiance, it's an unforgettable dining destination that I wholeheartedly recommend for anyone seeking a premium experience in Boothbay Harbor.

Unfortunately the new owners have turned this beautiful restaurant into a below average place to dine. The Seared Tuna last night was inedible. The scallop dish with a teaspoon of potato and half of a carrot was disappointing. The tablecloths are nonexistent leaving placemats on the chipped tables. No gas heaters, no gas lanterns on the deck. ( according to them the heaters remain broken - since June?) All the ambience has been lost Premier location that the Lafayette group will turn into nothing more than the Tugboat. So sad to see. Having dined there for the last 8 years- we will never go back. The management team and the kitchen should have stayed at the Harborside 1901. They are not skilled or equipped to handle this type of restaurant. Don’t bother to spend your money at this restaurant- so very disappointing.

My husband and I went here for our anniversary and were not disappointed. I was surprised my husband suggested this place where he doesn’t like seafood but there was plenty on the menu for him to choose. I started with a blueberry salad and got the haddock with little neck clams for my main meal. The sauce was to die for! I would put that on everything. Hubby got the chicken and pasta in vodka sauce and cleaned his plate. The atmosphere was very romantic and they seated us near a window so we could look out at the harbor. My only complaint is I didn’t save enough room for dessert, the skillet cookie sounded amazing.

Beautiful island and views! We kayaked to the lighthouse through a kayak rental location in Boothbay Harbor. It took about 45 minutes to get out there and the same on the way back. We got there to see the grounds open to the public. However, the keepers buildings are ONLY open on Saturdays and Sundays for two hours each day. It would’ve been nice to know beforehand since the website didn’t disclose that info. Either way, we did enjoy our time on the island.

We took a long driving tour of the New England coastal area all the way to Maine. We made many overnight stops including Camden where we took a cruise on the Appledore. This was a great cruise with beautiful views including Burnt Island Light. Highly recommended.

I am sorry to say not much access to the lighthouse. Appears to be private land. Your best view would be on a boat tour. These pictures show the area you have access. The views are amazing to a Floridian.

***NOTICE*** Burnt Island Lighthouse is visible by BOAT ONLY. It is not visible on land. Not visible via Southport Island. Please do not drive down the private single lane roads on Southport to try to see it, because you will not, and will get your car in a pickle. Take the Novelty Boat harbor cruise to see the island, a wonderful one hour trip.

You definitely can’t see the Burnt Island Light from Capitol Island. Maps is inaccurate in giving directions. Best seen from Spruce Point as the lighthouse is on the far side of the island! Access is via boat or kayak. Photo is from boat

I loved this trip. It's gorgeous and the history of the island is incredible. I highly recommend for families to take the trip.

I highly recommend this experience for everyone, including families. It’s scenic, adventurous and altogether unique. And while you’re there, the lighthouse keepers will tour you around the lighthouse and tell you stories from their years caring for the island.

BRAF is a wonderful gallery with very welcoming people. So many treasures to be found there. Highly recommend a visit!

Amazing local supporter of the arts. I never miss a chance to stop in and see their shows. Always happy I did!

Very friendly staff and a good selection of art. The art in a square program is also excellent, it's a good way to get affordable art while supporting a good cause.

Very helpful owner! Lots of amazing art of all types. Definitely coming back.

Fine art from all over New England. Many shows including juried shows during the year.

An exceptional selection of photos from Maine photographers. "The Maine Photography Show".

If you like art this is the place to see the wide variety of talent in the midcoast area

Quick hike through a small preserve. 4 stars because of the nearby traffic noise. There are many quieter hiking trails in Maine.

Nice little area for a short hike. Very easy, 1 main trail down the middle, 2 trails flanking either side, both well marked. If you are in the area and looking for a short hike you might like this. Grab a snack at the grocery store.

A wonderful walk for us when we were staying at the Flagship Inn. Some woodland, a lovely creek and pastures with old homestead apple trees. Also lots of wild raspberries on the Northwest part of the trail that leads to the rd.

Love this BRLT (Boothbay Region Land and Trust) trail. It sits right behind the Hannaford supermarket right on route 27. Short and sweet- beautiful trail- marked well with color coded trail markers on the trees. About 1 mile long, but... can be longer by crossing over to other color coded routes. Dog friendly, dry, some tree roots-. I combined my trail walk with my grocery shopping!! 2 for the price of 1!! June Bug (my dog) and I enjoyed ourselves.

Easy access trail, made for everyone! Timber trying new harness and leash with more control, skittish at first but then gets into it.

Nice trails, peaceful river runs through with ducks.

Great spot for trail run or walk, especially with dog. Can't believe people here, leave filled dog poop bags on the trail! They even provide a garbage at trail start. Irresponsible.

Reasonably priced lobster roll right in downtown so ease of access. Fresh, made right there and fast. Seating available in the little park right next to it!

Great food and friendly people! Crab grilled cheese was great! I wish the cheese was melted more. But overall, still delicious!

We brought some out-of-town guests to Shannon's Express for lobster rolls this week. The lobster was excellent - meat fresh and delicious, rolls nicely grilled, and warm, drawn butter on the side. The reason for the 4 star review is related to pricing. A huge outdoor sign and chalkboard advertised a $22 lobster roll. When we paid, staff pointed out an interior sign where the price was overwritten to $24. Although we felt this price was still fair and probably a management oversight, it still made us feel like they were more concerned with their profits than treating customers with respect.

This review has nothing to do with their food - because we weren't able to get any since they closed early. Stated hours said closing at 4pm, and I even called earlier in the day to verify. But when we arrived at 3:19 (after a long drive to get there) the employee told me they were closed...and apparently had been closed for a while, since she was walking out the door and locking up at that point. We were going there based on great reviews. I wish I could base this review on food and service; but that's impossible. But I didn't feel I could not address this closing early issue.

This is a small corner shop with a simple menu. I bought a lobster roll for $24. If was a fair price and had a good amount of straight fresh lobster, not frozen, on a warm buttered roll with a side of hot butter. Frankly this was better than the worthless $35 dollar one I bought from McSeagals 1/2 a block away that was full of shells, same portions, and a long wait behind tourists. I would definitely come back here and avoid the hassle of dealing with the other options in the area if you want a sinple grab and go experience. It was a nice warm fall day and there are benches right outside by the public docks you can sit at. Thank you!

Super friendly, definitely get the blueberry coleslaw! Amazing haddock sandwich! Loved this place

This location does 1 thing, and it does it very well. The lobster roll was tasty, perfect proportions and beautiful. Just as important to note was the wonderful service. Owner Shannon and her mom were behind the counter and were the sweetest people, so welcoming. In fact my own mom was with me and was not planning to get anything, but Shannon overheard her talking about having different preferences and enthusiastically said they could totally do that, even offering extra butter and some other ideas to zhuzh it up. This place was such a wonderful, tasty, and quick find!

Amazing selection of interesting items and freshly baked goods--something sweet, bread, a hand pie for lunch... Always helpful staff. Perfect place to grab a food-based or hostess gift. Can level up your cooking with the large selection of flavored olive oils, too.

My husband and I happened upon this truly extraordinary shop a few years ago while visiting Boothbay Harbor. I cannot begin to say how amazing this shop is. Their selection of delicious and unique products is unsurpassed. I could easily spend a day just sampling their incredible oils and vinegars, which make excellent gifts BTW. This trip I bought a case of different vinegars for myself and family. We also treated ourselves to the most delicious scones. I am already looking forward to our next visit. They have beautiful cookware and bake ware. They have a very nice selection of wines, cheeses and tea towels. There is so much high praise for all of their incredible and unique products that it is very difficult to find anything that could match or surpass them...but I have not yet mentioned the wonderfully welcoming and warmly friendly staff. You walk in and are greeted with sincer smiles and a level of customer service which is unmatched. If you visit Boothbay Harbor, and I believe everyone should, do not miss this extraordinary shop. I cannot recommend it highly enough!

Eventide Specialties is absolutely superb! Kim is a creative genius who puts love, attention and expertise into everything she makes or sells! Want a high-end bottle of wine? Eventide! Want homemade chocolates? Eventide! Want a special gift for the cook in your life? Eventide! The list goes on and on! I could write a dissertation on her shop. She has everything from beautiful charcuterie boards ingredients and rated Italian pasta sauces and pastas to olive oils and vingegars. But don't forget the cheese case!! I dreeeeam about the cheese case :) The most unique cheeses from all over the world that you cannot find but at her place. You arrive as a stranger, leave as a friend and a bonus... a freshly baked baguette, fig jam, soppressata and brillat-savarin cheese!! I send all of my friends, family and guests to her and they always return again and again. Trust me - go to Eventide, you will not be disappointed. :)

Such a cute specialty store for olive oils, balsamic vinegars, cheese, bread and wine. They also have sweets and make sandwiches and soups to go. The owner and staff were super friendly and very helpful.

Wonderful olive and balsamic oils and you can ship the bottles as well which is very nice. Great selection of market cheeses as well.

One of our yearly must stop places for the variety of Olive Oils and Balsamic Vinegars along with a ton of other items, including very good baked items. Put this local gem on your BBH bucket list.

What a fine establishment. Fantastic selection & service. A tip of the cap to Armen who helped me. He was kind & knowledgeable. He’s an asset to the company.

An awesome experience! Did not feel like a tourist trap excursion where the captain is preaching over a microphone. Sarah and Bryan were incredibly friendly and personable. They genuinely seemed to love what they do and were a blast to be around.

Very relaxing , peaceful sail out through the harbor. Beautiful day. Everyone enjoyed their time on the schooner. Wasnt over crowded. Plenty of room to stretch out. Great crew. Great time. A must "sea"and do. ❤️😃⛵️

Great sailing midday on a Thursday. Great crew, all sails flying and beautiful views of the bay. Will do this again!

This boat trip was amazing. The captain, Gus, was incredibly skilled and very welcoming for just having stepped off a plane just two hours prior. He had a great sense of humor and made the trip a lot of fun. It was a gentle cruise, nice winds, beautiful views. 10 out of 10, we will be back.

During our road trip from Boston to Arcadia National Park we made a break at Boothbay and spontaneous decided to go on a sailing trip with Lazy Jack - one of the best decisions on our tour! The time during the sailing (2hr trip) went by so quickly. Passengers are even allowed to help to raise the rails. We thoroughly enjoyed the fresh breeze and views of the coastline. For us travelling is not only about landscapes and sights; it's about the people you meet on the way. Jessi and Capt. Inky are just wonderful, open-minded people, who made this short sailing trip a memorable one. Many thanks :)

We spent a lovely late afternoon on the Lazy Jack. Captain Inky and 1st mate John did a fantastic job sailing this beautiful sailboat and we felt safe in their capable hands. Inky has a good sense of humor and is a good story teller on this laid back good vibe tour. It did not feel touristy and was a great way to take in the scenes of beautiful mid coast Maine. You can byob and snacks.

What a fantastic way to relax and tour the Boothbay area. Family and friends took this great cruise with Captain Bob and First Mate Michael (Captain Joe and his beloved dog Dexter minded the ticket booth). While my friends in VT were cooking in the heat I was out sailing in Maine with a real nice breeze (Take a light jacket along). We got to see many historic light houses and great island scenery. With the amount of Lobster boats and other cruise boats all rushing around - none of them seemed as comfortable as we were. We learned quite a bit of history and even were blessed with an appearance from a Harbor Seal. Myself and everyone aboard plan on doing this again on our next visit- Highly Recommended ! Don't hesitate to relax for two hours - it's what life is all about.

Great library with excellent librarians. They plan community activities for all ages, but my kids in particular like the events and summer reading. Librarians go to a lot of trouble to encourage a love of reading. All the volunteers and librarians are friendly. I love that I can check out a park pass, museum pass, or garden pass with my library card too. This is a huge savings! I see that you can also rent things like a telescope, but I haven’t done that just yet. They’ve got a regular chess night on Wednesdays and there are some very good players as well as beginners. The library is part of what makes this a great small town.

They made my internet chore easy .Very,VERY friendly people there to help ,serve the public.

One of the last and best places for community resources and services. I’m am so grateful for the Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library ♥️

A small but wonderful library with free Wi-Fi, internet terminals, a great children's area, an excellent book selection, and comfortable seating.

Very friendly and engaged professional service. Light, bright and relaxing atmosphere. Interlibrary service is outstanding

They have every book you can think of!

Great community library by the looks of it with plenty of cozy seating and super good Wifi. They have desks upstairs with outlets for some focussed work as well as computers and printers for public access.

Such a cute little shop with great local goods! I love the town pride sweaters and the little part with the high school merchandise. Everything here is high quality and from local artisans. Kathy is always very kind when we go in. Would highly recommend! I wear my town pride sweater as much as I can!

We have visited Sweet Bay several times and bought gifts both for others and ourselves. The handwork and designs are extraordinary, and the staff has always been especially helpful. This is our second annual jaunt to Boothbay Harbor, and Sweet Bay is definitely on our list of reasons that we will be return next year!

Bright, clean, fresh, and coastal. They carry some unique gifts you won’t find elsewhere and some common gifts that you would find at a larger gift store, such as the Paper Store. Wonderful and friendly service.

If you want a special item for you, your home or a gift please shop here…such a charming shop. The owners are wonderful and so kind.

Unbelievable customer service! I was a phone customer looking to buy my sister who is vacationing in Boothbay Harbor a gift that she could pick up at the store. My other sister and I thought it would be fun for her to go to the store and be handed our gift as we live in Florida and Idaho. Faye was so kind she went out of her way giving me suggestions and sending me pictures of items that I could choose from. Eileen too was so helpful and she wrapped the gift for my sister to pick up! I will be in Boothbay Harbor next August for my nephew’s wedding and I look forward to visiting and shopping at Sweet Bay Shop! Thank you Faye and Eileen!

We did not have a good experience here. The lady behind the register did not even acknowledge us being there. If you don’t want customers then you should just have a big sign saying ‘please, no customers’.

I HATE shopping, but I LOVE this store! There were so many unique things and reasonably priced (25% off everything for Black Friday). The owner was helpful and not intrusive while browsing. It made a chore I pushed off until the last day of vacation a pleasure❤️

We joined a group tour to the lighthouse on Burnt Island. Great gear and great guides. The trip was about 4 hours start to finish and included harbor paddling and open water paddling. This is a great trip for novice and intermediate paddlers.

My parents and I loved going on the Lighthouse Tour to Burnt Island with Al! Al knew so much about the area, from history of the nearby fort to osprey hunting patterns to edible flora, and it was so fun to hear his thoughts on every area we passed through. He also was very knowledgeable and helpful about the actual kayaking process — my dad had a broken toe that limited his mobility getting in and out of the kayaks, so it was especially nice to feel like we were in competent hands. One of the best guided tours I've ever been on; we'll definitely be back for a different one next time we're in the area!

We loved using Maine Kayak! It was so easy and simple. We rented and went out on our own. Sean was amazing! Super friendly and helpful. Gave us a map and told us the best places to go. Got us on the water quickly and safely. We will 100% go back!!

Phenomenal Labor Day weekend tour to Burnt Island Lighthouse! Al did a great job navigating, identifying wildlife sightings and describing some of the history of the area. Great for both novices and advanced kayakers. Highly recommended!

While I was surprised to see that Maine Kayak replaced Tidal Transit, I am happy that a similar business is in its place. I have been going to Tidal Transit since 2012 and I don’t know what I would do if this wasn’t here! I recently took my dog for a tandem kayak ride. We had a great time. I went back again with my sister and brother-in-law to buy some shirts. We talked to Nick for a bit who worked at Tidal Transit as well. The pricing, time frame minimums, and equipment are somewhat different but we will see what evolves. I wish I would have had time to get a paddle in the harbor is as well. Hopefully some day this season!

Great tour round Boothbay Harbor, they’ll work with your ability to keep it fun and interesting. You may get to watch some eagles flying, see herons and watch the schooners sail past, it really was a great afternoon.

Nicolas was an absolute vibe and made our experience great

A great, affordable railway heritage museum in Boothbay. Train rides on the narrow gauge, coal-fired steam locomotive hauled train run every hour around the short loop. They do two complete laps (roughly 15-20min ride) each hour and you can hop off at the Thorndike station and check out the really cool model train layout! (huge hit for the kids). The antique auto museum was also very cool and worth the visit in its self. The staff is super friendly and always willing to answer any questions. Highly recommended for anyone (young and old alike) looking for a great time and a nice relaxing train ride.

It's a small village where you could spend a couple of hours leisurely. Vintage cars display and miniature railway room are the highlights here for me. I am glad I went there with family and we enjoyed the place. A good pit stop for people travelling to or back from Acadia.

Fun place to stop and learn some history! Amazing collection of antique/classic cars! Staff was very nice and very knowledgeable. Really enjoyed our visit!

A super fun morning at the museum. We rode the steam train around the perimeter and visited each of the exhibits. The weather was beautiful, which made the experience even better. There's lots of space and sometime for kids of all ages. The general store has snacks and drinks. 🚂

Loved everything, my 2 year old was in heaven. The train was fun and all the little museums where really interesting too. Highly recommend for any kiddos that like cars and trains.

Had a kids birthday party, was the perfect setting for any train enthusiast. Very clean facility and well cared for by staff.

Amazing historic collection for many things not including trains. Best part was definitely the antique auto part where there were an unbelievable amount of antique autos.

What a hidden gem! So peaceful and so many birds. Easy trails by the water. Saw bluebirds, cedar waxwings, and lots of tree swallows. Would love to visit again.

Amazing place to walk. Trails are ADA accessible, scenery beautiful and wonderful benches to sit on and relax. The swing in the playground is for all kids, big and small.

This is a breathtaking property with an easy trail. Highly recommended

Wonderful for all ages! From the beautiful natural playground to the forest trail and welcome center it’s a perfect place to explore.

As an avid Maine hiker I can’t say enough about these beautiful coastal trails! The Boothbay Region Land Trust (BRLT) maintains about 20 of these preserves located in Boothbay, Southport, Boothbay Harbor, Edgecomb, and includes preserves on three small islands. These trails are well marked, easy to follow, and provide free public parking. Very few of these trails provide restrooms. Trail navigation by foot ranges from easy to moderate. I love the blue green colors of the ocean water in this region; viewed from many of these trails. Scenery throughout these trails offer a wide variety of landscape including evergreen and deciduous forests, fields of wildflowers, marshes, beaches, rocky hills and cliffs, gorges, historical structures, etc. BRLT trails are teeming with wildlife including deer, waterfowl, seals. Overnight camping is not permitted. Tons of fishing opportunities accessible from many trails. Most of the footbridges and boardwalks are in excellent condition. Trailhead kiosks offer maps. Trail views of the Sheepscot, Ovens Mouth, and Damariscotta Rivers are gorgeous.

Loved it. Nice birds. Quick easy path .6 mile

One of the cool things about Oak Point Farm is that when the pond freezes over in the early winter, its a great place to go skating. And there are several other things about the Oak Point Farm preserve that deserve attention. The walking paths are mild and easy. This being an old farm, at lot of attention is being paid to the areas horticulture, and finally they have some a facility here suitable for education.

Abacus is such a charming spot! It has unique art, jewelry, and beautifully crafted pieces. I found some wonderful gifts there that felt truly special, including serving bowls that look like rowboats! Highly recommend.

When u visit Boothbay Harbor in Maine, this little shop is an absolute MUST VISIT. I'm not exaggerating when I say that this is probably one of the best shops, if not the best, in all of Boothbay! This place is so unique and so cool! Even if you don't buy anything, you could easily spend an hour in the store appreciating all of the handmade artwork. The talent on display here is off the chart incredible!

Nice jewelry and other crafts to look at. Prices were decent for the different pieces.

Have numerous pieces from there for there uniqueness quality and outstanding service keep me coming back at least once per summer

Beautiful pieces throughout the store. Friendly and welcoming

Great variety of jewelry, and handi crafts.

A wonderful world of the artistic unexpected!

We booked a 3 night stay and play package in January of '25 for June of '25. When we arrived we were treated like we were members for years! Every staff member we encountered at BHCC was excellent! Course was in excellent shape, and not a flat lie on any green. A real test for the first time playing the course. Our accomodations were superb as well! Nothing lacking in any way! We are now planning a return visit.

So fine. Was a guest of family here. Played 5 days (in a row). The course is gorgeous, conditions perfect. Staff is all pro- friendly, helpful, good manners (eye contact, handshake). Very classy all around. Walked the course carrying my bag. It’s a great walk, a couple of humps (to 11 and 13 tees) but very comfortable. Chilled water bottles at the restroom/lightning shelters every 4 or 5 holes.

First class experience from the moment you drive in the gate. The amenities are second to none. Then you hit the course, only two words are immaculate and challenging! Hands down worth the trip and the best golf experience in Maine.

Best golf course in Maine. Staff is amazing. Course conditions are normally perfect. If you rate this lower than 5 star for a Maine country club then you haven’t been golfing all over Maine. By far the best!

Boothbay Country Club is on another level. The course is beautiful — super well-maintained with amazing views on every hole. Staff was professional and welcoming, and the whole place just has a classy, relaxed vibe. The clubhouse and restaurant were also top notch. One of the best golf experiences I’ve had in Maine. Can’t wait to come back.

Probably one of the most beautiful country clubs in the entire Northeast. The flowers, greens, the fairways are on Absolutely beautiful. The service is actually impeccable, and the food is always delicious. The staff are always accommodating. They hosted my daughter‘s rehearsal dinner last year at the Coastal Prime restaurant location (which is under the same ownership as the country club) , and it was absolutely amazing. We rented out the entire bar, deck and restaurant area, and it could’ve been any classier! I highly highly recommend this country club , if you’re thinking of joining or just thinking of coming “staying and playing” !! It’s ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 STAR

I have played dozens of courses all across Maine, and Boothbay is hands down the best golfing experience in the state. The course is beautiful, the conditions are immaculate, and the club house is second to none. The course is pricey, however if you have the chance to play here it is worth every penny.

I’ve been to many mini golf courses and this one was very fun. A little older of a course but has way better obstacles than newer fancier courses. 100% would come back and play again.

I loved visiting this mini golf course when we used to visit Maine for summer vacation. I miss the Boothbay and Southport regions very much. I'm not able to travel now. So very sorry to hear about Lee's passing 🙏

This is our favorite mini golf course in Maine. It’s shaded and has a fun theme. We love the shell bridge and ice cream located on the property.

Nice little putt putt, actually with some shade on a hot day, with a nice ice cream stand right next door.

Fun, simple, and inexpensive, but still challenging. Plus second game is half price if you demand an immediate rematch with your no-good-cheatin'-varmint family and friends, lol. Plus ice cream and other goodies on the premises.

This is a cute golf course - 3 stars because they shouldn't advertise open on weekdays if when you get there sign says "by chance"! So guessing whenever they feel like it??

An absolute blast to go to with friends or family. Owners very nice as well

Made my first-ever visit to the Ed Brown Wharfside Gallery in Boothbay Harbor, Maine, today and I can't say how very awesome his work is. I purchased a print of a lighthouse that he had painted and it caught my eye immediately from the street. Being that I wanted to capture not only a New England lighthouse, but also the landscape of Boothbay and the surrounding area, it was the perfect print. Not only is it a beautiful piece, but his wife was truly awesome to talk too. Great place. Definitely a great spot to visit.

We've purchased beautiful, custom art from Ed Brown and his wife the past few years we've visited Boothbay Harbor and consider it a highlight of each trip. Ed is so thoughtful and generous! We look forward to going back next time we're in the area.

Ed's art is beautiful and I'm so excited to take some home with me! The prints are perfect and come matted. Ed was extremely friendly and we felt so welcomed in the store. If I ever find my way back to Boothbay Harbor, I will be stopping in again.

My boyfriend and I loved stopping into to Ed’s gallery this weekend! We NEVER buy art but wound up walking out with 4 prints and debating who gets to take them home first since we don’t live together 😂 his artwork is simply breathtaking. Ed was so friendly and we really appreciated talking with him. The next morning we were still talking about the art. Oh and he gave us great suggestions on where to check out in the area that we were able to visit which were also breathtaking!! Thank you Ed!

Every time we come to Boothbay Harbor we visit Ed Brown's Wharfside Gallery to pick up a print or two. There's so many beautiful choices, and you can frame them easily at home with standard sized frames. Ed is great to work with, and he even doodled on the mat which made the gift even more special. Be sure to check him out next time you're in town.

We went to Ed’s after seeing some of the watercolors she had around her house. My wife and I went there and bought a few for ourselves. They are amazing! We found one that is a boat with the name of my wife’s skincare company “Sandpiper” (sandpiper.biz) It was perfect to hang in her office. Ed was great to chat with which made it fun to shop there with him and his wife. Highly recommend going in!

Ed’s shop was a delight! His images are simply perfect! I stopped in because I love nautical art and almost every piece that was for sale was just that! If you are looking for that special piece to add to your collection, make sure you stop in! Especially if you are a baseball fan! I look forward to stopping in on my next trip to Boothbay! John Skinner

Beautiful trail. Lots of mosquitoes as you get further back

Gorgeous place for a hike next to a cute town.

Such a beautiful preserve with changing scenery. Wetland, woodland trail and old apple orchard plus lots of interesting history. You can just do the perimeter of the pond or make it a big hike and connect with Appalachee preserve.

This preserve has woods,wetlands including a large lake and fields with birds and wildflowers. The southern tip has a dam where ice was harvested in the 1800s. You can make the hike longer by using the Indian Trail to access Appalachee Preserve - all really beautiful.

Very nice for a small area. Mix of smooth, open trails (old road, meadow) and typically rocky, rooty tight maine woods trails (ridge, indian, apalachee). Dog friendly. Big plus to have off road option that's local.

Nice short hike but a lot of other nature preserves in the area have more scenic views

Was just OK - there are a lot more scenic and better hikes in the area, not really worth it

Unless you like the work of the couple, which is good, not great, it doesn't have a variety of artists.

The art I bought was amazing, but the owners were even better! Not only did I leave with pieces that I loved - they have a framing shop where I got a lot of other work framed and now it is all finally up on my walls. Will return (again and again!).

I love this painting I got. Wonderful friendly owners 😊

Wonderful art and two wonderful people. Wide range of very special artwork.

Lots of paintings with many different painters. Great location. Prices are good

Beautiful art by local artists.

Great work, very friendly!

This is by far the best gallery in Maine!! The owners are wonderful people and very welcoming. They have beautiful artwork and many unique gifts. My wife and I have purchased several items here and love visiting this shop whenever we are in Boothbay Harbor. Stop in and look around even if you don’t leave with a new piece of art they have plenty of amazing items at all price points such as tableware, candles, and many other unique items.

The Black River Gallery is one of the cutest shops in Boothbay Harbor. The moment we stepped in, we were greeted by one of the owners and she took the time to explain who the artists were that painted the artwork in the shop. They had so many unique gifts to choose from. I purchased a beautiful octopus travel cup and the owner wrapped it up so pretty as if I were giving it as a gift. We will definitely visit again!

Great little gallery, beautiful items and artwork. The aesthetics are wonderful and comforting as you enter to meet two fabulous owners. Don't walk on by, make sure you stop by to get a piece of Maine! I got a large lobster blanket that has been perfect for winter. Make this gallery a stop on your trip to the harbor.

My husband and I have been frequenting the Boothbay area for over 10 years. The Black River Gallery is by far our favorite art gallery. The gallery itself is very warm and inviting as are the owners. They have more than just art pieces in there, as well--they carry unique coastal tableware (napkin rings, plates/sets), candles, lotions, cozy quality blankets, etc. We have bought several items from the wonderful ladies at Black River Gallery over the years and will continue to. We highly recommend this shop--it is well worth the visit!

Black River Gallery is one of the nicest, quaintest galleries I have ever been in! The ladies who own it are quite lovely and always happy to help pick the perfect gift when I'm in need! I have been lucky enough to get one of Catherine's beautiful pieces of art for Valentine's Day this year! I have bought several bracelets and also the most amazing lamp with a lobster shade on it! If you are lucky enough to get to Boothbay Harbor, this place is a must!

Beautiful art gallery, with gorgeous unique pieces. The owners are always there and are so welcoming and kind to everyone rather they are buying or not. It's truly a lovely experience and a must go to if you are in Boothbay Harbor!

Fantastic gallery in Boothbay Harbor! The owners are very knowledgable about the various artists they carry and are both accomplished photographers. I have purchase several pieces of artwork from them and always stop in when I am town and take my out of town friends when they visit.

Beautiful church by the sea. I can see why JFK liked it so much. Plenty of parking. Atlantic Ave is a bit narrow, but such a beautiful road. The church is a real gem of Boothbay.

Beautiful wood church with high trusses and beams. Great acoustics and lovely view on a hill over looking the harbor. The congregation was sooo welcoming.

Gorgeous old fashion look to the church

Beautiful church! The guide told of the history very well.

We loved the small town feel and the ladies greeting us were so welcoming.Missed Father Tom however.He was our Priest in Wells at St.Mary's.

The architect of the church is remarkable it's worth just going in and seeing it they didn't have tools like they have today and it's absolutely gorgeous worth seeing

Beautiful church and beautiful service. Thank you. Was traveling and was glad the church was there.

Nice big playground perfect for small children. Huge field/baseball diamond to run and burn all that extra energy! Pavilion is perfect for picnics and there is a restroom!

A totally different playground! Brand new! Beautiful, fun and safe!

Very, very nice fields. I'm from LA and these fields are better than anything I've seen in parks out there.

This playground is brand new and fantastic!

Such a lovely playground ❤️

Can't remember.... If. My mammories serve krect

Best spot around for the little kiddos, My kids are 5 and 2 and had a ball . Good bench seating and picnic areas

I wish I could give a million stars! Communication is amazing. We get updates throughout the day (pictures, meals, diaper changes, potty successes and failures, incidents, naps....etc). We love that the kids go on outings all the time. The library, Boothbay Botanical Gardens, playgrounds, museums. Not only does the curriculum teach colors, letters, shapes, counting, but also sharing, kindness, listening, hygiene. As a parent, not only is my child thriving, but I feel like Little Critters has been an amazing resource for me to be a better parent. Making the transition from diapers to potty training so smooth. Providing tips and guidance on issues we struggle with a home. Thrilled that in a small community to have my child in such a robust daycare.

I can’t say enough how much I love this daycare. My daughter has been here since Crystal opened her doors. Crystal and her team are dedicated to the safety and learning of each child. Each day (based on the kids age group) the kids go over colors and letters and sings positive songs. My daughter will be two in a couple weeks and she knows her colors, shapes, letters, numbers and is currently working on English, Spanish and sign language. Thank you little critters for being such a positive addition to our daughters life.

The Brightwheel app Little Critters uses is great. When I'm missing my little man a quick video or picture posted by their staff always puts a smile on my face. I also love the daily field trips and experiences they offer my son, such as the nature preserves, library, botanical gardens and the variety local playgrounds. Thank you Crystal King

I trust them with my child. He has learned so much since he started going. His social skills have grown exponentially. He loves going to "school" everyday and absolutely adores the staff. Their dedication to getting the children outside and learning in nature can not be applauded enough. In a time where good child care is so hard to find, they are a true shining example of what other care centers should strive to be. They are an asset to our comminity and if you need child care services, look no further than Little Critters.

Little Critters Daycare is new on the scene but they are off to a great start. Wonderfully transparent, superb communication, and great energy among the staff. I’m so impressed with how organized they are and the environment and experiences they provide to the little ones.

MOST of the folks there seemed nice... but some of the staff try too hard to rigidly orchestrate "fun" and they miss the mark....just let kids have fun!!!

I wouldn’t trust my kids here after driving by the mini mall their attempt at a “playground” shouldn’t be legal if it even is. Horrible location

Lovely place with an amazing atmosphere and great paintings exhibition!! :)

Well lite gallery with a wonderful display of the local artist on display!

Great exhibition of local artists

Beautiful place and stores. Hard to find parking and very difficult to get around if you are handicapped. Very steep and unlevel with alot of curbs