Kennebunkport Travel Guide

  View of the harbor at Kennebunk river
by BruceDunning
 
  • View of the harbor at Kennebunk river
      View of the harbor at Kennebunk river
    by BruceDunning
  • Cape Porpoise Fishing Boats
      Cape Porpoise Fishing Boats
    by LoriPori
  • fresh lemonade?
      fresh lemonade?
    by PALLINA
  • Standard Room
      Standard Room
    by PALLINA
  • garden view
      garden view
    by PALLINA
 

Flights to Kennebunkport

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 The epitome of coastal Maine. Charming, classy and friendly 


Con

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 crowds in summer lack of parking 


In a nutshell

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 A Fun Place to Visit Even for a Day 

 

Explore Kennebunkport

Things to Do  

Antique Trolley Rides

Antique Trolley Rides, Kennebunkport

 tiger41 Says:  I come to Kennebunkport every season to take a ride on a trolley car at Seashore Trolley Museum, I like to cool off on an open air trolley and listen to the conductor tell the story of how the trolley industry helped grow america's industrial cities. 

Eat Lobster

Eat Lobster, Kennebunkport

 machomikemd Says:  Maine Lobsters are known all over the World and since you are in Maine, why not try the world famous local lobster whether steamed, broiled, shucked, Lobster Bisque, Lobster Roll, Lobster Baked and other variations of the lobster here are available and are way cheaper to buy... 

Walker Point

Walker Point, Kennebunkport

 machomikemd Says:  the area that made Kennebunkport Famous is the Walker Point, located on a sharp tip along the ocean coast of Kennebunkport, the Summer Home of former President George HW Bush, the father of Dubya George W. Bush. A Little dot of Red s on a Sea of Blue State of Maine. You Can... 

Gawk at some mansions along Ocean Road

Gawk at some mansions along Ocean Road, Kennebunkport

 Dabs Says:  We were a little pressed for time so we didn't stop in any of the cute little towns that comprise the Kennebunks but we did have a lovely drive starting from the Maine Diner in Wells and going north along Main Street, through the cute town of Kennebunkport and eventually... 

Colonial Homes

Colonial Homes, Kennebunkport

 BruceDunning Says:  The ride through Kennebunk, in my opinion is much nicer than when you get to destination point of Kennebunkport. It is the first town before you get to the point by the other water and inlet. They have elegant old style homes of the 1800's and the town is relatively quiet.... 

Hotels  

Kennebunkport Inn

 3 Reviews and 274 Opinions  My husband and I stayed at the Inn's Wharfside Room July 14-18. The room was immaculate and modern... 

Nonantum Resort

 1 Review and 389 Opinions  It is a very lovely accomodation, on a river, with a beautiful garden. Perfect for wedding party.... 

Restaurants  

Cape Pier Chowder House: Great Fried Seafood Right on the Water

Cape Pier Chowder House: Great Fried Seafood Right on the Water, Kennebunkport

 BigBlueOne Says:  We found this place on the second to last day of our trip to Kennebunkport and liked it so much that we came back on the last day too! This was one of the few places that you could sit on the water and enjoy reasonably priced food. Ambience consisted of picnic tables on a... 

Allison's: Best Bar Atmosphere in Kennebunkport

Allison's: Best Bar Atmosphere in Kennebunkport, Kennebunkport

 BigBlueOne Says:  This place was packed with people which isn't suprising except for the fact that we were in town before the actual tourist season started. Good atmosphere right on the main strip in Kennebunkport by the docks. They are known for their lobster rolls, which are very good. But... 

Federal Jack: Good food and great live music

Federal Jack: Good food and great live music, Kennebunkport

 PALLINA Says:  Very good and pricey food and very good live music. We stayed inside (too cold to dine outside) but also the terrace is really cute if it is warm enough. There I have realized it is forbidden to sleep in bars in Maine (it was my 2° day in the US and the jet lag was still a... 

The Clam Shack: actually is in Kennebunk

The Clam Shack: actually is in Kennebunk, Kennebunkport

 machomikemd Says:  the famous Clam Shack of Kennebunkport is actually located at the border in between Kennebunk and Kennebunport just before crossing the bridge (see my pictures) hance it has two addresses in the internet, one in kennebunk and one in kennebunkport. This hole in the wall shack... 

THE CLAM SHACK: LOCAL SEAFOOD STAND

THE CLAM SHACK: LOCAL SEAFOOD STAND, Kennebunkport

 LoriPori Says:  Located at the South end of the Bridge is a little stand called THE CLAM SHACK. It was bustling with activity and customers when we were there. They offer Lobster Tails, fried clams, Lobster Rolls, Chowder and Fish & Chips all at reasonable prices. 

Transportation  

just a couple of tips for you

just a couple of tips for you, Kennebunkport

 Rich62 Says:  Here are a couple of thoughts about Kennebunkport transportation.#1 You can take a carriage ride (for a price, of course) for some low-stress transportation around town.#2 Get to Kennebunkport as early in the day as possible, because later on, all the parking places will... 

Shopping  

Emporium: Buying Kennebunkport Souvenirs

Emporium: Buying Kennebunkport Souvenirs, Kennebunkport

 machomikemd Says:  one of the many gift shops and souvenir shops along dock square area of Kennebunkport and they sell assorted collectibles from all around maine and other areas and the good can be varied as post cards, t-shirts, sweat shirts, Regrigerator Magnets, Shot Glasses, Key Chains,... 

The Clam Shack Sea Food Market: Sea Food Market of the famous Clam Shack

The Clam Shack Sea Food Market: Sea Food Market of the famous Clam Shack, Kennebunkport

 machomikemd Says:  a complementary companion of the smaller Clam Shack and is just beside the shack and is a housed in a bigger location and you can even eat what you order at the clam shack here inside since they have also tables and chairs in the sea food market and what you can find inside... 

Aroma Floria: Quality Quilts available for cool evenings...

Aroma Floria: Quality Quilts available for cool evenings..., Kennebunkport

 850prc Says:  The Aroma Floria shop had an extensive inventory of locally crafted items of interest and use for sale.Among the things that caught my eye were the lovely quilts. There was a multitude of colors and patterns available, and they seemed to be of a very nice quality. Are these... 

Carrots and Company giftshop, Kennebunkport: An eclectic collection of "stuff"

Carrots and Company giftshop, Kennebunkport: An eclectic collection of "stuff", Kennebunkport

 850prc Says:  This is another of the many gift shops in the village of Kennebunkport. They all have a lot of the same types of items, but each also has its own unique attitude about things.Carrots and Company seems to be all about laughs and fun. They're into humor, magic and quirky... 

Warnings and Dangers  

Watch Where you park

Watch Where you park, Kennebunkport

 BruceDunning Says:  Everywhere Says the same-STAY OUT. The town of Kennebunkport has no accomodation for parking to speak of. Some is down by the harbor, and others farther out. The bad situation is they are full all the time. Trying to park of a side street, or in some ones lot, or along the... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Famous Trolley Museum, but Worth Visit?

Famous Trolley Museum, but Worth Visit?, Kennebunkport

 glabah Says:  It has been quite a long time since I visited Kennebunkport or its trolley museum. Therefore, what I have to say should be taken into consideration only after visiting what others have to say.Pchamlis says that the trolley museum is "Way off the Track" at $7.50 per person in... 

CAPE PORPOISE

CAPE PORPOISE, Kennebunkport

 LoriPori Says:  Two miles east of Kennebunkport's Dock Square is the fishing village of CAPE PORPOISE. At Cape Porpoise Pier, off Route 9, you can watch lobstermen unloading their catch and view Goat Island Lighthouse. It was wonderful to experience the tranquility and beauty of this quiet... 

Favorites  

GOAT ISLAND LIGHT

GOAT ISLAND LIGHT, Kennebunkport

 LoriPori Says:  Kennebunkport, MaineCape Porpoise Village is built around the shores of its harbor, which a cluster of large and small islands protect. On one of them stands the baby lighthouse of the coast GOAT ISLAND LIGHT. Cape Porpoise, near the mouth of the Kennebunk River, was named... 

KENNEBUNKPORT

KENNEBUNKPORT, Kennebunkport

 LoriPori Says:  During the last century KENNEBUNKPORT has become a popular resort area and even more so in recent years as many sightseers come to view the summer home of former U.S. President George H. W. Bush, also visited by his son President George W. Bush and his family. The town... 

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