Trying to decide where to go for your next vacation trip to Maine, then give Ogunquit Maine a try. Known to the Abenaki Indians as the “beautiful place by the sea,” Ogunquit is a beautiful seaside village in Maine featuring a world-class beach and famous Maine coastline that attracts vacationers from around the world. The Ogunquit River separates a couple miles of Ogunquit's sandy beach from the granite ledge along the shoreline which literally spills over into the ocean. Thousands of people walk Ogunquit's Marginal Way each summer, a scenic cliff-walk that zigzags along the ocean's edge for over a mile.
This seaside destination is filled with many activities for families or couples. The town hosts a little over one thousand two hundred residents year round. This quaint little seaside community is a total of four square miles. However, in this small area there are tons of things to keep you occupied. Your visit will not be dull.Ogunquit has everything for every type of vacationer. There are a myriad of activities to participate in or see. Of course, there is one of the finest beaches in Maine and all of its fun. The sand and surf are wonderful and one can spend many a day frolicking in the Atlantic ocean or basking in the sun working on a tan. Rest and relaxation abound in Ogunquit as well. There are a number of world-class spa treatments and salons to pamper oneself.
The theatrical arts abound in this small town. Theater lovers will want to attend one of the summer stock performances performed nightly at one of the many playhouses in the area such as the Booth Theater, Leavitt Theatre, O2 Cafe & Lounge, the Ogunquit Playhouse and the Ogunquit Performing Arts. Do research online before visiting to find out the current performance schedules.
Another fun way to spend the day is to visit the many fine art galleries and boutiques in town. Shopping is always a fun thing to do after a long day at the beach. Pick up some souvenirs from the local shops and stores. There are many shops to choose from that sell jewelry to clothing. Taking a stroll through Ogunquit's main street is a great way to spend the day or evening. Shoppers rave about the assortment of galleries, boutiques and gift shops and one could find a new wonderful treasure to take home.There are many fine restaurants in this small town as well and discriminating diners have an abundant selection of fine restaurants to satisfy nearly every taste. Restaurants vary from taverns to inns and ice cream shoppes. Naturally, seafood is a mainstay in this ocean town. You might want to give a few Maine seafoods a try while visiting. Many of the local restaurants have outstanding seafood chowders or other local fare such as Maine lobster. If a celebration is in order, one might want to try the fine dining of Gypsy Sweethearts. There a diner can feast on a Lobster Quesadilla or Chile Crusted Rack of Lamb. Those items sound like divine dining. There are also restaurants that are more casual for families.
Sailing, sea kayaking and whale watching are popular activities as well as hiking nearby Mount Agamenticus or the Wells Reserve at Laudholm Farm. The Ogunquit Heritage Museum is another stop that should be on your list to see. It offers local arts, historical artifacts and information on Ogunquit. The museum even offers some children programs.Ogunquit Maine is a quaint little seaside town that has a lot to offer the visitor. Soak in the sun and surf. Rich in history, one can be entertained with the local arts such as the art galleries, performances in local theatres or historical sites and museums. Food is abundant and delicious. A visitor can find something to get them excited from the local fresh seafood to a mere slice of pizza. Whatever you would like, it is available in Ogunquit. Finally, shopping for souvenirs is a fun way to spend some time. Browse through the local shops and you will be glad you did. A treasure of fun awaits you in Ogunquit, Maine.
