What to do and see in Bangor, Maine (ME): The Best Budget-friendly Things to do

February 5, 2022 Major Galusha

The city of Bangor is perhaps most well known as the setting for many of Stephen King's stories, a reputation that has led to the nickname Transylmainia. There is more to Bangor than just tales of horror, however. There is a thriving arts scene, with museums, galleries, theaters, a symphony orchestra and a popular sidewalk art festival every summer. The area around Bangor includes the coastal Acadia National Park and the wooded Baxter State Park, providing plenty of outdoor adventure.
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1. Cole Land Transportation Museum

405 Perry Rd, Bangor, ME 04401-6725 +1 207-990-3600 [email protected] http://www.colemuseum.org
Excellent
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5.0 based on 334 reviews

Cole Land Transportation Museum

Museum dedicated to preserving and displaying Maine's land transportation equipment.

Reviewed By dblgs - Meriden, United States

Very wonderful staff that had great info Spent 2.5 hrs taking time to view items Great history Clean and great presentation

2. Mount Hope Garden Cemetery

1048 State St, Bangor, ME 04401-5694 +1 207-945-6589 http://www.mthopebgr.com/map
Excellent
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5.0 based on 176 reviews

Mount Hope Garden Cemetery

Reviewed By bertiesmom93

It was interesting to see all the old head stones and there was this really cool castle looking structure. There's also a nice pond in the middle and a Korea Memorial.

3. SK Tours Of Maine, LLC

Excellent
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5.0 based on 1,262 reviews

SK Tours Of Maine, LLC

SK-Tours provides a 3 hour tour around Stephen King's hometown of Bangor, aka "Derry". We will show you 20 to 30 different places that Stephen King has written about, or been inspired by. Plenty of chance for photos, and who knows, you might just catch a glimpse of Stephen King himself!

4. Penobscot Theatre Company

131 Main St, Bangor, ME 04401-6309 +1 207-942-3333 [email protected] http://www.penobscottheatre.org
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5.0 based on 214 reviews

Penobscot Theatre Company

Penobscot Theatre Company is America’s Northeastern-most professional, year round, not-for-profit theatre company, producing a wide variety of plays and musicals each season. Penobscot Theatre Company proudly owns and operates the historic Bangor Opera House, the last remaining opera house in Bangor, Maine -- which was once had seven opera houses and was called "the little Broadway of the North". We are committed to presenting high-quality, professional works of theatre that inspire the imagination and cultivate a lifelong passion for the art form. The 2019-20 Season is our 46th Season.

Reviewed By Terrysmom

We have enjoyed many, many top rated performances at the Penobscot Theatre Company in Bangor. For a small theater, PTC delivers the best each time; amazing performers, sets, lighting, sound, etc. Bangor is lucky to have such a talented group in our small city. PTC is one of the best attractions in the entire area.

5. American Folk Festival

85 Texas Ave # 305, Bangor, ME 04401-4324 http://www.americanfolkfestival.com/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 14 reviews

The American Folk Festival brings a range of folk art and performance from traditional cultures around the globe to the Bangor waterfront. With an emphasis on music, dance and storytelling, this free festival makes the most of the magnificent Maine summer weather with a schedule of mostly outdoor events.

6. Cascade Park

State Street, Bangor, ME 04401 +1 207-992-6200 http://www.bangormaine.gov/feed.php?num=2&news_id=162&feed_id=59
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4.5 based on 94 reviews

Cascade Park

Reviewed By kelseyj1216 - Boston, United States

Great place to spend the afternoon. Beautiful trails, picnic area, and water fountain. Would recommend for spending a couple hours to enjoy the outdoors or to take some photos. It’s near a busy road, but it doesn’t feel like it when you’re walking around.

7. Penobscot River Walkway

Front Street at Railroad Street, Bangor, ME 04401 http://www.traillink.com/trail/penobscot-river-walkway.aspx
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4.5 based on 105 reviews

Penobscot River Walkway

Reviewed By DownEast47 - Finger Lakes, United States

While in Bangor, we decided to take a stroll along the beautiful Penobscot River Walkway before heading for home. I've read about it in DownEast magazine. It's so peaceful ... we were there on an autumn day; and in spite of it being chilly, there were many dog-walkers and "seniors" taking advantage of the day. A nice photo-op walk.

8. Bangor City Forest

Bangor, ME
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4.5 based on 80 reviews

Bangor City Forest

Reviewed By JeffnHeather04401 - Hermon, United States

Many miles of walking trails to check out, great on a summer day, including walking over a marsh as well!

9. Stephen King's House

Bangor, ME +1 207-947-7193 http://sk-tours.com
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4.5 based on 221 reviews

Stephen King's House

Reviewed By 622rosemaryw

Beautiful House!! Thank-you King family for allowing us, and so many people to stop and take pictures every day!

10. Paul Bunyan Statue

519 Main St., Bangor, ME, Bangor, ME 04401-6846 http://www.roadsideamerica.com/story/10327
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4.0 based on 488 reviews

Paul Bunyan Statue

This mighty 31-foot statue of the "great tree-biter" towers over the landscape in Bangor's Bass Park.

Reviewed By JeffnHeather04401 - Hermon, United States

Everyone comes to visit Paul when they're in the area. If you want the best view, hit the parking garage across the street, top level, and you're eye level with him!!

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