Top Things to do in Boothbay Harbor
What to do and see in Boothbay Harbor, Maine (ME): The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day
Calling themselves "the soul of the coast," the residents of Boothbay Harbor are proud of their seaside town, with its bright summer colors and beautiful snowy winters. A popular sailing and kayaking destination, Boothbay offers more than just boats. There's delicious seafood, seasonal festivals, and plenty of nature trails to explore. Kids will love visiting Fritz, the 23 pound lobster at the Maine State Aquarium, while adults enjoy jazz concerts or comedy shows at the historic Opera House.
Restaurants in Boothbay Harbor
1. Boothbay Region Historical Society Museum
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5.0 based on 12 reviews
2. Mung Bean
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5.0 based on 13 reviews
3. Ed Brown's Wharfside Gallery
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5.0 based on 17 reviews
Ed Brown's Wharfside Gallery offers a variety of art from select fine artists. Featuring Ed Brown original watercolors and local photography, as well as other original paintings and reproductions. Ed has 1000s of images to choose from in both paintings and photos. Colorful and affordable art in an inviting waterfront setting, located in the heart of downtown Boothbay Harbor.
Reviewed By exnavynightflier - Holmes Beach, United States
Great collection of local artist's work. If you are looking for something to remind you of your trip to coastal Maine (Downeast), this place is one-stop shopping. Purchased an item perfect for completing a room in our home in Tampa and Susan shipped it directly to us. Great place to bring home some truly unique art.
4. Eventide Specialties
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5.0 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By Mark_and_Buzz - Boothbay Harbor, United States
Eventide Specialties is a very special place in the center of Boothbay Harbor and the perfect place for fresh baked breads, delicious cheeses, specialty items and an entire room dedicated to olive oils and vinegars. The staff are kind and knowledgable.
5. Dirty Bird Pottery
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5.0 based on 62 reviews
OPEN MEMORIAL DAY THRU EARLY OCTOBER. This is a seasonal, one-woman working studio with all pottery being made on-site by the shop owner. The potter's wheel is located in the front of the shop and customers are encouraged to watch Julie throwing her pieces there. The glaze/kiln area is open for viewing as well. Questions about the pots and process are always welcome. Her work focuses on functional, practical pottery meant to be used and to enhance your quality of life on a daily basis. Functional pottery - Art for everyday life!
Reviewed By 59iras
Just received my beautiful new shaving scuttle. It's heats the lather perfectly and helps give me an awesome shave. I highly recommend Dirty Bird Pottery!
6. Carousel Music Theater
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4.5 based on 246 reviews
A Seasonal Dinner Theater in Boothbay Harbor, Maine. We celebrate the singers and songs of the Great American Songbook from the 1940's-1970's in our original comedy revues. During late July and early August we offer a carefully selected book musical for your entertainment. Enjoy our three course hot Maine fare dinner, while our Cast, who are also the wait-staff sing a cabaret. Following the second course the cast will depart the auditorium to change into costume to begin the entertainment portion of your evening. We serve dessert to our all guest so even if you are joining us just for the show we will offer you dessert at intermission as well. (Wednesday matinees are available during July and August and feature cold and hot salads and sandwiches.)
Reviewed By 900susant - Mid Coast Maine, United States
Great little dinner theater where new actors can get experience and earn money waiting on tables too.
7. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor
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4.5 based on 97 reviews
The Opera House was built in 1894 and is on the National Historic Registry. Each year nearly 100 live performances come to the old stage and include Grammy winners, international touring musicians and more. Expect to see a schedule filled with jazz, folk, classical, bluegrass, Celtic, country, and regionally-inspired music. The stage is also periodically home to theatre, comedy, magic and more. Open year 'round including December's Gingerbread Spectacular! Updated performance schedule on the website. Handicapped accessible. Bar open on the night's of performances.
Reviewed By cpenn
My husband and I attended 2 performances at this place and were very pleased with both, quality, etc. the opera house is a lovely old building with wood floor and a beautiful bar area upstairs. Nice seating and a comfortable balcony seating. Wonderful way to spend an evening if you’re in the Booth Bay HARBOR area.
8. Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library
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4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By BaysideConnecticut - Stamford, United States
We didn't go to the Library this year but the used bookstore is still open, by appointment. The selection is as grand as usual we love to just browse. We have had great luck with the Military History sections, poetry, religion and the potpourri of books on the wall to the left of the register desk, really an eclectic selection. Allow at least an hour. Also and I forgot to add this to my review of the Skydompha Library Used Book store in Damiriscotta, bring any books (or CDs, DVDs) you can to donate them. They will be found and enjoyed by someone else and the library will get the benefit from the sale, they get a good chunk of money every year from this store.
9. Ornes Candy Shop
10. Abacus Gallery
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4.5 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By TigerGirl0
I stop by here every time I'm in town for the summer. Terrific collection for gifts (and for self!). The annual calendar is a fixture in my study, and never fails to transport me to the Maine coast with just a glance.
