Location: Deer Isle
Top Things to do in Deer Isle
What to do and see in Deer Isle, Maine (ME): The Best Things to do Good for Couples
Deer Isle is a town in Hancock County, Maine, United States. The population was 1,975 at the 2010 census. Notable landmarks in Deer Isle are the Haystack Mountain School of Crafts and the town's many art galleries.
Restaurants in Deer Isle
1. Opera House Arts
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 29 reviews
Opera House Arts uses the performing arts to foster and promote excellence in all the ways we perform our lives. Celebrating 21 years of theater, film, music, and dance on one of the busiest working waterfronts in Maine! Opera House Arts restored the Stonington Opera House, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, to its original role as a community gathering space and performing arts center. OHA's programs continue to serve Deer Isle, the Blue Hill Peninsula, and greater Hancock County's year-round residents and visitors of all ages. Incite Art. Create Community.
Reviewed By Eldergrace - Boston, United States
Don't miss a visit to this performing arts and community gathering center in charming Stonington, ME. Summertime offers professional quality theatrical productions, a jazz festival, family-friendly entertainment and first-release movies. To experience the full glory of Opera House Arts, stop by the glass-walled lobby before a show for drinks, snacks and flat-bread pizza.
2. Driftwood Kayak
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 57 reviews
Driftwood Kayak is a sea kayaking company offering guided one-day and multi-day trips around the islands of Stonington and Deer Isle. Using only the best kayaks and equipment we cater to small groups and focus on enhancing the paddling experience by building confidence and increasing skill level in a range of ocean conditions while encouraging a sense of fun.
3. Sea Kayak Stonington
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
After 2 years as Upwest & Downeast, in 2021 we've evolved into Sea Kayak Stonington, offering sea kayak trips based from Stonington, Maine. We now have several guides and instructors, accommodating all levels of paddlers. We also provide limited rentals and a shop with kayak & camping gear, books, charts, gifts and last minute needs before you head out.
4. Barred Island Preserve
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 95 reviews
Reviewed By thumper1 - Massachusetts, United States
We were visiting in Brooklin and were told what a treat it was to walk to the beach at Barred Island Preserve and to arrive for low tide. There were 3 of us -- myself, my daughter, and my 4 year old granddaughter. We arrived about two hours before low tide and were just about to pull into the last parking space in the lot when my granddaughter announced she needed the potty. We left and brought her to town. When we returned the lot was full and there were three cars parked along the road. Two were in clearly marked "No Parking" zones. The third vehicle was parked in a space that was not marked and there was room enough in front of them for our car. If this was an official "no parking" zone then it needed it better signage. You would think that the town would have a larger parking area at such a beautiful and popular place. My granddaughter has short little legs and stops often so the hike took about an hour each way. It was a wonderful adventure for a little one with the tree roots in the path, the steeper spots, the big rocks, and the "bridges" over the wetter areas. She loved getting to the beach then walking the short distance to the island that gets buried in deep water at high tide. (We own property in Southern Maine so she understands about the tides.) The walk back took a little longer as we were starting to flag. We had plans for dinner in Deer Isle before heading back to Brooklin for the night. As we approached the car, I heard my daughter say, "Oh, no." I looked up and saw that some "vandals" (not exactly the word I have in mind) had covered every glass surface of my car and each of the other 5 or 6 cars that were parked on the road. Our front, back, and side windows were covered with "no parking", "okay to tow", and the symbol for no parking. My granddaughter could see we were upset and wanted to know why those people were mean to us. We knew it was not something done by someone who represented the town or who had any sort of authority -- just some bully trying to scare us. Although we were able to clean it before leaving, it left us with a bad impression of Deer Isle residents and with the decision to head back to Brooklin for dinner where we felt more welcome.
5. Edgar M. Tennis Preserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 43 reviews
Area offering walks through the woods and along the coast.
Reviewed By wilhelmusgjanssen - Washington DC, United States
This reserve offers some beautiful hikes, some three miles in total. Wear good shoes and be aware of the roots. You will be rewarded with wonderful panoramas of sea and land, characteristic of the unmistakable Maine coast line. We enjoyed the explanation board for the farm that was found there in the past, we passed by the little cemetery where Mr. Tennis has been put to the rest. Don’t forget to make a contribution for the maintenance of the preserve. We then drove on to Stonington and had lunch overlooking the harbor.
6. Stonington Village
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 147 reviews
Reviewed By R291TVbrianm - Newburyport, United States
Spectacular, timeless fishing village with a smattering of artisans and service providers located in one of Maine's most classic coastal settings. This is the real "Maine". Having lived for twenty plus years in Portland Maine and then moved away, I can vouch that there are few places more quintessential Maine than Stonington. This is a hardscrabble fishing island. At one time granite harvesting was also an industry but that has faded away and what's left is a QUIET tourist destination mixed with locals who live off the sea and/or their artistic talents. This is an eclectic place where mother nature is in charge. The harbor of Stonington is littered with lobster boats and wharfs where fishermen still offload their catch. Nothing moves fast in this town and that's part of the charm. Hundreds of tiny islands dot the harbor and Deer Isle Thoroughfare that sits just off shore. This is the real Maine. Timeless. Genuine. Unhurried. Interesting. If you want shopping and tourist driven entertainment, look elsewhere. If you want to kick back, sip coffee, stroll around, smell the salt air, maybe paddle amongst the islands or hike along the shoreline of Barred Island....then by all means put this on your bucket list.
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