Location: Wells
Top Things to do in Wells
What to do and see in Wells, Maine (ME): The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Wells is a town in York County, Maine, United States. Founded in 1643, it is the third-oldest town in Maine. The population in 2010 was 9,589. Wells Beach is a popular summer destination.
Restaurants in Wells
1. Chase Farms
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By Maurene_K - Dover, United States
Heading for US-1, I was approaching Chase Farms when I spotted their sign that read; MAKING MAPLE SYRUP TODAY. I pulled into the parking lot. Inside, I was directed to the large greenhouse room where the evaporator was set up. There, a gentleman was stoking the fire with two more big logs. He offered a small paper cup with a sample of the syrup being made. It was very hot. It took 5 minutes to cool it off to a medium temperature. It was the dark amber syrup that’s richer, sweeter, has a stronger flavor and is perfect with pancakes. As expected, it had a very strong maple flavor and was quite sweet just as it should be. It was delicious. Out in the store, there were bottles in different sizes for sale. I also visited the Chase Farms Bakery section where I got a Maple Cream Whoopie Pie at $3.99. Also in the Bakery, freshly-baked pies were cooling on the back counter. They smelled wonderful. There were also freshly-baked quick breads. The Blueberry Breads looked really good. Maybe next time. Chase Farms has been family-owned and continually-operated since the 1600’s. It sells its own produce and farm-raised beef and pork products. The animals are fed an all-natural diet with no antibiotics or growth hormones. Chase Farms also sells Bell & Evans chicken which I all-natural. A woman was restocking some of the newly-arrived chicken products during my visit. Tackling the Maple Cream Whoopie Pie was a daunting experience. It was huge ~ bigger and thicker than an 8 oz. hamburger. I had to eat it in six parts as it was quite sweet and quite rich. It was also quite delicious. I liked the very strong maple flavor. As a native New Englander, I love the maple flavor in syrup, foods and even coffee. I’ve been shopping with Chase Farms at this store and the seasonal outpost stand on US-1 for many years and have been pleased with everything I’ve purchased. The quality is topnotch. I rate Chase Farms at 5.0 and highly recommend a visit any time of year. If you found this review helpful, please click THANK below.
2. Wells Reserve at Laudholm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 272 reviews
The Wells Reserve at Laudholm is open every day from 7 am to sunset, with 7 miles of trails through field, forest, and salt marsh to an undeveloped beach. It's a favorite spot for birders and wildlife lovers, photographers and artists, walkers and runners, natural resource managers and history buffs. Each year, the Wells Reserve offers nearly 200 education programs for every audience from K to gray. Guided walks, camps for kids, workshops, and lectures are regular offerings. The reserve hosts several fundraising events annually, including the Laudholm Nature Crafts Festival on the weekend after Labor Day. The site is one of 29 National Estuarine Research Reserves across the country, from Alaska to Puerto Rico and from Southern California to New England. Each reserve supports coastal research, education, and training. In Wells, support comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and members of the nonprofit Laudholm Trust. FMI Visit our website and social outlets.
Reviewed By Bbjork - Wells, United States
I’m a member, volunteer and on the Board of Directors. Wells Reserve is one of 29 National Estuarine Research Reserves in the US partially funded by NOAA. Their mission is research, education and stewardship. The 2,250 acre site is home to two estuaries, beautiful trails and a historic 300 year old farm. If you’re in our area don’t miss it.
3. Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 554 reviews
Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge was established to protect valuable salt marshes and estuaries for migratory birds. Visitors can enjoy wildlife viewing year-around on the refuge.
Reviewed By happycathdetroit
This very well maintained and flat path took us through a wooded area where we could see the estuaries and marsh. It was quiet and beautiful and hardly anyone was there.
4. Wells Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 932 reviews
Reviewed By Wonder42 - Saint Albans, United States
the Wells Beach is not a commercialized hotspot where you'll find lots of shops or boardwalks to walk along. When you go out to the beach on the right is rocks that will come out more and more as the tide goes out , with really interesting tide pools and great places to look for crabs , to the left is all smooth so as the tide goes out it's all just straight Beach. The sand is soft the breeze is wonderful.there is a place that sells ice cream and a couple of restaurants that are in hotels there's a beach store that sells things you might have forgotten and drinks and coffee but it is a little expensive. The trolley goes up and down and you should use it it's only a dollar one way, they only take cash.
5. Spiller Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 48 reviews
Reviewed By 1BigSwede71 - Wells, United States
Old School Store, Stop by here often for fresh veggies and they have a great meat selection. Highly Recommend stopping at the farm.
6. Cole's Corner
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By Maurene_K - Dover, United States
Cole’s Corner is a country store-type gift shop that has booths for about 44 vendors and crafters. The shop had everything from jewelry, placemats, and hot pads to serving bowls, home décor items, soaps, and more. One line of merchandise I’d never seen before was ceramic pottery from Boleslawiec, Poland. There are three well known factories there: Ceramika Artystyczna, Zaklady and Wiza. Ceramika Artystyczna is the most-famous maker of hand painted stoneware from Boleslawiec. And, stoneware made by Ceramika Artystyczna is of the reputedly the highest-quality and most-exquisite of the three. The ceramics were very colorful and in small patterns. Most designs were in small geometric patterns with blue as the predominant color. Décor items included country, coastal and primitive styles. The shop was very well lit ~ much better than some others in the area. A word of caution: The shop owner does not allow photos of the building outside or the displays inside the shop. I rate Cole’s Corner at 5.0. If you found this review helpful, please click THANK below.
7. Moody Beach
8. Drakes Island Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 117 reviews
Reviewed By OB1NYC - New York City, United States
Stayed at Drake's Island resort, which is right down the road. This is the best beach by far and for locals. So if you want to avoid the crowded touristy beaches...run here. Dog friendly before 8 and after 6.
9. Flagship Premium Cinemas - Wells
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 47 reviews
Flagship Premium Cinemas is a movie theater located on Route 1 in Wells, Maine. Offering reserved seating, power recliners, first-run movies, and digital state-of-the-art projection, Flagship Cinemas strives to provide superior customer service.
Reviewed By patriciabday
These theaters are very comfortable, there are plenty of seats. There is always a nice choice of movies and it is located in a plaza with easy parking.
10. Spillers' Farm Store
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 25 reviews
Farm Fresh Produce, Full Service Deli, Pizza & Subs, Butcher Shop specializing in Certified Angus Beef, Bakery, Grocery on a Working Family Farm. In warmer weather Spillers' features a wagon just outside its front door stocked full of fresh produce from the family farm. To complement your fresh food needs Spillers' is a State of Maine licensed Agency Liquor Store with a great selection of spirits and a huge selection of ice-cold beer and fine wines
Reviewed By 57rl - Boston, United States
Spillers Farm Store is a great find for anybody who hates stopping at fast food joints and service plazas when traveling the highway. We travel Massachusetts to Maine all the time and found this place last fall (what took so long?). It will cost you 5-10 minutes but well worth it. Jim and Jeanine have been running this store for a very long time apparently. The store has basically the essentials (including fresh veggies etc), but where they shine is the deli sandwiches. Call ahead and order! They can get backlogged so best to call ahead and order a hot or cold sandwich. Roast Beef and Turkey are home made by Jim. Anything with meats is fantastic since generally locally sourced. Meatball subs, cheesburger sub, our teenagers crave this place. Open pretty late too.
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