Kennebunkport Travel Guide

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Kennebunkport
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Former presidents are among the many who enjoy the picturesque beaches, tasty seafood and relaxing atmosphere of this charming coastal town.

Spend a day scouring the beaches for shells or soaking up the sun on one of Kennebunkport’s beaches. Take a tour around the coast on an old lobster boat and keep an eye out for a passing whale. End your day with a seafood dinner in one of the many inns or restaurants in the small town centre.

Kennebunkport, Maine, is 28 miles (46 kilometres) south of Portland. The town is built along the banks of the Kennebunk River. Settlement here dates back to the 1600s. For many years Kennebunkport was an important boat-building hub, though recent times have seen the eastern town become a popular resort. Many former mansions of ships’ captains now serve as inns.

Walk or drive down Ocean Avenue to admire the coastal view on one side and the luxurious holiday homes of America’s well-heeled on the other. Towards the end of Walker’s Point you’ll see the holiday residence of former president George. W. Bush.

Spend a day or two exploring the area’s coastal treasures. Visit Goose Rocks Beach for swimming and snorkeling. The Blowing Caves, Spouting Rock and Goat Island lighthouse all make for pleasant excursions.

Take a tour on a former lobster boat or join a whale-watching expedition to see these giants up close. If you prefer to stay on land, then visit the Franciscan Monastery and the Kennebunkport History Centre to learn about the area’s past.

Wander around the small town centre and without knowing it you may well slip into the neighboring Lower Village. Only locals would really distinguish between the two, because both offer gift shops and galleries, good restaurants and plenty of places to stay.

Visit the town in summer and you’ll almost certainly be able to attend a festival. The Kennebunkport Festival in June features wine, food and music. The fireworks displays held as part of Fourth of July celebrations are best seen from a lobster boat out at sea. Winter offers different charms, with the possibility of picturesque empty beachesjust one of the many reasons to visit in the low season.

Where to stay in Kennebunkport

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Goose Rocks Beach

While there might not be top attractions in Goose Rocks Beach, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Goose Rocks Beach and Dock Square.

Goose Rocks Beach
The Colony Hotel

The Colony Hotel

3 out of 5
140 Ocean Ave, Kennebunkport, ME
The price is Rp3.712.495 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
Rp3.712.495
Rp4.046.545 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kennebunkport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (867 reviews)
"great restaurant on the property. beautiful view."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

The Colony Hotel
The Rhumb Line Resort

The Rhumb Line Resort

2.5 out of 5
41 Turbat's Creek off Ocean Avenue, Kennebunkport, ME
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.589.792 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
Rp2.589.792
Rp2.871.737 total
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Kennebunkport. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
7.6/10 Good! (863 reviews)
"Hotel and grounds are dated but it was clean. Great pool. Fitness room was closed. From photos i thought the beach was on the property but it was across the street and down a block. You definitely need a car to do anything off the property but it was relaxing."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

The Rhumb Line Resort
Kennebunkport Captains Collection

Kennebunkport Captains Collection

4.5 out of 5
6 Pleasant Street, Kennebunkport, ME
The price is Rp6.919.142 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
Rp6.919.142
Rp7.541.865 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kennebunkport. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (518 reviews)
"Our stay was fantastic.Everyone was very nice and so helpful. Great location, can walk into town in a couple of blocks. Decor is beautiful, nice mix of old and new!! Only thing I could suggest is the bath room needs more towel racks and maybe a shelf or 2 to put toiletries on. Also a full length ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Kennebunkport Captains Collection
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Cottages at Cabot Cove

The Cottages at Cabot Cove

3.5 out of 5
7 South Main Street, Kennebunkport, ME
Stay at this 3.5-star cottage in Kennebunkport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Dock Square and Wells Beach are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
"The cottage was adorable. There were a few ants but that subsided."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

The Cottages at Cabot Cove
Elmwood Resort Hotel

Elmwood Resort Hotel

3 out of 5
1351 Post Rd, Wells, ME
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Wells. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (370 reviews)
"Excellent, modest resort. We stayed in a one-bedroom suite that had all the amenities we needed. Everything in the suite and the property was clean and well-maintained. there is a nice lawn area with gas fire-pits where they often have movies or live music, but some nights it is just the fire-pits ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Elmwood Resort Hotel
Nautical Mile

Nautical Mile

2.5 out of 5
1072 Post Rd, Wells, ME
Stay at this aparthotel in Wells. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Ogunquit Beach and Wells Beach are located nearby.
8.2/10 Very Good! (15 reviews)
"We liked it"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Nautical Mile
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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