Family vacations are all about getting away from it all, spending quality time together, and creating new memories. Plan your next family vacation in Boothbay Harbor, Maine, and discover fun things to do with kids of all ages. Find lodging for families of all sizes at Newagen Seaside Inn and stay close to the best summer activities on the Maine coast. Whether you want to watch wildlife, enjoy fresh Maine lobster, explore nature, or experience hands-on learning, there is something for everyone!
Spend Time in Nature
Spending time outside is great for all ages! Start your adventures at Newagen Seaside Inn and enjoy swimming, rowing, and games without leaving the resort grounds.
Head to the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens and walk through the blossoming gardens as kids learn about the natural world. Make sure to stroll through the wooded area, Guardians of the Seed, and marvel at the giant trolls placed along the paths.
Watch Wildlife
If your kids are wildlife lovers, Boothbay Harbor will be a paradise for them. Sign up for a boat tour with Cap’n Fish’s Cruises and spot whales and puffins in their natural habitat. Choose the whale watching or puffin cruise, or combine them for the ultimate adventure.
Enjoy more wildlife watching on land on the scenic hiking trails at Boothbay Region Land Trust. Or visit Cape Newagen Farm and meet the resident alpacas; they have a farm tour for all ages and an Alpaca Trek for ages 9 and up.
Experience Hands-On Fun
The Boothbay Railway Village makes history exciting for kids. This 35-acre space is a living piece of Maine history, featuring historic buildings, over 60 antique automobiles, and an authentic steam locomotive train. Kids of all ages will love taking a ride on the steam locomotive train!
Check out the Maine State Aquarium, learn about the local marine life of the Gulf of Maine, and visit critters in the touch tank.
Check Out More Things to Do with Kids in Boothbay Harbor
-Visit Barrett Park and have a picnic by the waterfront. There is also a playground and swing here, perfect for the kids.
-Experience fun for the whole family at Dolphin Mini Golf, featuring a mini golf course, arcade, and ice cream hut.
-Catch a movie at Harbor Theater or enjoy a night of family-friendly entertainment at the Carousel Music Theater.
Book Your Maine Family Vacation in Boothbay Harbor
Plan your Maine summer vacation at Newagen Seaside Inn and experience the perfect destination for family fun on the coast. Discover fun things to do in Maine with kids at our resort and beyond our grounds. Our Boothbay Harbor cottage rentals are great for families, offering amenities like screened porches, full kitchens, fresh linens, inviting furnishings, and nautical art. Enjoy plenty of space to spread out with your family and book with us today!