Area Overview : Explore the sandy beaches and rocky cliffs along the spectacular coast of Southern Maine. Take a boat cruise to the Isles of Shoals and beyond to watch the whales play. Back on shore, play a round of golf, hike forest trails, and marvel at the blazing colors of fall foliage. Visit 17th Century homes, browse for antiques and New England crafts, feast on lobster in a harbor restaurant. And don't miss Kittery's factory outlet malls, 120 name brand stores full of bargains year-round.
Isles of Shoals Steamship Company : PO Box 311 - Portsmouth, NH 03802 - 603-431-5500 - Open: Daily from June 17th until Labor Day. Seasonal the rest of the year. - Island cruises, whale-watching cruises, river and harbor cruises, and charters and parties.
Strawberry Banke Museum : PO Box 300 - Portsmouth, NH 03802 - 603-433-100 - 10am - 5pm, April 15th - Oct. 29th - Beautifully preserved neighborhood of 17th and 18th Century homes and shops. Watch barrel making, boat building and other crafts. Adjacent children?s museum has fascinating hands-on exhibits.
Wild Kingdom Zoo & Amusement Park : Route 1 - York Beach, ME 03910 - 207-363-4911 - 10am - 5pm Memorial Day - Labor Day - Sat. & Sun. Only until June 23 - Wild animals and wild rides. Walk to the beach, huge video game arcade and dozen of shops.
Water Country : Route 1 - Portsmouth, NH 03801 - 603-427-1111 - 9:30am - 7:30pm, June - September - 27 acres of slides, wave pools and other water sports. Fun for the whole family.