- The list below includes 41 free or cheap things to do in or near Augusta, Maine, including 68 different types of inexpensive activities like Architectural Buildings, Disc Golf, Bowling and Movie Theaters.
- From Pine Tree State Arboretum to Capitol Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Augusta and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Damariscotta, Waterville, Wiscasset and Gardiner.
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The Wilson Museum features exhibits to help people understand the growth of man's ability to make tools from the Paleolithic times to the Native Americans. Visitors see rocks, shells, ship models, reconstructed 1905 kitchen, and a Victorian Parlor.
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Mackworth Island, accessible via a causeway, comprises of a rocky shoreline complete with a walkway where visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the bay.
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Surrounded by the White Mountains, the Deepwood Farm is a recreational horse-riding farm that specializes in the art of teaching horsemanship. The farm offers summer camps, horse riding lessons, and trail rides.
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Mackworth Island, Andrews Avenue, Falmouth, ME 04105
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A beautiful and scenic locale, Mackworth Island Trail allows for great hiking and relaxing strolls. Picturesque, it offers great views of Casco Bay and Portland, along with the opportunity for bird watching and simply enjoying nature.
48.5 Miles
Showcasing a variety of paintings, Adam Gallery features work depicting nature and other landscapes. The gift shop offers post cards with the paintings from the gallery printed on them for visitors to purchase.
48.6 Miles
The State of Maine has served as the training boat for the Main Maritime Academy since 1997. When not on training cruises, the ship is open to tours by the public.
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In the late 1800s and early 1900s, many families used Castine, Maine, as their vacation destination, most notably Harriet Beecher Stowe and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Visitors to Main Street can see many restored buildings where small businesses and art galleries are located.
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Visitors can learn about the history of Castine at the Castine Historical Society by looking at maps, photographs, artifacts, essays, and books, particularly about the Penobscot Expedition, a Revolutionary War battle. The facility also hosts special exhibits on a regular basis.
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A one and a quarter-mile in-town walking loop, the Androscoggin Brunswick-Topsham Riverwalk offers a variety of walking trails and paths suitable for jogging or simply strolling. The Riverwalk is dog-friendly, and has benches along its length.
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Castine Historical Handworks is a quaint gift shop that celebrates traditional craftsmen and artists from the local areas in and around New England. Jewelry, photography, bird carvings, metal work, and fruit preserves are amongst the many offerings.