- The list below includes 27 free or cheap things to do in or near Bangor, Maine, including 59 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Aviation Museums, Specialty Museums and Parks.
- From Mount Hope Garden Cemetery to Cascade Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bangor and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Ellsworth, Searsport and Orono.
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A heath heaven is how best to describe the Orono Bog Boardwalk. It is a whole new world that offers a glimpse of the bog habitat and the myriads and varying plant species within.
15.2 Miles
The Telephone Museum is an interactive museum featuring working telephone switchboards, switching systems, and telephones. From hand-crank magneto phones to manual switch boards, visitors are encouraged to get their hands on the equipment and explore the history of the telephone.
22.1 Miles
Stanwood Homestead Museum & Bird Sanctuary is a 200-acre bird refuge that is worth a visit when you are in Ellsworth. Visitors can hike, walk and go on a picnic in this attraction.
24.7 Miles
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Church Street at US Route 1, Searsport, ME 04974
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An open air and well-preserved maritime museum, the Penobscot Marine Museum is indubitably a must visit with its well-kept 13 buildings to explore. The museum itself is a treasure trove of relics and artifacts of a bygone era plus monthly exhibits and events to keep you entertained.
24.9 Miles
Customers of the Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters in Main Street has talked about drinking the finest coffee at competitive rates. They also serve homemade pastries and cookies, sandwiches and breads, and more. Their seats offer a good videw of the river.
25.0 Miles
At Leap of Faith Artistry, visitors can view and purchase paintings with a spiritual theme. The gallery often hosts live painting sessions where visitors can see the artist at work.
25.0 Miles
Offering open bowling as well as league play, Eastward Bowling Lanes is a bowling alley and indoor amusement complex. It features equipment rentals and a variety of refreshments, including pizza, and hosts parties.
25.1 Miles
Owned and operated by artists Linda and Ken Perrin, Atlantic Art Glass is a gallery and creative space that showcases glass art. The gallery also offers classes in glass blowing.
26.0 Miles
Downeast Scenic Railroad shows mostly scenic images of the forest during the trip. While on board, some history of the attraction is given along the way through a recording. Some train enthusiasts have found this well worth their time.