- Our list of the best things to do in Deer Isle, Maine, features the top 170 nearby activities — including 107 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Deer Isle, ME has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, Water Activities, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 14 things to do within the city of Deer Isle, ME , followed by 156 popular activities in nearby cities, including Rockland, Camden, Belfast, Southwest Harbor, Rockport, Bar Harbor, Castine, Mount Desert, Stonington, Ellsworth, Owls Head, Trenton, Blue Hill, Bass Harbor, Vinalhaven, Searsport, Northeast Harbor, Lincolnville, Port Clyde and Rangeley
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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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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.
13.0 Miles
Fort George State Park is located at the highest point in Castine. Visitors see earthworks on three acres of the last fort that the British surrendered during the Revolutionary War.
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A public swimming area, the Lawson Quarry consists of granite formations that were highly sought after in a bygone era. What is left are smooth granite stones that are warmed by the sun and a cool swimming area—it's like a community swimming hole for kids and adults alike.
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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.
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The Dice Head Foot Path begins at the Dice Head Lightkeeper's home. The small steep foot path that ends at Penobscot Bay offers scenic views, but can be very slippery when wet.
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Blue Hill Books is a small town bookstore located in Pleasant Street. They have comfortable places to sit and browse for books. There is also a children's books selection in the lower level.
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The Blue Hill Wine Shop is an old restored building with an intimate atmosphere. They also have cheese, bread, coffee, tea, pastries, and more. Visitors rave about their cheese selection, which you can taste before you buy.
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Vinalhaven Historical Society is a history museum that maintains a collection of artifacts and memorabilia. Their focus is island history, tradition, and culture, and they feature an exhibit that centers on the turn-of-the-century granite industry.
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Promoting theater and the arts in Castine and its surrounding area, Cold Comfort Theater features live dramatic performances throughout the year. Taught by a theater veteran, they also arrange and offer acting classes for youth.