York

Many of Ogunquit - Wells’s highlights are located close to York, so it is a great place to base yourself while you are in town. Two attractions that should top every visitor’s to-do list is the fascinating Cape Neddick Lighthouse and the ever-popular Kittery Outlets. Also, be sure to check out the Fort Constitution Historical Site and the Strawbery Banke Museum.

York has a number of museums and theaters within easy reach that make great places to visit. Join a tour, admire the interior of the building or simply enjoy the fascinating artworks at the Seacoast Science Center in Rye, Albacore Park in Portsmouth and the Jackson House Museum. For a great night out, spend an evening at Music Hall in Portsmouth, one of the region’s great performing arts venues.

When it’s time to escape the bustling streets of Ogunquit - Wells, head to the nearby green spaces. Grab your camera and explore the ecological parks for which this area is well known, such as the Odiorne Point State Park in Portsmouth. Walk along the shoreline nearby such as Perkins Cove in Ogunquit and Moody Beach in Wells.

Some of the best golf courses around include the Wentworth by the Sea Golf Club in Portsmouth. Grab your lucky putter and hit the fairways.

If you could do with a spot of retail therapy, shop til you drop amid the various stores that are part of the Fox Run Mall in Portsmouth.

When it’s time to slow down after a busy day discovering the charming streets of York, check in to one of the area's range of bed-and-breakfast, hotel and short-stay apartment options. The Americas Best Inns-Portsmouth, the Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel and the Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth/Downtown are just some of the many great places to stay around here.