Things to do in The Kennebunks
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Cape-able Outpost
To pedal the back roads outside of town, stop by Cape-able Bike Shop, an outfit that rents cruisers and mountain bikes, in adult and child sizes. New in 2007, Cape-able also offers kayak tours, from half-day adventures ($60) to two-hour full-moon paddles ($40). If you’re just renting a bike, stop in their handily located Outpost, across the bridge from Dock Sq.
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Cape-Able Bike Shop
To pedal the back roads outside of town, stop by Cape-able Bike Shop, an outfit that rents cruisers and mountain bikes, in adult and child sizes. New in 2007, Cape-able also offers kayak tours, from half-day adventures ($60) to two-hour full-moon paddles ($40). If you’re just renting a bike, stop in their handily located Outpost, across the bridge from Dock Sq.
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Windows on the Water Restaurant
Just south of the bridge, this award-winning restaurant offers creative, largely organic seasonal fare. Coriander seared ahi tuna, wild shrimp and lobster ravioli and parmesan crusted rack of lamb are a few of the recent temptations offered in the attractive riverside spot. Several times per year, it offers a three-course cooking demonstration (per person $50) hosted by chef John Hughes.
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Nunan’s Lobster Hut
Four miles east of Kennebunkport, Nunan’s cooks up some ridiculously good lobsters. Although there are a few other culinary distractions – clam chowder, blueberry pie – no one comes here for anything other than those succulent crustaceans. It’s set in a long wooden shack, with black-and-white fishing photos and nautical instruments setting the stage.
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Federal Jack’s Restaurant & Brew Pub
Above the Kennebunkport Brewing Co, Federal Jack’s serves satisfying bistro fare, including crab-stuffed haddock, wood-roasted salmon, barbecue ribs and a range of salads, sandwiches and pizzas. Hand-crafted microbrews go nicely with the food. Free brewery tours are offered by appointment through the coffee shop downstairs.
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Museum
Trolleys, the light-rail systems that provided most urban transportation a century ago, are the focus of this museum. There are over 250 streetcars (including one named Desire), as well as antique buses and public transit paraphernalia. Head north on North St from Dock Sq to reach Log Cabin Rd.
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White Barn Inn
Kennebunkport’s most renowned restaurant boasts country-elegant decor and fantastic New American cuisine. The menu changes weekly and features local seafood complemented by locally grown herbs, fruits and vegetables and California greens. Make reservations, and be sure to dress the part.
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First Chance
First Chance offers a 1½-hour lobster-boat cruise departing every two hours from 10am to 6pm as well as a four-hour whale-watching voyage that departs at 9am and 2:30pm (adult/child $40/25). Board the vessels in Kennebunk Lower Village, next to the Kennebunk River Bridge.
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Port Bakery & Café
For delicious, inexpensive breakfasts, this casual place is hard to beat. Daily specials include French toast piled high with blueberries, vegetarian eggs benedict and satisfying omelettes. The sunny patio is a peaceful refuge.
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Alisson’s Restaurant
Centrally located, Alisson’s is a long-running favorite for its nicely prepared meals at good prices. You’ll find traditional American and New England fare: lobster rolls, crab cakes, sandwiches, burgers and steaks.
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Schooner Eleanor
Schooner Eleanor is a splendid 55ft schooner offering two-hour sails off Kennebunkport (season and weather dependent). Stop by Arundel Wharf for schedules and reservations.
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Hurricane
Right on the water with great food and a wonderful sense of place. If you're not whizzing through and have time for a leisurely lunch, order the handpicked Maine crabmeat sandwich on sourdough, a glass of wine and enjoy the view.
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Clam Shack
By the bridge at the west side of the Kennebunk River, this simple joint is justifiably famous for its fried clams, but the lobster roll overflowing with succulent chunks of lobster is the ultimate prize here.
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Bandaloop
Local, organic and deliciously innovative, running the gamut from pork chops with Yukon gold potatoes to baked tofu with hemp-seed crust and seaweed salad. Whew!
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