Guidebook for Bristol
Essentials
C. E. Reilly & Son
2576 Bristol RdIndependently run grocery store in New Harbor.
Shopping
Granite Hall Store
9 Back Shore RdAdorable old general store.
Entertainment & Activities
Maine Kayak
113 Huddle RdNearby place to rent kayaks, canoes, etc.
Parks & Nature
Fabulous hike through the forest that leads to craggy rocks with stunning ocean views. Looks and feels like you are in a fairy tale. If you only have time for one hike during your trip here then do this one!
37 molta ag muintir na háite
LaVerna Preserve - Hiking Area
Fabulous hike through the forest that leads to craggy rocks with stunning ocean views. Looks and feels like you are in a fairy tale. If you only have time for one hike during your trip here then do this one!
Well-kept park beach with white sand. Good spot for families.
11 molta ag muintir na háite
Pemaquid Beach Park
Pemaquid Beach ParkWell-kept park beach with white sand. Good spot for families.
Sightseeing
It’s on the Maine state quarter for a reason. Stunning old light house with incredible views. This is a must see!
128 molta ag muintir na háite
Pemaquid Point Lighthouse
3115 Bristol RdIt’s on the Maine state quarter for a reason. Stunning old light house with incredible views. This is a must see!
For history buffs interested in Colonial Pemaquid.
18 molta ag muintir na háite
Colonial Pemaquid State Historic Site
Colonial Pemaquid DriveFor history buffs interested in Colonial Pemaquid.
Food Scene
Muscongus Bay Lobster
28 Landing RoadExcellent seafood and views. BYOB
Casual dining on the harbor. Great views and seafood. Ferry access to Monhegan Island.
47 molta ag muintir na háite
Shaw's Fish & Lobster Wharf Restaurant
129 ME-32Casual dining on the harbor. Great views and seafood. Ferry access to Monhegan Island.
Formerly the Samoset. Great food and drinks. Live music and brunch on Sundays.
14 molta ag muintir na háite
The Harbor Room Restaurant
2477 Bristol RoadFormerly the Samoset. Great food and drinks. Live music and brunch on Sundays.
Family run spot that is known for their sticky buns. A good option for breakfast or brunch.
13 molta ag muintir na háite
The Cupboard Café
137 Huddle RdFamily run spot that is known for their sticky buns. A good option for breakfast or brunch.
Former cannery serving up local food and wood fired pizza. Live music some nights. Excellent bar!
30 molta ag muintir na háite
The Contented Sole
Colonial Pemaquid RoadFormer cannery serving up local food and wood fired pizza. Live music some nights. Excellent bar!
This is just up the road from the Shop. It is easy going and friendly, has great Maine food and local lobster, and a wonderful outdoor view!
17 molta ag muintir na háite
Pemaquid Seafood
32 Co-Op RdThis is just up the road from the Shop. It is easy going and friendly, has great Maine food and local lobster, and a wonderful outdoor view!
In Damariscotta, laid back lunch with excellent lobster rolls and fresh seafood choices.
7 molta ag muintir na háite
The Lobster Haul
115 Elm StIn Damariscotta, laid back lunch with excellent lobster rolls and fresh seafood choices.
Food scene
Barn Door Cafe
While in Damariscotta stop in for coffee and excellent fresh pastries.