Portland stays on the point of busting out as one of many East Coast’s premier getaways.
Given its location nestled within the nook of the Northeast, it nonetheless looks as if a faraway land for individuals who overlook this pleasant metropolis brimming with red-brick rows of retailers and eats amongst seaside serenity.
Although Maine is thought for its tranquility, if there’s a bustling metropolis right here, it might positively be Portland, particularly downtown’s busy, walkable streets.
Maine’s hottest metropolis is just an hour throughout the New Hampshire-Maine border, that means there’s a lot untapped potential to discover on this underrated state.
One such city is simply half-hour away and its quintessential New England boasting craft beer, contemporary seafood and genuine allure that can certainly captivate you.
Brunswick is a delight to go to, particularly given its shut entry to the area’s astounding nature together with wondrous islands and blissful seashores.
Cheers To This Foodie Heaven!
If you have been to varsity, you already know what the everyday scene is like, however Brunswick is not your common faculty city with off-the-rails tailgates and wild Spring Breaks.
This laid-back city, situated alongside the scenic Androscoggin River, is residence to historic Bowdoin College, which dates again to the 1700s.
No guarantees if the dorm rooms get rowdy, however Brunswick holds all of the positives of a faculty city with out the chaos.
First and foremost – beer!
The craft beer scene is booming; the proper pairing for the area’s decadent seafood too.
While wine tends to obtain all of the hype in fall, many breweries provide seasonal brews corresponding to pumpkin ales and laborious ciders.
One of one of the best locations to seize a pint is throughout the river at Sea Dog Brewery in neighboring Topsham, the place their ‘Blueberry’ declare to fame may have you forgetting about all of the others’ pumpkin concoctions.
You gotta ask your self in case you actually visited Maine with out savoring the flavour of the world’s most famed crustacean.
Lobsters are a lifestyle on this state and go far past the stylish meals vans of Portland with Brunswick’s personal unsuspecting dives like Cameron’s Lobster House serving up Lobster Salads and Lobster Rolls.
Although, I’ve visited this space years in the past and my private favourite (together with many others) is Red’s Eats within the close by city of Wiscasset.
Foodie Tip: Don’t skip out on Maine’s potato donuts both!
Small Town Charm & Gorgeous Scenery
Visiting downtown Brunswick is a should. Perusing all of the delights of Maine Street (sure, cleverly with an “e”) will maintain you busy for hours, testing bookstores, cafes, boutiques, and extra.
Brunswick’s allure goes past New England structure and quiet brick streets. There’s extra to do right here than you would possibly count on.
One such distinctive attraction is to observe alongside the Maine Art Museum Art Trail passing via Brunswick’s Boudoin College (and it is free!).
There’s additionally an array of historic houses to go to as Brunswick holds deep ties to the Civil War. Visit what locals typically name a ‘time capsule’ at Skolfield-Whittier House ($15 to enter).
While there are many fall occasions to take pleasure in, some of the hyped festivities is the city’s Winter Market re-opening November eleventh.
But earlier than winter hits, fall makes for the proper time to discover Brunswick’s stunning nature whether or not it’s strolls on the spotless seashores or mountaineering corresponding to close by Maquoit Bay for epic fall foliage photo-ops.
Stunning Islands In Close Reach
The solely draw back to visiting the multitude of islands proper now could be puffin season is over, so mark your calendars for subsequent summer season!
Maine’s Midcoast is residence to really unbelievable islands, the place fall is the final season of the 12 months to make the journey worthy.
Ferries are nonetheless in operation, taking these within the know to a number of the state’s best-kept secrets and techniques.
You’ll must depart from Portland to go to a number of the prime islands exterior Brunswick, corresponding to:
- Peaks Islands
- Cheabeague Island
- Long Island
The excellent news is you may as well drive to some islands like Orr’s Island and Bailey Island, residence to cozy seaside cottages and nearly crowd-free seashores in fall.
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