Kennebunk Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Kennebunk
Kennebunk
Kennebunk
Kennebunk showing a small town or village
Kennebunk featuring a house

Take a self-guided tour of this town to discover a New England house inspired by the grandeur of Milan’s cathedral, with many more attractions too.

Stroll around Kennebunk to discover buildings with interesting histories. The entire town participates in Museum in the Streets providing written descriptions at points of interest. Admire the architecture of fine old buildings that reveal the wealth in this area when shipbuilding was a major industry.

The Wedding Cake House adorns one of Kennebunk’s streets. Built in the 1850s, its wooden trim was designed and hand carved by the builder and a carpenter using the Italian cathedral’s façade as a blueprint. Learn more about how the building got its name in the early 1900s when a sea captain built the house for his bride.

Look for the Titcomb Garrison, possibly Kennebunk’s oldest house, built about 1740. It was designed to provide protection from Native American attacks. Discover more of Kennebunk’s history by visiting the Brick Store Museum that was originally separate businesses before being joined together.

Walk along the banks of the Mousam River flowing through town. It was the center of shipbuilding in the mid 1700s. More than 20 ocean vessels were built in this area until the industry moved downstream to Kennebunkport when the ships became too large for the river.

Look for a depression on the western bank of Kennebunk River. Known as The Landing, it is one of the last visible remnants of this shipbuilding industry that continued until 1918.

Spend a day at a Kennebunk beach. Gooch’s Beach is a crescent of white sand popular for sunbathing and aquatic sports. Try Mother’s Beach, which is smaller and attracts families with its playground. Middle Beach lies between these two and has black pebbles that hold the sun’s heat, which make even cooler days beach days.

Accessing this thriving industrial area in the shipbuilding days meant a railway was necessary. Visit the Boston & Maine R.R. Depot, which is now a commercial building, but trains still travel past the former station.

A trip to Kennebunk is a preserved glimpse into America’s past.

The Beach House Inn

The Beach House Inn

2.5 out of 5
211 Beach Avenue, Kennebunk, ME
The price is AU$394 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$394
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

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Hampton Inn Kennebunk Kennebunkport

Hampton Inn Kennebunk Kennebunkport

2.5 out of 5
6 Independence Drive, Kennebunk, ME
The price is AU$385 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$385
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kennebunk. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Dock ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (758 reviews)
Great stay
"We had a wonderful stay. The staff was super friendly, rooms were spacious, quiet, and clean. Loved the chocolate chip cookies at 6pm. Short drive to Kennebunkport. Would highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

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Kings Port Inn

Kings Port Inn

2.5 out of 5
18 Western Ave, Kennebunk, ME
The price is AU$443 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$443
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kennebunk. Enjoy free breakfast, cable TV channels, and housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, ok but over priced"

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Kings Port Inn
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Elmwood Resort Hotel

Elmwood Resort Hotel

3 out of 5
1351 Post Rd, Wells, ME
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Wells. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (364 reviews)
"I liked everything"

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Elmwood Resort Hotel
Huttopia Southern Maine

Huttopia Southern Maine

2.5 out of 5
149 Sand Pond Rd, Sanford, ME
Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Sanford. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Pine Hollow Little Par Three ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (32 reviews)
"Management and staff were great! Really made us feel welcome. Particularly, Margot (Assistant Mngr). It was a peaceful, restful stay. It was nice to disconnect from our busy life for a couple of days. So much more enjoyable than if we would have stayed in a hotel as we were able to enjoy the outdoors ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2025

Huttopia Southern Maine
Oceanfront condo!!!!  Steps to 7 mile beach & downtown OOB. 3rd floor w/elevator

Oceanfront condo!!!! Steps to 7 mile beach & downtown OOB. 3rd floor w/elevator

Old Orchard Beach
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9.6/10 Exceptional! (210 reviews)
"Our new favorite place to stay in OOB! Very nice space with incredible views and the most convenient location. The condo was extremely clean, well maintained and welcoming. Everything was perfect. We look forward to making this our new go to spot!"

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Oceanfront condo!!!! Steps to 7 mile beach & downtown OOB. 3rd floor w/elevator
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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