You’ve probably come to Maine for a lot of reasons. Chief among them are lobster, seafood and…more lobster. The good news? You’ll find a lot of that throughout the state! The better news? You’ll also get a side order of some serious New England vibes when you find it. While there are a lot of places in Maine that feel as picturesque as a movie set, we may have found the most New England town in Maine. Welcome to Wiscasset!
This wonderful town has recognized itself, officially, as the “prettiest village in Maine.”
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Overlooking the Sheepscot River, Wiscasset comes with the type of charm that can only be found in the quintessential small Maine town.
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A day trip during any time of year should start with a trip through downtown.
dougtone / Flickr Main Street is exactly what you’d imagine in New England. Wonderful locally owned shops line the street, which is also dotted with restaurants, coffee shops and bars.
Main Street leads to the Sheepscot River and the view might just top all Main Street views in the state!
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The next place you’ll want to stop is Red’s Eats.
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Home to one of the best lobster spots in Maine, Red’s Eats almost always has a line in the summer so be sure to stop in earlier in the day.
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Line too long? Head to Sprague’s Lobster at the end of Main Street for another incredible lobster roll.
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Wiscasset is also home to views that scream New England.
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Whether you’re simply roaming downtown in beautiful weather…
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…or looking for the Maine fog that comes on overcast days.
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Wiscasset is also home to some surprising attractions.
ugardener / Flickr The town is also rumored to be the site of Marie Antoinette’s escape house before her execution during the French Revolution. Local ship captain, Stephen Clough, made his way to France to rescue his daughter who, coincidently, was in the same prison. Clough’s wife even prepared their home for the queen. Legend says she nearly escaped but refused to leave without her son. The house can be seen across the river at Castle Tucker.
Built in 1807, Castle Tucker is one of the oldest in Maine.
Castle Tucker / Facebook It now operates as a museum allowing visitors to see how the last Victorian residents would have lived their daily lives.
And, just across from Castle Tucker is said to be the location of Marie Antoinette’s escape house prior to her execution in France.
There’s also a wonderful artist vibe found throughout the town.
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Looking to enjoy nature? Check out the Sunken Garden.
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It’s peaceful and full of well manicured trees, plants and flowers.
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Make it an overnight trip by booking yourself into the Snow Squall B&B.
Snow Squall Inn Bed and Breakfast / Facebook The Snow Squall is located close to downtown as well as within walking distance of the water. And, it offers on-site yoga. Visit them at: 5 Bradford Road, Wiscasset / 207-882-6892
Most importantly, simply enjoy yourself and soak up all the New England you can here in Wiscasset!
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Here are 14 other towns that feel tailor made for Mainers!
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Specifically, a town with under 4,000 residents as of the last census.
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Main Street is exactly what you’d imagine in New England. Wonderful locally owned shops line the street, which is also dotted with restaurants, coffee shops and bars.
hphillips / Flickr
twiga_swala / Flickr
hisgett / Flickr
The town is also rumored to be the site of Marie Antoinette’s escape house before her execution during the French Revolution. Local ship captain, Stephen Clough, made his way to France to rescue his daughter who, coincidently, was in the same prison. Clough’s wife even prepared their home for the queen. Legend says she nearly escaped but refused to leave without her son. The house can be seen across the river at Castle Tucker.
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It now operates as a museum allowing visitors to see how the last Victorian residents would have lived their daily lives.
And, just across from Castle Tucker is said to be the location of Marie Antoinette’s escape house prior to her execution in France.
Snow Squall Inn Bed and Breakfast / Facebook
The Snow Squall is located close to downtown as well as within walking distance of the water. And, it offers on-site yoga. Visit them at: 5 Bradford Road, Wiscasset / 207-882-6892
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