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Maine Tourism Association

327 Water Street · Hallowell, ME

Why you should go…

The Maine Tourism Association is a nonprofit trade group that has represented the state's tourism industry for nearly a century. It promotes Maine's attractions, lodging and events to travelers through mainetourism.com and printed guides such as Maine Invites You, and it lists the state's network of visitor information centers. The association is headquartered on Water Street in Hallowell, near Augusta.

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General sightseeing guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • The forecast is part of the ticket

    Haze, low cloud, and rain flatten a view. Clear-day visits are worth rearranging your plans for.

  • Golden hour sells out first

    Sunset slots at observation decks and cruises are the first to go, so book those further ahead.

  • Dress a layer warmer

    It is always breezier up high and out on the water than it feels at street level.

  • Timed entry is common

    Plenty of landmarks release tickets in windows rather than at the door, so check before you walk over.

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