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20 things to do for under $twenty in Maine this time of twelvemonth

Explore Maine this season on the cheap.

Pemaquid Point Light in Maine. iStock

Maine, the northernmost New England land known for its maritime history, lighthouses, and lobsters, is too a popular destination in the colder months. The state'south cute mountains offer all forms of cold-weather condition fun, including skiing, snowboarding, and sledding. And with nationally recognized restaurants and museums throughout the state, it's easy to have indoor fun, as well.

"I consider Maine to be pretty down to Globe and pretty accommodating to anybody and everybody," said Republic of chad Cukierski, manager of Big Chicken Barn Books & Antiques in Ellsworth, Maine. "It's a place where yous can exist yourself. It's a welcoming community."

All-time of all, exploring Maine doesn't have to be expensive. Ahead, check out 20 things to practice for under $twenty this flavor in the Pine Tree State.

Nutrient + Drink

Have a tour at Allagash Brewery.

1. Tour and taste the beer at Allagash Brewery in Portland

Allagash Brewery has been making Belgian-inspired beers in Portland since 1995. The brewery offers costless tours vii days a calendar week, and each (21+) person gets 4 iii-ounce pours.(Allagash Brewery, 50 Industrial Way, Portland)

2. Lodge seafood chowder from Maine Diner in Wells

This diner is no stranger to accolades: It's been featured on Food Network's Diners, Drive-ins and Dives, the Today show, and Phantom Gourmet. Order a bowl of the honour-winning seafood chowder. "The hugger-mugger is cooking all the stuff in the same water," said owner Dick Henry, who bought the diner in 1983, about the chowder full of clams, scallops, shrimp, and lobster.(Maine Diner, Road i, Wells)

3. Take hold of a doughnut at Frosty's in Brunswick

The cake-style doughnuts at this shop, which has served visitors since 1964, are "a piffling bit of heaven," co-ordinate toTravel + Leisure. The store is currently selling a seasonal carrot doughnut.(Frosty's Donuts, 54 Master St., Brunswick)

iv. Become a croissant at Standard Baking Co. in Portland

It's no surprise that these pastries were named among the "Best Croissants in America" past Food & Wine magazine, given that Alison Pray, one of the founders, was a semifinalist for a prestigious James Bristles accolade for Outstanding Baker this year. What's her secret? "Likewise using the best ingredients we tin can discover, we're only baking in the moment all day long," Pray said. "So things don't sit around, everything is offered every bit fresh as possible right out of the oven."(Standard Blistering Co., 75 Commercial St., Portland)

5. Eat blueberry pancakes at Crissy'south Breakfast & Coffee Bar in Damariscotta

Maine'due south official fruit is the wild blueberry, and this spot packs as many of them as possible into its blueberry pancakes. The cakes are topped with organic maple syrup from the Strawberry Hill Subcontract in Skowhegan. (Crissy's Breakfast & Coffee Bar, 212 Main St., Damariscotta)

half-dozen. Gild fries at Duckfat in Portland

This sandwich store'due south classic Belgian fries are fabricated with local Maine potatoes fried in duck fat. The poutine is topped with locally sourced cheese curd, duck gravy, and fresh chives.(Duckfat, 43 Middle St., Portland)

seven. Grab a slice at Roma Pizza in Kennebunkport

This pizza has "very special secret ingredients" in its sauce, and the dough is made fresh daily, according to the restaurant'southward website. You lot can simply get it Fri through Sun considering the restaurant is closed during the other days of the week.(Roma Pizza, 5 Marriage St., Kennebunkport)

8. Nab a hot dog at Flo'south in York

Flo'south is a family-owned and operated business that's been dishing out dogs since 1959. Order one with Flo's famous relish on elevation. (Flo's, 1359 Route 1, Cape Neddick)

Outdoor Activities

9. Go cantankerous country skiing at Pineland Farms in New Gloucester

Pineland Farms offers more than 18 miles of trails for cross-country skiing, sledding, and snowshoeing on 5,000 acres of woodlands. An adult cross-country ski day laissez passer is only $xviii, or $12 for a half day. Equipment rentals are available, too.(Pineland Farms, fifteen Farm View Drive, New Gloucester)

10. Take a horse-drawn sleigh ride at The Bethel Inn Resort in Bethel

Accept a thirty-infinitesimal horse-drawn sleigh ride through the beautiful fields behind The Bethel Inn Resort. Trips cost $16 for adults. The resort also has a Cantankerous Country Ski & Snowshoe Center, where you can purchase a day laissez passer for $18 and explore almost 25 miles of breathtaking trails, including 4 miles of snowshoe trails. (The Bethel Inn Resort, 21 Broad St., Bethel)

11. Go tubing at Eaton Mountain in Skowhegan

This family unit-owned and operated mountain, in business organisation since 1961, offers three-hour tubing sessions for $14. If you are a skier with children, kids 12 and nether ski free with a paying developed.(Eaton Mountain, 89 Lambert Route, Skowhegan)

12. Walk the Marginal Style in Ogunquit

If weather permits, it won't cost you a thing to stroll forth the Marginal Way, a i 1/4-mile coastal path that offers sweeping panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. While dogs are not immune on the path in the leap and summertime, you can bring them along in the offseason from October 1to March 31.(Marginal Mode, Embankment St., Ogunquit)

Arts + Entertainment

13. Visit the Maine Maritime Museum in Bath

Learn near the Maine's maritime history, lobster fishing, and lobster science, or then caput over to view historic shipyard photography, more than 140 minor boats, and more.(Maine Maritime Museum, 243 Washington St., Bath)

xiv. Go to the Portland Museum of Fine art in Portland

The Portland Museum of Fine art houses American, European, and contemporary art, also as art from Maine. The museum offers curator talks, tours, and family events. Information technology also shows films and volition host several films for the 2017 Maine Jewish Flick Festival, taking identify March xviii-25. The museum is free on Fri nights from iv to 8 p.m.(Portland Museum of Fine art, 7 Congress Square, Portland)

fifteen. Listen to live music at the Piano Bar and Lounge in Ogunquit

Guild a cocktail and listen to live music at the Piano Bar and Lounge upstairs at The Forepart Porch eating place in Ogunquit, awarded a Certificate of Excellence past TripAdvisor. Pianists play every Sat night from vi p.grand. to close. (The Front Porch, nine Shore Road, Ogunquit)

xvi. Enjoy a movie — and a cocktail — at the Magic Lantern Theater in Bridgton

This circuitous includes three theaters and a pub. The theater balcony seats are 21+ and allow alcoholic drinks, as long as you order and pay for the drinks in the pub. A server will deliver the drinks to your seat. An adult motion picture ticket is $7.50, or $6 for a matinee.(Magic Lantern, ix Depot St., Bridgton)

17. Visit the Colby College Museum of Art in Waterville

Examine sculptures, videos, illustrations, paintings, and more than at the Colby College Museum of Art. Bonus: The museum is e'er free. (Colby College Museum of Fine art, Waterville)

Shopping

eighteen. Shop Maine's largest bookstore, Big Craven Barn Books & Antiques, in Ellsworth

This shop has more 150,000 books, making it the largest book store in the state, and the average book price is $6, co-ordinate to manager Chad Cukierski. This family unit-owned spot is a favorite with antique lovers too, who can explore everything from toys to paintings and lamps to jewelry on the first floor. "It'south a huge place to go shopping and look at treasures of the past," Cukierski said."(Big Craven Barn, 1768 Bucksport Route, Ellsworth)

nineteen. Become shopping at Reny's

Reny'south disbelieve section store, which debuted in 1949, bills itself as a "one-stop shopping chance"—they have clothes, toys, and toothpaste. The store was named amongst the All-time of Portland, Maine past Yankee magazine. (Reny'southward, diverse locations)

20. Get a deal at Sweet Pea's Family Consignment Store in Rockland

Boost your wardrobe or stock up on kids' dress and toys for a fraction of the toll. The used items at this 2d-hand shop are xxx to threescore percentage cheaper than if you purchased them new. In some cases, you lot can fifty-fifty deal with consignors for the best cost. (Sweetness Pea'south Family Assignment Store, 229 Park St., Rockland)