12 days in The Maine Beaches Itinerary

Ogunquit means "beautiful place by the sea" in the language of the Native Americans who inhabited the region long ago, and this remains an accurate description of this holiday destination today.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Ogunquit: Saco (Ferry Beach State Park & Funtown Splashtown USA), Walker's Point (in Kennebunkport) and Old Orchard Beach (Pirate's Cove, Old Orchard Beach, &more). The adventure continues: take in the dramatic natural features at Perkins Cove, visit a coastal fixture at Nubble Lighthouse, get to know the fascinating history of Marginal Way Walkway, and admire the masterpieces at Ogunquit Museum of American Art.

To see more things to do, maps, photos, and tourist information, use the Ogunquit trip website.

Nashville to Ogunquit is an approximately 8-hour combination of flight and bus. You can also drive; or take a bus. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Nashville to Ogunquit due to the time zone difference. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from Nashville in July; daily highs in Ogunquit reach 81°F and lows reach 58°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Fri) early enough to travel back home.