{"id":7297,"date":"2022-03-08T02:04:56","date_gmt":"2022-03-08T02:04:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/?p=7297"},"modified":"2023-08-29T17:23:31","modified_gmt":"2023-08-29T17:23:31","slug":"15-tourist-attractions-in-castine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/15-tourist-attractions-in-castine\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Tourist Attractions in Castine"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"334\" src=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Castine.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13809\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Castine.jpg 500w, https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Castine-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Castine is a town in Hancock County in eastern Maine. As of the 2020 census, the population was 1,320. The town is also home to the Maine Maritime Academy, a four-year institution that trains marine engineers and officers for the United States Merchant Marine. More than 1000 students attend the Academy. The school was established in 1886, and has grown to include many new businesses and amenities. The town is home to more than a thousand residents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Wilson Museum in Castine offers a close look at local history. Here, visitors can see reconstructed kitchens from 1805 and ship models. For those interested in learning more about the early history of the area, the museum is a great starting point. It also features a great view of the harbor, which makes it a great place to watch the sunrise during the summer. If you are looking for entertainment, you can check out nearby towns in Portland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Castine is home to the Maine Maritime Academy, a public college and nautical training college. The TS State of Massachusetts is a magnificent 500-foot naval research ship, which you can tour at the town dock. Unfortunately, I did not have time to see this beautiful vessel, but you can be assured it is worth a visit. There are also several museums, art galleries, and other attractions in the town. You can explore these unique attractions to get the most out of your trip to Castine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While visiting Castine, make sure to take a free walking tour. There are also two walking tours, which are both about a half mile and take about an hour to complete. Neither of these tours include the forts, but they cover other interesting aspects of the town&#8217;s history. In addition to its historical sites, the town is home to an impressive collection of fossils, including some 300-million-year-old trilobites. You can also take a harbor cruise, or even kayak in the bioluminescent bay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While you&#8217;re in Castine, make sure to stop in at the Pentagoet Inn, a charming 1894 B&amp;B. The restaurant serves excellent food and friendly service. If you&#8217;re a fan of local seafood, be sure to try their seafood dishes. If you&#8217;re traveling with a family, you&#8217;ll want to make reservations at the Town Docks. You&#8217;ll have plenty of time to explore the rest of the town, and take in the historic sights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re traveling by boat, make sure to book a time slot at the Town Docks. While you&#8217;re here, take some time to enjoy the beautiful natural landscape and historic markers of the area. If you&#8217;re looking for a quiet place to unwind with your family, make sure to plan your vacation to include some sightseeing. If you&#8217;re a history buff, this town&#8217;s historic landmarks will fascinate you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Castine is a town in Hancock County in eastern Maine. As of the 2020 census, the population was 1,320. The town is also home to the Maine Maritime Academy, a four-year institution that trains marine engineers and officers for the United States Merchant Marine. More than 1000 students attend the Academy. 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