Maine Highlands Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The old and new bridges side by side. You can go to an observation deck at the top of one of the new bridges towers. #OnTheRoad
The old and new bridges side by side. You can go to an observation deck at the top of one of the new bridges towers. #OnTheRoad
This lessor known Fort Knox protected the Penobscot Narrows.  #OnTheRoad
The Observatory tower
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Where to stay in Maine Highlands

Aerial photo Bangor Maine at night twilight colors

Downtown Bangor

While visiting Downtown Bangor, you might make a stop by sights like Waterfront Park and Maine Discovery Museum.

Downtown Bangor
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Lucerne-in-Maine

While Lucerne-in-Maine isn't home to many top sights, Phillips Lake and Telephone Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Lucerne-in-Maine
road in a cemetery

Fairmount

When in Fairmount, you can plan a visit to Bangor Raceway and Cross Insurance Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Fairmount
Bangor, ME - USA - Oct. 12, 2021: Horitzontal view of the Bangor Public Library. Built in 1911 in Early Modernist Architecture by Peabody and Stearns.

Great Fire of 1911 Historic District

A noteworthy feature of Great Fire of 1911 Historic District is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out University of Maine Museum of Art and Bangor Farmers Market.

Great Fire of 1911 Historic District
Aerial photo Bangor Maine at night twilight colors

Little City

When in Little City, you can plan a visit to Waterfront Park and Maine Savings Amphitheater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Little City
Bangor, ME - USA - Oct. 12, 2021: Vertical head on view of The Union Street Brick Church, a landmark church located in the heart of the downtown historic district at 126 Union St. in Bangor, Maine

West Market Square Historic District

While West Market Square Historic District isn't home to many top sights, Waterfront Park and Maine Savings Amphitheater are some notable places to visit nearby.

West Market Square Historic District
Bangor Grande

Bangor Grande

2.5 out of 5
357 Odlin Rd Bangor ME
The price is NZ$138 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
NZ$138
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bangor. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a free airport shuttle and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,092 reviews)
Our stay was fantastic pre and post vacation!! Everyone from front desk staff to shuttle driver were superb. After 12 days away we came back to a very dead car battery and a nice gentleman that worked in restaurant got us boosted and car running again . We will definitely stay again when flying out ...

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Bangor Grande
Hollywood Casino Bangor

Hollywood Casino Bangor

3 out of 5
500 Main Street Bangor ME
The price is NZ$278 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
NZ$278
13 Mar - 14 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bangor. Enjoy a casino, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,374 reviews)
Everything was great

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Hollywood Casino Bangor
Bangor Aviator Hotel, BW Premier Collection

Bangor Aviator Hotel, BW Premier Collection

3 out of 5
308 Godfrey Blvd Bangor ME
The price is NZ$186 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
NZ$186
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bangor. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,400 reviews)
Staff was friendly and accommodating

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Bangor Aviator Hotel, BW Premier Collection
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lakefront home with something to enjoy for every season!

Lakefront home with something to enjoy for every season!

Lee ME
Stay at this cabin in Lee. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attraction Mt. Jefferson is located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (178 reviews)
Awesome time exploring the big woods with the lady and dogs. Clean house and pet friendly!

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Lakefront home with something to enjoy for every season!
Gorgeous Lakefront House Rental facing South on Green Lake in Dedham, Maine

Gorgeous Lakefront House Rental facing South on Green Lake in Dedham, Maine

Dedham ME
Stay at this holiday home in Holden. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a water park and a garden. Popular attractions Green Lake and Telephone Museum are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (31 reviews)
We had a wonderful stay at the Dunn Inn. We spent days on the docks enjoying the sun and swimming. The docks and swim platforms as well as inner tubes and noodles gave lots of options for kids to play. We especially liked the shallow water entry which was perfect for smaller children. My favorite ...

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025

Gorgeous Lakefront House Rental facing South on Green Lake in Dedham, Maine
Newly Renovated Camp on West Grand Lake in Grand Lake Stream Maine

Newly Renovated Camp on West Grand Lake in Grand Lake Stream Maine

Grand Lake Stream ME
Stay at this holiday home in Grand Lake Stream. Enjoy an in-room coffee maker. Popular attraction West Grand Lake is located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (159 reviews)
The host was very nice. For the price the amenities could have been a little better. But overall it was a good place

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Newly Renovated Camp on West Grand Lake in Grand Lake Stream Maine
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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