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- All About Bangor Maine
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- Where to Dine in Bangor Maine
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- Discovering Exciting Things to Do in Bangor Maine
The city’s namesake is from an Irish hymn called “Bangor,” said to be one of local pastor Seth Noble’s favorites. Bangor Maine was incorporated in 1791, even though the town was initially going to be called Sunbury. Early settlers were quite drawn to the area because of an abundance of fishing and fur trading opportunities. Once the 19th century ar...
Paul Bunyan Statue
Bangor Maine is said to be where this mystical and legendary lumberjack is from. The Paul Bunyan statue marks the birthplace of the familiar woodsman and has been an iconic Main Street sight since its construction in 1959. The statue stands 31 feet tall and is touted as the “tallest Paul Bunyan statue in the world.” What also makes this idol unique is its crafter’s attention to detail and creation from vibrant fiberglass that’s able to withstand extreme weather conditions. Another aspect that...
Mount Hope Cemetery
The famous Mount Hope Cemeteryhas been on the National Register of Historic Places since 1974 and was even featured in Stephen King’s major 1989 motion picture “Pet Sematary.” The area itself is quite scenic. Visitors can amble through the historic, tree-lined grounds, which were constructed nearly 200 years ago. Mount Hope is one of the first garden cemeteries to be created in America. Aside from the trees and garden paths, the rural area features a peaceful pond and some impressive architec...
Orono Bog Boardwalk
The Orono Bog Boardwalk is a tranquil, 1-mile-long loop trail surrounded on all sides by lush greenery. It begins at the edge of the Bangor City Forest and crosses over into the Orono Bogthroughout much of the loop, where dense vegetation like peat moss can be found blanketing the ground. The trail is wheelchair accessible, and there are plenty of benches to rest and enjoy nature along the way. Read the trail’s educational signs if you want to learn more about the area’s diverse flora and fau...
Cole Land Transportation Museum
You’ll find a large and eclectic collection of Maine historic vehicles at the Cole Land Transportation Museum. Here are some intriguing antiques worth seeing in person: 1. The Bone Shaker Bicycle, a handcrafted bicycle constructed around 1880 2. The Excelsior Motorcycle, which was the first to be officially timed at reaching 100 mph in 1912 3. A horse-drawn hearse, which was constructed in 1895 by skilled woodworkers who were Maine State Prison inmates The museum is family friendly and even o...
Take a Stephen King Tour
Love Stephen King? Then you’ll know that the fictional town of Derry Maine is heavily inspired by King’s hometown — the real-life Maine town of Bangor! Derry is mentioned in multiple King works, including “IT,” “Bag of Bones,” and “Insomnia.” Hop on an SK Tours of Mainebus to sightsee numerous Bangor Maine landmarks that inspired the prolific horror novelist, as well as places the author has lived, worked, and more. The immersive tours are 2.5 to 3 hours long and include several stops where y...
Penobscot Theatre Company
Attend a wide variety of shows hosted by the wonderful Penobscot Theatre Company. This nonprofit, Bangor Maine theatre company hosts numerous musicals and plays all year long. It owns and operates the only opera house in the city, the art deco Bangor Opera House. It’s the town’s only remaining opera house of the original seven, which led to Bangor being nicknamed “the little Broadway of the North.” Backstage tours are available of the Bangor Opera House, and for lovers of the paranormal, ther...
Timber Kitchen & Bar
The ambiance of this upscale restaurant is heavily influenced by Maine’s old title as one of the largest lumber producers in the world. It has managed to create an atmosphere that’s somehow both sophisticated and lumberjack at the same time. Cozy up by the indoor fireplace at Timber Kitchen & Barwhile sipping a glass of wine paired with Charcuterie boards, small plates, artisan dishes, and some decadent comfort foods.
2 Feet Brewing
Also in the heart of downtown is 2 Feet Brewing, a family-operated brewery and pub. You must try some of the signature dishes — the Maine lobster pot pie, Thai curry puffs, truffle fries, and roasted red pepper and smoked gouda bisque. If you’re in need of dessert, this Bangor Maine restaurant has a rotating, homemade Cake of the Day. As for beer, the brewery has five rotating taps and one never-changing tap featuring its popular Barn Burner — a spicy, dark Saison brewed with roasted jalapeno...
Gifford’s Famous Ice Cream
Gifford’s Famous Ice Creambegan over 40 years ago at a family-owned, Maine dairy farm. Today, it has five family-operated scoop shops throughout the state, one of which is in Bangor. Between the five shops, it serves more than 1 million cones each year, making it one of the most popular ice cream shops in Maine! Some must-try flavors include cannoli, banana cream pie, campfire s’mores, fly fishing fudge, and pink peppermint stick.
Big Red House
The “Big Red House”is a beautiful, traditional Bangor home available to rent in the Whitney Park Historic District. The 2,600-square-foot home sleeps up to six people and is in a prime Bangor Maine location. The house is one of the oldest in the area and was built in 1869. The classic beauty of the house has been kept while mixing it with some modern renovations and luxuries.
The Country Inn at the Mall
The Country Inn at the Mallis a great hotel to stay at while visiting Bangor Maine. The homey, rustic, and comfortable inn is conveniently located with close access to plenty of shopping, dining, and entertainment venues — Maine Savings Amphitheater and the Cross Insurance Center. The Inn offers complimentary breakfast daily for all guests, along with an exercise area, free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping, and coin-operated laundry facilities. Cozy up by the fireplace in the lobby, and grab a fresh...
Bangor Inn & Suites
Bangor Inn & Suitesis located in the Bangor Shopping District where there are numerous shops and restaurants to check out within walking distance. Also, it’s just minutes from the Bangor International Airport, historic downtown Bangor, major entertainment venues, and other popular destinations. This casual, family-friendly hotel provides guests with complimentary Wi-Fi and a hot breakfast daily too!
There are so many exciting things to do in Bangor Maine for those of all ages and at any time of year! In fact, the city is one of the best places for a winter getaway in Maine. And while you’re here, you can explore more of the Highlands Moosehead region.
Bangor. Categories: city in the United States, county seat and locality. Location: City of Bangor, Penobscot, Highlands, Maine, New England, United States, North America. View on OpenStreetMap. Latitude. 44.8016° or 44° 48' 6" north. Longitude. -68.7713° or 68° 46' 17" west. Population.
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Downtown Bangor, a quintessential New England downtown, is full of things to discover! This vibrant urban community seated in the heart of Maine’s rural beauty, along the banks of the Kenduskeag Stream, features the best of Eastern Maine.
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