Freeport Travel Guide

Home to world-class shopping, authentic Maine lobster, farm fresh meat, and scenic coastal views, Freeport is truly a unique village and a great place to spend time with family. Boasting old-school brick buildings -- some of which date back to the early 18th century -- coastal charm, and a tight-knit community of business-minded people, the small town of Freeport, oozes charm.

Things to Do in Freeport

Conveniently located along the coast, Freeport is home to Seacoast Tours, which is a local company that offers scenic cruises on the Casco Bay and features wildlife cruises.

Pettengill Farm, Freeport’s oldest saltwater farm, offers a number of nature trails, gardens, and fields for the public to enjoy, while the Fire Department Museum makes for a unique learning experience, offering fire memorabilia and informational exhibits.

Visitors to Freeport can also spend their time hiking in Bradbury Mountain State Park, bird watching and snowshoeing (when applicable) in Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park, and boating or camping at Winslow Park & Campground.

If you love to shop head to the stores in the Freeport Shopping Outlet, which is a mile long strip of stores including Ralph Lauren, Clinique, Totes, L.L Bean, and many more.

Best Places to Stay in Freeport

Many of Freeport’s various vacation rentals are located in the downtown area or on Main Street. However, there are also rental homes located on the edges of the city and closer to the ocean.

Best Time to Visit Freeport

The best time to visit Freeport is from June to September, as this is when the summer weather is at its peak.

Best Events in Freeport

A few of the events that Freeport holds each year include the Fall Festival, Sparkle Celebration, Northern Lights Celebration, and Flavors of Freeport. Celebrating all things cheese, the Maine Cheese Festival offers cheese tastings and shopping, as well as a variety of craft beer and food vendors.

Things to Do for Families in Freeport

L.L Bean’s Outdoor Discovery School has been offering family-friendly outdoor fun for years. The discovery school offers archery, fly fishing, stand up paddle boarding, clay shooting and more for only $20 per person. Smudge Art Studio for Kids is a fun place to take young children as it encourages their creative sides through shaving cream painting, finger painting, clay molding, and plenty of other creative projects.