We happen to believe that we live in the best little corner of the world. We work here, live here, and help other people find their homes here! The four seasons are often celebrated, but Summer is a special part of the year when us New Englanders get to go out and play.
Here’s a list of some great activities for the whole family, whether you want to get away for a weekend or need some rainy-day options.
ZOOS
Lions & tigers & bears…oh my! Zoos are a great day trip for the whole family and we have some great zoos in our area.
York’s Wild Kingdom in York, Maine
BEACHES
It’s summer, so of course, going to the beach is a must. We break down some great beaches in a few different areas.
Boston area beaches:
Carson Beach & M Street Beach in South Boston
Constitution Beach in East Boston
Lovells Island, Boston Harbor Islands
North Shore Beaches:
Good Harbor Beach in Gloucester
Nahant Beach Reservation in Nahant
Plum Island beach in Newburyport
Wingaersheek Beach in Gloucester
South Shore Beaches:
Plymouth Long Beach in Plymouth
Southern New Hampshire Beaches:
Southern Maine Beaches:
Kennebunk Beach, Kennebunkport, ME
New Hampshire Lakes Region Beaches
From Lake Winnipesaukee to White Lake, there are dozens of public beaches all along the shores of the incredible lakes in New Hampshire’s Lakes Region. The total list of public beaches can be found here!
INDOOR ACTIVITIES – GREAT YEAR-ROUND!
Unfortunately, we can’t control the weather, although we wish we could. Here are some fun rainy day activities!
Kings Bowling (many locations)
Xtreme Craze Family Fun Center (many locations)
WEEKEND GETAWAYS
If a day trip just isn’t long enough, here are some great weekend getaways for a change of scenery!
Red Jacket Resorts (Cape Cod & North Conway, NH)
Omni Mount Washington Resort in North Conway, NH
Adventure Suites in North Conway, NH
Anchorage Inn in York Beach, ME
Time flies when you’re having fun, and summer has just begun! You have plenty of time to go away for a weekend or two, or try out a new activity!