From the beautiful houses to the picturesque landscape, New England is one of a kind. There are so many unique towns in the area that it really is a great place to visit. If you ever have a chance to visit New England you should stop by one of these towns.
Bar Harbor, Maine
This is a great place for nature lovers. It contains parts of Acadia National Park and has a rugged coastline. During low tide a sandbar appears and makes for a great starting point to explore the shallow waters. The Abbe Museum and Acadia National Park are popular tourist attractions. For food, The Jordan Pond House and The Side Street Café are both excellent spots to take in the views and enjoy a delicious meal.
Woodstock, Vermont
Woodstock is rather small town and only contains a little over 3,000 residents. This adds to the small town feel and the charm of the area. There are a lot of great places to eat in Woodstock including the Mountain Creamery which features homemade ice cream and Bentley’s which utilizes local foods. Tourists tend to visit the Woodstock Town Hall Theatre where they can take in a show or enjoy some live music or visit the Billings Farm & Museum where they can learn about farm life.
Rockport, Massachusetts
Many people may recognize Rockport as it was featured in the movie The Proposal. The town has about 7,500 residents and is located north of Boston. It’s a little seaside village and many people visit the area to relax and stroll around Bearskin Neck. There’s an array of little eateries in the area for tourists to stop and grab a snack at including the hot dog restaurant called Top Dog.
Newport, Rhode Island
This town is considered the place to go for those that want to feel luxurious. There are quite a few mansions and beautiful buildings. Some of the best accommodations in New England can be found here including the Cliffside Inn. Many tourists journey on a 3.5 walk at Cliff Walk to take in a view of the homes of the rich and famous. The oldest Jewish house of worship in the U.S., Touro Synagogue, is also located in Newport. For those that would like an exquisite dining experience there’s the Mooring Restaurant.
Camden, Maine
Camden still remains rather small at less than 5,000 residents despite the fact that settlers first arrived in the area in the 18th century. It’s a great tourist destination as there are quite a few things to do including sailing at Camden Harbor or visiting Camden Hills State Park. Visitors tend to stop at Cappy’s Chowder House or The Waterfront to try some of the local cuisine.
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