Kid-Friendly

FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

Bring the kiddos for outdoor adventure and hands-on fun that suits every family member in Greater Portland, Maine. Plan a family outing that includes a day trip to a wildlife park, a visit to one of the state’s many fairs and festivals, or a trip to one of the coast’s sandy beaches where kids can play and cool off in the ocean waves.

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Exterior Drone, Photo Credit David Pratt Photography, courtesy of Children's Museum and Theatre of Maine
Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine

Variety of interactive exhibits & activities for children and families inspiring discovery and imagination.

Sailing. Photo Provided by Maine Camp Experience
Maine Camp Experience

Informational-based resource for Maine summer camps. Summers and Camp Belong in Maine. And So do YOU!

Exterior. Photo Provided by Northeast Whitewater Lodge & Guide Service
Northeast Whitewater Lodge + Guide Service

Scenic wilderness, rafting, family trips, moose watching tours, waterfall hikes, kayaking and canoeing.

Sky shot of Pineland. Photo Provided by Pineland Farms
Pineland Farms

Working farm open to the public for recreation and education. Animals, trails, market, and much more.

Boat Tour. Photo Credit: Bill Frappier
Portland Discovery Land & Sea Tours

Don't just see Portland- Discover it! Offer a wide variety of sightseeing and charter options by Land and Sea.

Bob Leading Tour. Photo Provided by Rugosa Lobster Tours
Rugosa Lobster Tours

Hosted on a traditional lobster boat, Rugosa’s lobster tour offers the most exclusive, personal, and educational cruise in Kennebunkport.

Parkour Class. Photo Courtesy of The Movement Lab Collective LLC
The Movement Lab Collective

Experience parkour authentically at The Movement Lab Collective: Maine’s authority on parkour and freerunning!

Bayside Bowl

20 lanes of 10-pin bowling. Excellent food, local brews & craft cocktails. Live music. Memorable spot for your event.

Funtown Splashtown U.S.A.

Fun comes in all shapes and sizes with rides, slides, pools, and games there is fun for all ages.

L.L.Bean Outdoor Discovery Programs

With many new courses, trips, tours, and introductory classes, we have an exciting adventure that's just right for you.

Maine Duck Tours

Land & sea adventures aboard a modern amphibious vehicle. A quacktastic historical tour of the Old Port and Harbor.

Maine Mariners

A professional ECHL ice hockey team based in Portland and plays their home games at the Cross Insurance Arena.

Maine Maritime Museum

Exhibits, lighthouse & nature cruises, kids' pirate ship, demos, family activities, hands-on fun for everyone.

Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Company + Museum

Scenic train ride along beautiful Casco Bay. Activities, historic railroad cars & exhibits.

Maine Warrior Gym

Parkour obstacle course gym modeled after the exciting and challenging courses used in Ninja Warrior competitions.

Museum at Portland Head Light

Located in the lighthouse keepers' quarters, the museum chronicles the oldest lighthouse in Maine.

Northern Outdoors Adventure Resort

Four season vacation resort. Whitewater rafting, hiking, fishing, snowmobile rentals & tours.

Palace Playland

New England's only beach front amusement park located on Old Orchard Beach with free admission.

Rocky Bottom Tours

A day in the life of a lobsterman from pulling traps and setting traps to examining sea life and selling the catch.

Southworth Planetarium

Explore galaxies, atoms, cells & the sea in our subterranean star dome. We offer shows, classes, & more.

The Point Community Center

Community space with playscape, turf field, and basketball court minutes from Maine Mall and Portland Jetport.

X-Golf Portland

Maine's Premier sports lounge and virtual golf experience. Come play on the world's most advanced and accurate golf simulator!

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