Castine

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Castine is a city in Maine.

[edit] Get in

From U.S. Highway 1, take routes 175 and 166 south from Orland into the town.

[edit] Get around

[edit][add listing] See

  • Dice Head Light, [1]. Daylight. An 1829 that can be seen on the bluffs at the end of Battle Ave. The lighthouse is not open to the public but the ground are open during daylight hours. edit

  • Fort Madison (End of Fort Madison Road, south of Perkins St.). The remains of two forts, one from the War of 1812, the other from the American Civil War. edit

  • TV State of Maine - Town dock (Intersection of Pleasant and Water Streets) - State of Maine is the training ship for the Maine Maritime Academy. It is open to visitors from July 4 until the end of August.
  • Wilson Museum, 107 Perkins Street, ☎ +1 207 326-9247 (), [2]. May 27 — September 30: Daily - 2pm—5pm. The Wilson Museum features not only local history, but also elements of various cultures around the world as well as primeveal history. In addition to the museum itself, the ground include the John Perkins House, a blacksmith shop, and a hearse house. Free, with the exception of guided tours of the Perkins House.  edit

[edit][add listing] Do

  • Witherle Woods (west of the town). Witherle Woods features walking trails on the wooded headlands just outside of town. edit

[edit][add listing] Buy

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  • Bah's Bakehouse, 26 Water St., ☎ +1 207 326-9510 (, fax: +1 207 326-2061), [3]. Speclializing in baked goods ranging from scones to cookies to cakes, Bah's also features a sandwhich menu so you can have a meal before dessert. edit

  • Dennett's Wharf Restaurant & Oyster Bar, 15 Sea Street, ☎ +1 207 326-9O45 (), [4]. True to its Maine heritage, Dennett's features a large selection of seafood, including lobsters up to 4 lbs. (1.8 kg). For the non-seafood types, they also have steak and chicked entrees. edit

[edit][add listing] Drink

  • Dennett's Wharf Restaurant & Oyster Bar, 15 Sea Street, ☎ +1 207 326-9O45 (), [5]. In addition to their seafood, Dennett's offers a selection of Maine microbrews and a decent wine list. edit

  • Stellas, 26 Water St, ☎ +1 207 326-9710.  edit

[edit][add listing] Sleep

  • Catine Inn, 33 Main St., ☎ +1 207 326-4365 (, fax: +1 207 326-4570), [6]. Built in 1889, this inn features 17 rooms with private baths. Continental breakfast. $95-265.  edit

  • Castine Harbor Lodge, 147 Perkins St, ☎ +1 207 326-4335.  edit

  • Pentagöet Inn, 26 Main St., ☎ +1 207 326-8616 (), [7]. This sixteen room inn is built in an 1894 building. The inn is open from May through October. All rooms include a full country breakfast, afternoon snack, bicyles, and wi-fi access. Dinner is available for an additional fee. $115.00-$245.00.  edit

[edit] Contact

[edit] Learn

  • Maine Maritime Academy, Pleasant Street, ☎ In state: (800) 464-6565; Out of state: (800) 227-8465, [8].  edit

[edit] Stay Safe

For fire and medical emergencies in Castine, dial 911 toll free from any phone.

For law enforcement emergencies in Castine, call the Sheriff's Department at +1 207 667-7575.

[edit] Get out

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