Stay at the York Harbor Inn in the town of York Harbor. Set in a series of five lodges, guest rooms include amenities such as ocean views, private balconies, fireplaces and spa tubs. Guests receive a continental breakfast from the inn's restaurants, the 1637 and Ship's Cellar Pub, which also serve lunch and dinner. A seafood restaurant is within walking distance of the inn and dining and shopping in downtown York are just over one mile away. Attractions such as the Nubble Lighthouse, Cape Neddick Country Club golf course, York's Wild Kingdom, Argamenticus Riding Stables and tennis courts are within five miles of the inn.
York's Wild Kingdom and Amusement Park in York Beach has a petting zoo, miniature golf, paddle boats, pony rides, a gift shop and picnic grounds. Animal exhibits include elephants, alligators, primates and tigers. The amusement park features bumper boats, a 90-foot slide, go-carts, a ferris wheel, carousel and a video game arcade. Parking is free.
The Cape Neddick, or Nubble, Lighthouse, is set on a small island on the north side of York Harbor. This scenic lighthouse was built in 1879, deemed necessary after a large shipwreck took place in the area. The lighthouse is 41 feet tall and the lantern room features original brass fittings. According to New England Lighthouses, the Nubble has been featured on more postcards, calendars and souvenirs than almost any other lighthouse on the east coast.
Learn about the York region's rich history at the Museums of Old York. The campus includes nine historic buildings, an art gallery, archival library and gardens. First colonized in 1641, the town of York is the first chartered city in the U.S. and the museum holds many artifacts and antiques from colonial times. Explore a series of preserved buildings from the 18th century, such as Jeffered's Tavern, the Old Gaol and the John Hancock Warehouse.
No trip to York would be complete without experiencing the region's natural beauty. The Mount Agamenticus Conservation Region offers 10,000 acres of land crossed by more than 40 miles of hiking, biking, walking, horseback riding and ATV trails. This heavily forested reserve is home to a diverse variety of plants and animals, so bring your camera. The Learning Lodge, located at the mountain's summit, offers environmental education programs and activities.
