Things To Do
Walk Marginal Way to Perkins Cove, then visit the beach, Playhouse, museum, or river.
Beyond Marginal Way and Perkins Cove, the main choices are Ogunquit’s long barrier beach, the summer Playhouse, the art museum and Shore Road galleries, Mount Agamenticus, and time on the tidal river or open water.
Ogunquit Playhouse
The historic Ogunquit Playhouse stages Broadway musicals in its summer theater on Route 1. Check the current production calendar. After a matinee, have dinner on Shore Road; before an evening performance, reserve an earlier meal.
Kayak or cruise
Perkins Cove operators run sightseeing, sailing, fishing, and lobstering-style trips, while the Ogunquit River behind the beach offers more sheltered paddling. Check wind, tide, and operator schedules before choosing between the river and open water.
Shore Road galleries
The Ogunquit Museum of American Art overlooks Narrow Cove near Perkins Cove, while galleries continue along Shore Road. The museum includes a sculpture garden and ocean-facing grounds near Perkins Cove.
Ogunquit Beach
Use the Main Beach entrance for the classic river-mouth view and quick access from the village. The broad sand continues north, and low tide exposes considerably more walking room.
Footbridge Beach
The footbridge entrance reaches the same barrier beach farther north. It is useful for Route 1 stays, but its municipal lot also fills on hot summer mornings.
Mount Agamenticus
For wooded trails and summit views, drive to the conservation area in York. Check current road, parking, and trail notices before leaving Ogunquit.
The Playhouse, museum, and Shore Road galleries
Plan dinner around the Ogunquit Playhouse schedule
The Playhouse occupies a historic summer-theater building on Route 1 north of the village. Its Broadway musical calendar changes each season, so choose the performance before reserving dinner. After a matinee, have dinner on Shore Road. For an evening performance, reserve an earlier dinner.
See American art above Narrow Cove
The Ogunquit Museum of American Art sits just beyond Perkins Cove with ocean-facing grounds and a sculpture garden. Combine it with time in the Cove and check seasonal opening dates before going.
Follow the art colony along Shore Road
Several galleries operate along Shore Road between the village and Perkins Cove. Browse them while walking between those areas rather than making a separate drive. Exhibitions and opening days vary by gallery and season.
Choose open ocean, tidal river, or harbor water
Beach swimming
Main Beach and Footbridge Beach face the Atlantic and share the same long barrier strand. Water temperature, surf, tide, and posted beach conditions matter more than the entrance you choose.
Ogunquit River paddling
The tidal river behind the beach offers a more sheltered setting than the ocean. Confirm tide, rental availability, launch rules, and wind before committing to a paddle.
Perkins Cove boat trips
Sightseeing, sailing, fishing, and lobstering-style departures leave from the Cove. The exact fleet and schedule change seasonally, and fog or rough water can cancel departures.
Rain, fog, and cool-weather options
Rain
Check museum hours, gallery opening days, and the Playhouse performance calendar. These stops require less exposed time than the beach or Marginal Way.
Fog or strong wind
Boat departures may change, and exposed sections of Marginal Way can be wet. Shore Road galleries and village restaurants remain close together.
Cool and clear
Mount Agamenticus offers wooded trails away from the beach. Check summit-road, parking, and trail notices before driving to York.
Guide picks
Things To Do
From Boston: Kennebunkport Day Trip & Optional Trolley Tour
A guided day trip from Boston exploring Maine's southern coast, including York, Ogunquit, Kennebunkport, Nubble Light, and the Bush Compound.
Boston: City Cruises Whale Watching Cruise
Whale watching cruise with expert naturalists from the New England Aquarium, departing from Boston Harbor with indoor and outdoor viewing options.
Portland: Trolley City Tour with Portland Head Light Stop
A fully narrated 2-hour trolley tour with a stop at Portland Head Light, showcasing Portland's historic sites and scenic views.
Portland: Best of Maine Lighthouse Scenic Cruise
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Portland: Casco Bay Sunset and Lighthouse Cruise
Enjoy a 105-minute guided sunset cruise in Casco Bay from Portland, featuring scenic lighthouse views, island passages, and onboard amenities including a bar and restrooms.