Guidebook for Augusta
Food Scene
The Liberal Cup
115 Water StThe Quarry Tap Room
122 Water StOutside patio dining on the river, craft beer.
Lisa's Legit Burritos
185 Water StReally delicious burritos with options like butternut squash.
Sun Sun
239 Water StLots of vegetarian options. Delicious pizza. Nice views of the river.
7 locals recommend
Otto's on the River
287 Water StreetLots of vegetarian options. Delicious pizza. Nice views of the river.
Bruno's Wood-Fired Pizzeria of Hallowell
192 Water StreetWood-fired pizza at its finest.
Café De Bangkok
232 Water StWhen you are craving Thai...
Lucky Garden
218 Water StHallowell’s Chinese food scene.
The Blind Pig Tavern
266 Water StreetGreat for a cocktail after a day of hiking.
Lisa's Restaurant & Catering
15 Bangor StGreat breakfast place. Get there before 11:00 am.
Grateful Grain Brewing Company
26 ME-126Bateau Brewing
149 Water StreetOutside deck, picnic area, and fire pit.
Cushnoc Brewing Co.
243 Water StBeer and wood fired pizza.
Arts & Culture
Maine State Museum
230 State StThis charming museum is a must-see for Maine tourists.
Farnsworth Art Museum
16 Museum StFort Western
16 Cony StFort Western is a National Historic Landmark.
Gardiner Public Library
152 Water StBeautiful place to just ‘be.’
This museum adds another dimension to the exhibits by including clothing and accessories of the motorists who would have been using the automobiles in the collection.
31 locals recommend
The Seal Cove Auto Museum
1414 Tremont RdThis museum adds another dimension to the exhibits by including clothing and accessories of the motorists who would have been using the automobiles in the collection.
Parks & Nature
Viles Arboretum
153 Hospital StSerene natural environment with hiking trails.
Vaughan Woods
Nice hiking trails.
Popham Beach State Park
711 Popham RdOcean beach getaway without the crowds.
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
105 Botanical Gardens DrIt’s an hour drive, but worth it. So beautiful.
Shopping
Dollar General
296 Eastern AveThis Dollar General on Route 17 is the closest food store at 4.4 miles.
Hussey's General Store
510 Ridge RdIconic Maine store
Sheepscot General Store and Farm
98 Town House RdEverything Else
This 30-year tradition is a must-experience for Maine tourists. It's not just a fair; it's a following. Check the web site for the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association (MOFGA) for dates.
26 locals recommend
Common Ground Country Fair
294 Crosby Brook RdThis 30-year tradition is a must-experience for Maine tourists. It's not just a fair; it's a following. Check the web site for the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association (MOFGA) for dates.
City advice
Getting around
Roundabouts, also known as traffic circles and rotaries
Drivers read up or watch informational videos on how to safely traverse the many roundabouts in this area, also known as traffic circles and rotaries.