Relax and rejuvenate with a coastal adventure in Maine. Stroll along long stretches of warm sandy beaches emblazoned with small towns and try the best lobster rolls on this side of America. The perfect spot for a weeklong road trip, Maine has so much to offer that you, and your rental car, are certainly in for a ride!
Many people know Maine for ‘mainely’ the many lighthouses that dot its coast. These lighthouses have long served sailors on stormy nights, alerting unsuspecting ships to the rocky coasts. Built on rocky islands, they vary from tall, eerie columns to white, cheerful towers. Tour these stunning structures off the coast on a boat ride, or get close to one for a perfect souvenir photo.
Take your rental car out for a spin on Maine’s famously scenic roads. Embrace adventure on the Acadia All-American Road, a particularly well-known stretch of road that encompasses granite-capped mountains, lush forests, and idyllic fishing towns. Carve your way down the Rangeley Lakes National Scenic Byway, past crystal lakes and plenty of wildlife. Go hiking in the surrounding forests or try skiing on the snowy mountains that line the road. Ask the helpful Hertz Car Rental Maine staff on the best routes to take with your car rental!
Make memories with your family at some of Maine’s best family destinations. Visit Maine Indoor Karting for an exciting day with your little ones. Go around a racetrack with the whole family for an unforgettable thrill. Spend a day at Funtown Splashtown, Maine’s largest amusement park. With water rides and thrill rides, this amusement park is sure to keep the family entertained for hours on end. Learn some new skills at the Wild Acadia Fun Park, an aerial adventure park that teaches climbing, and has a mini-golf course. Try out their trampoline or hold tight on the zip line as you take on these fun activities both kids and adults can enjoy.
Bring home a piece of Maine, shop for the best souvenir amongst handmade crafts in local boutiques, high-end Maine made products, and more. Put a kick in your step with the Bean Boot. Maine’s most popular work boot, this laced boot is popular with hunters and workmen. In fact, the LL Bean flagship store is home to a giant Bean boot sculpture, a whimsical photo opportunity. Visit the Center for Maine Crafts to see some of the state’s best craftwork on sale under one roof. After all that shopping, why not tuck into some delicious lobster rolls as you wind down? Visit The Maine Lobster Lady, an award-winning food truck that serves steaming hot lobster rolls all year round. Or try lobsters the old-fashioned way on Cabbage Island. Here, the lobsters are steamed in seaweed upon an open fire, leaving the lobster meat soft and sweet.
Go fishing, hiking, or eat your way through the Main landscape. No matter how you spend your time, Maine is sure to be a trip to remember.
