10 Things to Do in Bangor That You Shouldn't Miss

January 28, 2018 Sachiko Swiger

The city of Bangor is perhaps most well known as the setting for many of Stephen King's stories, a reputation that has led to the nickname Transylmainia. There is more to Bangor than just tales of horror, however. There is a thriving arts scene, with museums, galleries, theaters, a symphony orchestra and a popular sidewalk art festival every summer. The area around Bangor includes the coastal Acadia National Park and the wooded Baxter State Park, providing plenty of outdoor adventure.
Restaurants in Bangor

1. Cole Land Transportation Museum

405 Perry Rd, Bangor, ME 04401-6725 +1 207-990-3600
Excellent
79%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
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4.5 based on 253 reviews

Cole Land Transportation Museum

Museum dedicated to preserving and displaying Maine's land transportation equipment.

Reviewed By Susan F

My husband and I spent several hours strolling thru this well presented piece of history. Alot of time, money and thought went into preserving an unbelievable amount of artifacts! We enjoyed taking a photo of us upon an old delivery vehicle. well worth the visit!!

2. Mount Hope Garden Cemetery

1048 State St, Bangor, ME 04401-5694 +1 207-945-6589
Excellent
77%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
1%
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4.5 based on 125 reviews

Mount Hope Garden Cemetery

Reviewed By 757Pee_Kay - Norfolk, Virginia

Fantastic location as sun is setting. The hills and small ponds make it one of a kind. Large old grave markers and lots of Civil War participants and monuments.

3. the rock & art shop

36 Central St, Bangor, ME 04401-5106 +1 207-947-2205
Excellent
77%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
4%
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4.5 based on 62 reviews

the rock & art shop

Reviewed By jtljcox - Maine

If you hate rocks and gems, this might not be the Store for you. I would be interested to know how you came to find yourself in a store with a name like The Rock and Art Shop, though....

Anyone else, will find this place interesting as all get out. Huge selection of interesting looking polished rocks, stones, gems, etc Most have informative cards and signs detailing interesting facts about them.

Highly recommended, get the kids away from the chain toy stores and off the iPad for a couple hours and into this cool place.

4. Penobscot Theatre Company

131 Main St, Bangor, ME 04401-6309 +1 207-942-3333
Excellent
85%
Good
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Satisfactory
1%
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5 based on 137 reviews

Penobscot Theatre Company

Penobscot Theatre Company, owners of the historic Bangor Opera House, is America’s Northeastern-most professional, year round, not-for-profit organization, producing a wide variety of plays and musicals each season. PTC is committed to presenting high-quality, professional works of theatre that inspire the imagination and cultivate a lifelong passion for the art form.

Reviewed By wrpupkis - Bangor, Maine

Loved the play, enjoyed the new seats, very comfortable, the theater is clean and well cared for. We enjoyed our entire experience and look forward to our next visit.

5. Bangor City Forest

Bangor, ME
Excellent
76%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 50 reviews

Bangor City Forest

Reviewed By Darcy F - Wells, New York

Bangor City Forest is a beautiful setting within the city. I went after the height of the season. Lots of people walking their pets and or family's just walking around the improved loops. I happened to go a few days after a storm so interior trails were rough. I am sure they are beautiful to travel when cleared. Pay attention to maps through out the park to keep yourself focused to where you are. Bog boardwalk was closed for winter maintenance which saddened me but it was late season. I would definitely go again for outside recreation.

6. Penobscot River Walkway

Front Street at Railroad Street, Bangor, ME 04401
Excellent
52%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
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4.5 based on 75 reviews

Penobscot River Walkway

Reviewed By 5inavan - South Deerfield, Massachusetts

It was a couple of miles total, and burned some of the buffet's calories, on Sunday, August 6th, 2017 as we strolled the river's edge. The concert park was empty, but was a great spot and today's sun and breeze would make a perfect venue. There were lots of families enjoying the area, and we spotted a restaurant for dinner on the opposite side while listening to live music from one on our side. Great for an hour or so.

7. Paul Bunyan Statue

519 Main St., Bangor, ME, Bangor, ME 04401-6846
Excellent
34%
Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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4 based on 364 reviews

Paul Bunyan Statue

This mighty 31-foot statue of the "great tree-biter" towers over the landscape in Bangor's Bass Park.

Reviewed By Susan F

Across the street from the casino in Bangor, I am from Minnesota so i guess not impressed with this Paul Bunyan, he was big and well kept but ours is better!!

8. Hollywood Casino

500 Main St, At The Hollywood Casino, Bangor, ME 04401-6845 +1 877-779-7771
Excellent
25%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
23%
Poor
6%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4 based on 260 reviews

Hollywood Casino

Reviewed By michaelpJ2528HF - Coventry, United States

Tis is a very nice,small casino right in downtown Bangor. The staff from the guard checking ids to the slot attendant, and players club personnel were great. Very clean facility and cool Hollywood atmosphere with pictures of stars all over the walls.

9. Cascade Park

State Street, Bangor, ME 04401 +1 207-992-6200
Excellent
51%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
1%
Terrible
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4.5 based on 78 reviews

Cascade Park

Reviewed By SportsMoose - Indianapolis, Indiana

This pretty park is just down the street from downtown but manages to feel a little wild. There is a gazebo, waterfall, and pretty fountain. I'm pretty sure they do weddings here too, it's that pretty. Perfect for picnics or letting kids roam. Little kids enjoy splashing in the stream at the bottom of the waterfall, for older kids (elementary age) there is a path that goes up the side of the waterfall, but has no real safety features, so I don't recommend it for little kids. If you are visiting Downtown Bangor or the nearby hospital and need to get away from the crowds, this is the place. Good sized parking lot off the road, no entrance fee!

10. Maine Discovery Museum

74 Main St, Bangor, ME 04401-6304 +1 207-262-7200
Excellent
52%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
1%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4 based on 108 reviews

Maine Discovery Museum

Three floors, eight major exhibits, daily educational programs, and Too Much Fun!

Reviewed By SportsMoose - Indianapolis, Indiana

This is a great children's museum. It's not huge and "science-y" like Indianapolis or St Louis, but I like that it is unique and totally geared toward Maine. There's a whole area dedicated to waterways and animals, another dedicated to children's storybooks (ride in Burt Dow's boat! hang in in the Good Night Moon room!), another area where kids can load and unload a cargo ship. There's climbing, crawling, puppets, and more. The prices are reasonable and they do exchanges if you have have a membership to another children's museum. They do a lot of craft stuff here too. Teens are usually too cool to enjoy this, but if you're looking for a great place to learn and explore, or spend a cold or rainy day, this is it!

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