Top 9 Free Things to do in Brunswick, Maine (ME)

September 26, 2021 Brain Ambrose

Brunswick is a town in Cumberland County, Maine, United States. The population was 20,278 at the 2010 United States Census. Part of the Portland-South Portland-Biddeford metropolitan area, Brunswick is home to Bowdoin College, the Bowdoin College Museum of Art, the Peary-MacMillan Arctic Museum, The Theater Project, and the Maine State Music Theatre. It is also home to Mid Coast Hospital, one of Maine's newest full-service hospitals. It was formerly home to the U.S. Naval Air Station Brunswick, which was permanently closed on May 31, 2011.
Restaurants in Brunswick

1. First Parish Church

9 Cleaveland St, Brunswick, ME 04011-2198
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5.0 based on 12 reviews

First Parish Church

Brunswick church attended by Harriet Beecher Stowe and General Joshua Chamberlain.

2. Bowdoin College

255 Maine St, Brunswick, ME +1 207-725-3000 http://www.bowdoin.edu
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5.0 based on 123 reviews

Bowdoin College

This small, elite college is located in Brunswick.

Reviewed By PrentissP - Durham, United States

Stopped by on a Sunday Morning and wandered across the old, Ivy league feeling campus. Almost every student smiled and said hi - so we felt welcomed and at home - even though we don't "go" here. We walked through the Student union which is a converted gymnasium -- now decorated with cool art, comfy sofas and a spiral walk to the third floor where there are many cozy hang out/study spaces. Felt like the Guggenheim museum :) There is also an inviting museum and countless old trees with outstretched arms waiting to greet you too.

3. Bowdoin College Museum of Art

Brunswick, ME +1 207-725-3275 http://artmuseum.bowdoin.edu/
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4.5 based on 198 reviews

Bowdoin College Museum of Art

Bowdoin College's art museum houses some of the oldest works of art in America.

Reviewed By CrossRolf - Lisbon Falls, United States

A cold winter day and what a place to visit to get out of the cold & catch up on History. Spent 2 hours going through both floors. During the year, the museum changes out the exhibits. There's also a little gift shop & a elevator for access the upper floor.

4. Gulf of Maine

134 Maine St, Brunswick, ME 04011-2010 +1 207-729-5083 http://www.facebook.com/Gulf-of-Maine-Books-123930307682449
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4.5 based on 14 reviews

Specialty bookstore offering many books on the environment.

5. Maine Street

Maine Street, Brunswick, ME +1 207-449-7183
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4.5 based on 120 reviews

Maine Street

This downtown main street has restaurants, cafes, boutiques and galleries.

Reviewed By jerb2014 - Bristol, United States

We have been going to Maine for over 35 years as a couple and as children before that and we have never gotten off of Route 1 and gone into Brunswick. We were traveling with another couple and used Brunswick as our hub for three days. This allowed us to make several trips into town and we were able to explore the shops, restaurants, bakeries and coffee shops along with attractions like Bowdoin College, museums and historic homes and neighborhoods. Brunswick is rich in all of these and Maine Street is the main street where many can be found. I will review each attraction we visited separately, but needless to say, it is a charming town with much to offer and therefore a wonderful destination. We cannot believe we had not explore Brunswick before this. We are looking forward to returning.

6. Cabot Mill Antiques

14 Maine St, Brunswick, ME 04011-2049 +1 207-725-2855 http://cabotiques.com
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4.5 based on 13 reviews

Cabot Mill Antiques

Reviewed By TravelingMerm - Monrovia, United States

This place is a must for any antique enthusiast and well worth the trip into Brunswick! It’s massive!! Tons of stalls to explore, all with a plethora of interesting pieces - and not just full of flotsam and jetsam either! Entering the parking lot is a little weird if you’re unfamiliar with the area...I ended up circling around a couple of times - be sure to take the turn into the lot BEFORE you get to the traffic light - bc there’s no entrance after you get to the light and turn - it sneaks up fast and isn’t well marked or anything! The building itself was a marvel - a massive old Victorian looking factory or (mill I’m guessing lol)! And so many stalls! I wasn’t gonna buy anything but of course I found an old, quaint French mustard jar I just had to have lol! They do well with the Covid precautions. There are bathrooms available through the back of the store in a giant empty warehouse space also.

7. Flight Deck Brewing

11 Atlantic Ave (Located on Brunswick Landing), Brunswick, ME 04011-4400 +1 207-504-5133 [email protected] http://www.flightdeckbrewing.com
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4.5 based on 43 reviews

Flight Deck Brewing

Flight Deck Brewing opened to the public in early 2017, with the drive to provide greater-Brunswick with a destination brewery, casual social gathering space, and family-friendly venue for building our community. Located in the former Small Arms Range of the Brunswick Naval Air Station (now Brunswick Landing), our Tasting Room was named "Best in Maine" by Down East Magazine. With a constantly evolving tap list, food trucks, regular live music, and plenty of space to hang out with your dog (and/or human kids, too), we hope to see you soon!

Reviewed By C_and_B_Dayton - Beavercreek, United States

Stopped by Flight Deck Brewing on a Monday afternoon. We really liked the brewery. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The beer was excellent and the food truck was outstanding as well. The décor and memorabilia are an added bonus. Definitely give it a try, we think you'll like it.

8. Wyler's

150 Maine St, Brunswick, ME 04011-2010 +1 207-729-1321 http://www.wylersmaine.com/
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4.0 based on 14 reviews

Wyler's

Gallery which features contemporary works of local artists.

9. Merrymeeting Dog Park

Water Street, Brunswick, ME 04011
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3.5 based on 14 reviews

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