Welcome to
Kittery!
Kittery Maine
Welcome to Kittery, Maine—the oldest town in the state of Maine! Settled in 1623, Kittery, Maine is a charming historic town with much to explore. Kittery’s downtown area, known as Kittery Foreside, has recently been transformed into a hipster’s paradise. This charming center features a craft coffee shop and bakery, trendy boutiques, and multiple chef-driven restaurants. Because of Kittery Foreside’s hip, eclectic, and tasteful edge (and the fact that it’s a short walk over the bridge from Portsmouth), it’s kind of like the Brooklyn of Portsmouth.
Let’s Explore!
We’re going to have SO. MUCH. FUN.
Let’s head to the stage to take in live music, theatrical performances, dancing, and world-class entertainment!
The Dance Hall
Located in the heart of Kittery, Maine’s oldest incorporated town, The Dance Hall is one of the Seacoast’s most unique venues for intimate, diverse music and dance experiences. Housed in Kittery’s historic 1928 Grange Hall, our programming features an eclectic line up of live music, social dance, professional concert dance performances and dance classes. The Dance Hall places equal emphasis on supporting local artists and introducing our community to the best of national and international talent. The Dance Hall’s mission is to create joy by bringing diverse dance and music to our community.
From art galleries and boat rides, to special events and outdoor fun, Kittery has a variety of activities to offer!!
Seacoast Maritime Charters
Seacoast Maritime Charters is a boutique, year-round charter boat service that offers excursions out of Kittery, Maine. Captain Jack and the team provide private customizable trips to suit the needs of each and every client, as well as public access on scheduled trips (hello, morning mail run!) to Star Island and the Isles Of Shoals—all of which promise a fun and relaxing adventure on the water! With spectacular views of the coast from Portsmouth, New Castle, Kittery, and out to the Isles of Shoals, Seacoast Maritime Charters’ custom charters are truly memorable, one-of-a-kind experiences. Want to rent the boat for a party or special occasion? Learn more here! *Photos by Alexis The Greek.
HALEY ART GALLERY
HALEY ART GALLERY is a seasonal art gallery (open April through November) that is housed in a turn-of-the-century renovated dairy farm barn in Kittery, Maine. The gallery showcases original art as well as social impact handmade artisanal gifts made by women from across the globe. While at the gallery, visitors are encouraged to enjoy the “slow art experience”, and take time to learn the stories behind each artwork and artisanal gift item.
Let’s get outside to explore, be active, and have some fun!!
COOL SPOTS TO CHECK OUT:
Fort Foster
Fort McClary
Seapoint Beach
Cutts Island Trail
Kittery, Maine is a true foodie destination adored by both locals and visitors alike. Opt for a cozy dinner at a Kittery Foreside eatery in the heart of downtown, or get together with friends for drinks by the water!
Blue Mermaid
Blue Mermaid Island Grill is a laid-back restaurant oasis that serves up Caribbean-inspired food. Just off the beaten path in Kittery, Blue Mermaid offers great local seafood, craft beverages, and grilled meals for outdoor and indoor dining and takeout! Visit on Sundays for brunch, from 10am-2pm, and weeknights, for happy hour, from 2pm-5pm! Open Thursday through Monday.
Despite its small size, there are so many gems to discover in Ogunquit. Enjoy this selection of our favorite fine dining restaurants in Ogunquit, Maine.
Ore Nell’s
Ore Nell’s is a casual, welcoming restaurant that serves barbecue with a view! Enjoy picturesque scenes of the Piscataqua River from your picnic table, while indulging in the tastes of authentic central Texas barbecue—oak smoked low and slow! Ore Nell’s is open for indoor and outdoor dining 7 days a week!
Despite its small size, there are so many gems to discover in Ogunquit. Enjoy this selection of our favorite fine dining restaurants in Ogunquit, Maine.
Frisbee’s Wharf
Frisbee’s Wharf at Pepperrell Cove is an outdoor dining experience offering incredible panoramic views of the water. Dock your boat, and enjoy a memorable meal of fresh seafood, American classics, and all you desire from the fully-stocked bar. Outdoor dining only.
Despite its small size, there are so many gems to discover in Ogunquit. Enjoy this selection of our favorite fine dining restaurants in Ogunquit, Maine.
Bistro 1828 + The Ski Club
Bistro 1828 and the third floor Ski Club offer delicious, locally-sourced food in a beautiful setting. Enjoy year-round dining in the cozy bistro downstairs or sweeping water views from the deck upstairs!
Being known as the foodie enclave that it is, Kittery, Maine holds its title from morning to night. Grab coffee and egg sammies on-the-go, or indulge in some of the Seacoast’s finest baked goods!
Lil’s Cafe
Visit Lil’s Cafe and you’ll immediately be welcomed by a beautiful display of freshly-baked pastries and Lil’s famous crullers (which will practically beg you to devour them before you even sit down). Once you select your treat (or sandwich, soup, or salad), it’s time to enjoy a beautiful cup of craft coffee! Outdoor seating available.
Lovebirds Donuts
Lovebirds Donuts is a craft donut and coffee shop featuring an all-vegan menu of mouthwatering donut flavors made from scratch each morning. With shops in Kittery, Maine and Portsmouth, New Hampshire, you never have to go far to enjoy your local donut fix.
Donuts? Cruellers? Anything sweet, homemade, and crafted with love is a “yes” in our books!
Lil’s Cafe
Visit Lil’s Cafe and you’ll immediately be welcomed by a beautiful display of freshly-baked pastries and Lil’s famous crullers (which will practically beg you to devour them before you even sit down). Once you select your treat (or sandwich, soup, or salad), it’s time to enjoy a beautiful cup of craft coffee! Outdoor seating available.
Lovebirds Donuts
Lovebirds Donuts is a craft donut and coffee shop featuring an all-vegan menu of mouthwatering donut flavors made from scratch each morning. With shops in Kittery, Maine and Portsmouth, New Hampshire, you never have to go far to enjoy your local donut fix.
COOL LOCAL SPOTS TO CHECK OUT:
The Wallingford
Tributary Brewing Company
Definitive Brewing Company
Woodland Farms Brewery
Provisions at Pepperrell Cove
Provisions at Pepperrell Cove is a neighborhood general store, market, and cafe that sells everything from the daily paper and morning coffee, to snacks, provisions, everyday essentials, and their famous blueberry scones!
Lil’s Cafe
Visit Lil’s Cafe and you’ll immediately be welcomed by a beautiful display of freshly-baked pastries and Lil’s famous crullers (which will practically beg you to devour them before you even sit down). Once you select your treat (or sandwich, soup, or salad), it’s time to enjoy a beautiful cup of craft coffee! Outdoor seating available.
There’s nothing like a warm summer morning or cozy winter afternoon to sip delicious coffee and tea here at beloved local Seacoast spots!
Lovebirds Donuts
Lovebirds Donuts is a craft donut and coffee shop featuring an all-vegan menu of mouthwatering donut flavors made from scratch each morning. With shops in Kittery, Maine and Portsmouth, New Hampshire, you never have to go far to enjoy your local donut fix.
Kittery may be known for its outlet shopping, but here at Seacoast Lately, we’re all about LOCAL shopping! Take a peek at the lovely and unique independent boutiques below!
FOLK
In the heart of the vibrant Kittery community, FOLK is a curated space full of thoughtful goods for an inspired life. The boutique’s edited wine selection focuses on ‘natural’ wines; wines with a focus on sustainability, organic practices and moderate manipulation in the winemaking process. Beyond FOLK’s wine offering, the shop also offers select special home goods; beautiful linen napkins, glassware, candles, art prints plus specialty pantry items, books, art supplies and stationery, jewelry and more. This shop is full of beautiful & unique finds!
YARROW
In the charming neighborhood of Kittery Foreside, you’ll find Yarrow—a welcoming boutique that strives to create a warm and safe place to be curious and explore options for increased health and well-being. Jodie and her team embrace physical wellness, spiritual exploration, and loving kindness for all communities, always returning to their focus in educating customers and offering hand selected items—from beautiful plants and apothecary goods, to thoughtful gifts for the head, heart, and home.
Kittery may be known for its outlet shopping, but here at Seacoast Lately, we’re all about LOCAL shopping! Take a peek at the lovely and unique independent boutiques below!
Southern Maine Skin Co.
Southern Maine Skin Company is a skincare studio that offers a wide variety of services—from facials and massages, to lash lifts, peels, injections, HydraFacials and Glo2Facial! We focus on skin revision, offering the most innovative technology and best products to result in a community that feels beautiful and confident.
We Fill Good
We Fill Good is a low-waste refill boutique that sells sustainable home and beauty products that are good for us and the planet! Shop a lovely array of eco-friendly essentials and sustainable goods.
Kit Supply & Co.
Kit Supply + Co. is a curated kids concept store focused on empowering families to share adventures in nature. The Kit team carefully selects each brand they carry to inspire outdoor play and gear-up families to get outside, whatever the weather. Whether you are looking for the perfect snowsuit, an inspired birthday gift, or just a little something to brighten your child’s day, you are sure to find it at Kit in lovely Kittery Foreside! Kit is also a community hub for families looking to meet like-minded friends or learn about resources in the area for nature-based education and programming. Visit Kit for Story Time every Sunday at 10am!
Maine Meat
Maine Meat is a whole animal butcher shop located in Kittery’s Foreside neighborhood. All of their meats are hormone and antibiotic free and are raised on local farms within 100 miles of Kittery! The team utilizes each part of the animal for products in their shop, such as house made bacon, smoked kielbasa, and guilt-free sandwich meat! They also offer a wide variety of specialty grocery items, local dairy and produce (when in season), along with one of the most curated, Italian-focused wine programs in Northern New England.
Haley Art Gallery
HALEY ART GALLERY is a seasonal art gallery and boutique (open April through November) that is housed in a turn-of-the-century renovated dairy farm barn in Kittery, Maine. The gallery showcases original art as well as social impact handmade artisanal gifts made by women from across the globe. While at the gallery, visitors are encouraged to enjoy the “slow art experience”, and take time to learn the stories behind each artwork and artisanal gift item.
Stay somewhere b e a u t i f u l during your visit to Kittery, and make this coastal town your home away from home!
Water Street Inn
Calm. Relaxing. Historic with a modern twist… Welcome to the Water Street Inn—a six-room boutique hotel located just steps away from downtown Portsmouth in Kittery, Maine. The aesthetic here is very Anthropologie-like with a vintage-meets-modern vibe. Tucked in a quiet neighborhood along the Piscataqua River, Water Street Inn invites guests to make this property their home away from home while visiting the Seacoast.
Whether you’re in town for a wedding or simply in the mood for some R&R, Kittery offers an incredible variety of services that will leave you feeling pampered, rejuvenated, and feeling fresh!
Southern Maine Skin Co.
Southern Maine Skin Company is a skincare studio that offers a wide variety of services—from facials and massages, to lash lifts, peels, injections, HydraFacials and Glo2Facial! We focus on skin revision, offering the most innovative technology and best products to result in a community that feels beautiful and confident.
Brows Therapy
Based in Kittery, Maine, Brows Therapy specializes in Microblading and Micropigmentation; a permanent make-up technique that creates beautiful, thin, hair-like strokes that can be paired with a pixelated powder affect. This service is meant to mimic the appearance of natural or fuller eyebrows. Priscilla and Faye, a mother/daughter team, are obsessed with their craft and love to help create dream brows specific to their clients needs.
Moodra
Nestled in the heart of downtown Kittery, Maine, Moodra is a boutique studio hair salon providing quality hair care and color services to the Seacoast. The artfully-crafted, unique customer experience allows the team to enhance the client’s aesthetic and natural beauty.
Ready to move and groove—Seacoast style??
Yoga East
Located in Kittery, Maine, Yoga East was founded in 2001 and is one of the most well established Ashtanga yoga shalas in the northeast. Yoga East teaches Ashtanga vinyasa yoga in the tradition of Mysore, India as well as supporting practices to explore the endless and profound path of yoga. All are welcome to come practice with the Yoga East community—from the seasoned practitioner to the yogi stepping on the mat for the first time.
If you’ve fallen head over heels for Kittery (Who hasn’t??), and are in the market for a home, land, or condo unit in which to plant your roots, look no further than all that Kittery, Maine’s real estate market!
Aland Realty
Aland Realty is a locally-owned, non-franchised real estate brokerage serving the Seacoast of New Hampshire and Maine. Aland agents are established and active residents of the communities they serve, and each agent brings unique strengths to the team, while being united by one common interest: helping others.