About Ogunquit

Between a tree-covered ridge and the Atlantic Ocean lies the resort village of Ogunquit, long a Mecca for artists, beach-goers, and generations of summer visitors seeking the relaxation of the sea shore. The artists drawn to this scenic sea side village early in the 20th century attracted a cosmopolitan audience appreciative of fine art, fine food, and creative theater.

Today visitors come from literally all over the world to experience the special joys of Ogunquit: friendly guest houses, offering genuine hospitality, numerous restaurants offering a wide range of menus, quaint shops offering everything from antiques, artworks, and resort wear to gourmet sandwiches and homemade candies, pastries, and ice cream.

After your first visit to our three mile sandy beach and a walk along the Marginal Way foot path which winds from the village, along the rocky sea shore, to picturesque Perkins Cove, you will understand why the Abenaki Indians named this place:
Ogunquit - Beautiful Place By The Sea.

For Shoppers, Kittery , Maine with its dozens of factory outlets is only 10 miles south of Ogunquit. About an hour north is Freeport, home of L.L.Bean and many other outlet stores.

Annual events that continue to delight visitors and the locals include the 4th of July fireworks, the sidewalk art sale, the Tube Race, Capriccio - a celebration of the arts, and Christmas-by-the-Sea.

Ogunquit, only 4 square miles, is special as it is one of the very few "walking communities" in the state, with a charming downtown village area, miles of beautiful sandy beaches, Beach Plum Farm, Perkins Cove - a year-round working fishing village and lovely shops, fine restaurants and great theatre - all within an easy walk of each other.