Boothbay Harbor, ME is a charming seaside town located in Lincoln County with a population of 2,165. It is often ranked as one of the best places to stay and visit in Maine, and consistently appears on rankings for its beauty, attractions, and activities. Some notable recent rankings include being voted #3 for Best Small Towns in Maine by USA Today’s 10Best Reader’s Choice Awards 2020, being included in Yankee Magazine’s list of Best Coastal Towns in New England 2020, and being featured as the number one Romantic Destination in Maine for 2019 by Travel + Leisure magazine. The year-round views of Casco Bay are breathtaking and the harbor itself is alive with activity. There are options for everyone here: from exploring the coastline to shopping at unique stores or enjoying a variety of outdoor activities - all within walking distance of the waterfront. Boothbay Harbor truly has something for everyone and deserves its spot among the top rankings for best places to visit!
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