Bangor, a small city in Maine, United States welcomes millions of tourists every year to its land of historic attractions such as castles, museums and coastal views for an exciting Bangor holiday. Visit Bangor Castle, North Down Museum and Bangor Cathedral with gothic columns to get some insights into the city during your Bangor vacation. Your vacation will be filled with relaxing walks along Garth Pier, across historic castles, botanic gardens and coastal views of Menai Strait.
There are many Bangor attractions but some of them must be visited by tourists such as the stunning campus of Bangor University nearby botanical gardens and the iconic suspension bridge of Menai. Visit the manor house in the setting of Snowdonia National Park and Menai Strait at Penrhyn Castle to spend a relaxing day in Bangor sightseeing.
You will get a chance to see a Victorian-era garden with walking paths, sculptures and the green field of Castle Park near Bangor Castle. Feel the Christian heritage of Bangor at the North Down Museum and admire the oak carvings of Bangor Cathedral on the Bangor cultural tour. Participate in theatre performances, enjoy nightlife at bars, and restaurants and enjoy shopping at boutique shops on Bangor family vacation.
Visit the major Bangor historical sites which include the large Paul Bunyan Statue and, the historic estate of Woodlawn Museum decorated with beautiful gardens and period furnishings. Discover the extensive book collection of and historical archives of Bangor Public Library or local history and artifacts in the Bangor Historical Society, Thomas Hill House.
Go for Bangor scenic tours in the Bald Mountain, Penobscot River, and Mount Katahdin for hiking on the Appalachian Trail across the countryside and lakes. Go on a scenic cruise ride or kayaking tour through natural places and picture-perfect surroundings on Bangor adventure tours. Stroll along Bangor waterfront to enjoy views of parks and recreational areas or walk around the rugged coastlines, Cadillac Mountain spots and Jordan Pond in Acadia National Park.
Taste some fresh seafood like lobster rolls, clam chowder, American classics of The Frame and The Family Dog, burgers, sandwiches and other international cuisines at Bangor. Experience the culture of Bangor with the celebrations of the American folk festival, Bangor pride festival, Bangor State Fair or Brewer Days during your Bangor holiday.
If you are visiting Bangor with your family, then late spring and early autumn will be the best time to visit Bangor. Interactive displays of the Maine Discovery Museum, passages and fun of the Bangor State Fair, Penobscot River cruise passage or the spooky experience of Mount Hope Cemetery will make your family vacation unforgettable.