Newport, Maine travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

Newport, population 3,133 (2020), is a town in Highlands region of Maine. The town's borders surround the shoreline of Sebasticook Lake.

3 places to eat · 3 places to stay

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Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: May–Sep. Summer highs reach about 79°F; winter lows dip to about 15°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Oct and Nov. (climate data from nearby Acadia National Park)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
BGR Bangor International Airport, Bangor — 22 mi away. Directions
AUG Augusta State Airport, Augusta — 44 mi away. Directions
PWM Portland International Jetport, Portland — 97 mi away (major hub). Directions

The town is crossed by Interstate 95, U.S. Route 2, and state routes 7, 11, 100, and 222.

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.

Food for you

Cuisine (tap to filter)

What to ask about, for your diet

Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder

Understand

Newport is located in Penobscot County in the heart of Maine's picturesque Sebasticook Valley. It is known for its diverse geography, ranging from rolling hills and lush forests to the scenic shores of Lake Sebasticook.