Overview
Rockport is a town in Knox County, located two and a half miles south of Camden on U.S. Highway 1. It is part of the Mid Coast region of Maine.
3 sights · 1 bars & cafés
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Best things about Rockport
Rockport Opera House
A charming New England opera, is home to Bay Chamber Concerts.
Atlantic harbourfront
At Rockport Marine Park
Centre for Maine Contemporary Art
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.
- RKD Knox County Regional Airport, Rockland — 9 mi away. Directions
- AUG Augusta State Airport, Augusta — 37 mi away. Directions
- PWM Portland International Jetport, Portland — 72 mi away (major hub). Directions
By car, Rockport is on US 1 (which tightly follows the coast) and state highway 17 (which runs from highway 90 in West Rockport westward to Augusta). The closest Interstate (I-95) is forty miles to the west in Augusta.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
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Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Rockport Opera House, Atlantic harbourfront
- Afternoon Centre for Maine Contemporary Art
- Evening The Villa
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
The region is known primarily for fresh lobster.
Cuisine (tap to filter)
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Get in
By car, Rockport is on US 1 (which tightly follows the coast) and state highway 17 (which runs from highway 90 in West Rockport westward to Augusta). The closest Interstate (I-95) is forty miles to the west in Augusta.
Camden and Rockport are both Atlantic harbours on West Penobscot Bay, reachable by cruising on small craft.
See
Eat
The region is known primarily for fresh lobster.
Drink
Drink The Villa
Operated by Lincolnville's Cellar Door Winery as their second location. At the intersection of Routes 90 and 1 in Rockport, tasting room and art gallery.
Go next
- Camden - Home to Camden State Park and Mt. Battie.
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