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

Overview

Yarmouth is a town of 9,000 people (2020) just north of Portland in Maine.

2 sights · 3 places to eat

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Best things about Yarmouth

Eartha

The world's largest rotating (and revolving!) globe, Eartha is one millionth the size of Earth, which works out to about 41 feet in diameter. Housed inside what used to be the headquarters of the DeLorme cartographic com…

Yarmouth Clam Festival

Starts on the third Friday in July.

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: Jul–Aug. Summer highs reach about 55°F; winter lows dip to about -3°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Oct and Jul. (climate data from nearby Mount Washington State 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.
PWM Portland International Jetport, Portland — 12 mi away (major hub). Directions
AUG Augusta State Airport, Augusta — 41 mi away. Directions

Yarmouth is served by Interstate 295 and US Route 1.

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

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

Sample 1-day itinerary

Day 1

Morning Eartha
Lunch Day's Crabmeat & Lobster
Afternoon Yarmouth Clam Festival
Dinner Muddy Rudder

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

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