Choose a vacation rental for your Old Town getaway
Learn about the unique charm of Old Town with a stay in a private vacation home. There's no shortage of things to see and do in the area.Many of our vacation rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters, and sometimes even a hot tub for a relaxing getaway.
Activities and attractions in and around Old Town
Do you want to find top things to see and do while you're in town? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable vacation rental, you'll want to check out everything that makes Old Town a fun spot to vacation. Here are some of the most popular attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Hermon Mountain (18.8 mi / 30.2 km)
- Orono Farmer's Market (2.8 mi / 4.6 km)
- Maine Forest and Logging Museum (4.2 mi / 6.8 km)
- Penobscot Valley Country Club (5.2 mi / 8.4 km)
- Playland Adventures (11.6 mi / 18.7 km)
- Bangor Municipal Golf Course (12.3 mi / 19.8 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Old Town
Whether you're looking for fun outdoor activities or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Old Town is a great place to get outside. Here are some of the area’s most eye-catching sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Pushaw Lake (7.6 mi / 12.3 km)
- Chemo Pond (8.4 mi / 13.6 km)
- Penobscot River (11.2 mi / 18 km)
- Waterfront Park (11.4 mi / 18.3 km)
- Phillips Lake (17 mi / 27.3 km)
- Beech Hill Pond (19.6 mi / 31.5 km)
How to get to and around Old Town
Fly into Bangor Intl. Airport (BGR), the closest airport, located 12.1 mi (19.4 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you might consider flying into Millinocket, ME (MLT-Millinocket Municipal), which is 49.3 mi (79.3 km) away.