Maine Cruises: Best Cruises to Maine 2024 & 2025

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Cruises to Maine

On a Maine cruise, experience quintessential coastal New England, where outdoor adventure, cultural heritage sites, and maritime tradition await. Visit centuries-old lighthouses as you cruise along the region’s rugged shores. Witness the colorful beauty of Maine’s fall foliage, and feast on fresh lobster during the season.

In port, there’s plenty to discover, from art galleries and quirky boutiques to craft breweries and artisan bakeries—not to mention those famous Maine lighthouses. Enjoy relaxing days at sea with the award-winning service and comfort that Celebrity is famous for aboard a New England cruise to Maine.

Maine Cruise Highlights

Dining on Fresh Seafood

One of Maine’s claims to fame is the fresh seafood that comes from its rich coastal waters. You’ll find a variety of fish dishes, but it’s Maine’s oysters and lobster that are some of the most sought-after in the world. Try a traditional lobster roll, or feast on claws drenched in melted butter. Visit an oyster farm to learn how to shuck your own, and sample these briny, buttery treats.

Fall Foliage

One of the best things to see in Maine only happens once a year: fall foliage season. Like the rest of the northeast, the colors of the trees in the autumn months change into a spectacular array of scarlet, orange, gold, and ochre. See the best of nature’s display, whether you’re joining a guided tour, or exploring independently on foot—or on two wheels.

Lighthouses

Maine is home to more than 60 historic lighthouses along its coast. Some of these lovely lighthouses can be toured today, with a chance to explore the keeper’s quarters and learn about the role these beacons played, and still do. A solitary lighthouse on the rocky shore under Maine’s vast skies makes for a fantastic photo opportunity.

Featured Maine Cruise Ports

Portland

Pretty Portland has been a busy fishing port for more than 400 years. Wander the cobblestone lanes in the atmospheric downtown area. Once home to canneries and textile mills, today you’ll find a cluster of artisan coffee shops and tempting bakeries. Take in spectacular coastal views as you cycle the Eastern Promenade Trail, or take a day trip to the quaint little coastal town of Kennebunkport. If you’re captivated by Maine’s lonely lighthouses, join a tour to visit three of the most striking.

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Rockland

Artsy Rockland lies on a protected harbor surrounded by ruggedly beautiful scenery, from rocky coves to long beaches and dense woodland. In town, explore the Farnsworth Art Museum, celebrating local artists, and stroll the Rockland Harbor Trail on the lookout for seals and seabirds. Lobster lovers can join a tour on a local fishing boat to learn about age-old fishing techniques and modern sustainable practices. You’ll find lobster to eat everywhere, too, from high-end restaurants to food trucks.

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Maine Cruise Itineraries

Sail along the New England coastline from Boston to Maine and beyond on an 11 or 12 night cruise. These fabulous itineraries include historic and vibrant North American ports such as Portland, Halifax, and Quebec City. You’ll also visit smaller ports such as Bar Harbor, Charlottetown, Rockland, and St. John on itineraries that sail between August and October.

Why Cruise to Maine With Celebrity Cruises

Cruises to Maine with Celebrity bring you delightful experiences that will make your vacation special. Relax on the Rooftop Terrace in the late summer sunshine. Unwind in the Spa, or enjoy a picnic on the fragrant grass of the Lawn Club. Dine in beautiful restaurants on board where the menus have been created by our Michelin-starred chef, then enjoy a Broadway-style show in a state-of-the-art theater.

On these incredible autumn itineraries to Maine, you can take in contemporary art and culture in the Portland Arts District, explore the rugged coastline on two wheels, and feast on fresh lobster in Rockport. No matter how you choose to spend your time on a Celebrity cruise, you're sure to create unforgettable memories.