Augusta Maine Travel

Augusta is the state capital and has been since 1827, just seven years after Maine was accepted into the Union. Augusta is located about 99 miles from Acadia National Park and is accessed from interstate 95. The city is home to most of Maine's government buildings and offices and is therefore a hub for commerce and employment.

Augusta features all modern amenities found in today's cities. It is a popular place for conferences, banquets and events due to its central location in the state as well as the large number of businesses, government agencies and organizations. There are a number of museums as well as the University of Maine which attracts a great deal of culture as well as diverse inhabitants. Points of interest include historical covered bridges, lighthouses, the Governor's Mansion, shopping and outdoor recreation. Escaping the city is easy as the Damariscotta State Park and Peacock Beach State Park are close by. Both are popular places for picnicing, swimming, sailing, fishing and ice skating in the winter. Daramiscotta is located in Jefferson, about 20 miles, and Peacock Beach is in Richmond, about 12 miles from Augusta. The city is surrounded by the Kennebec River, ponds and lakes as is much of Maine. Accommodations are easy to find in Augusta as there are campgrounds, motels, hotels, lodges and vacation rentals. Traveling to and from the city is easy with I-95 running through the city as well as the proximity of the local airport. Dining options include famous lobsters, Italian, Mexican, American and many others.