Bangor (Maine) Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in and county seat of Penobscot County, Maine, United States
About Bangor (Maine)
Incorporated as a town in 1791, it was sacked by the British during the War of 1812, was known for its strong anti-slavery stance in theUnderground Railroadand US Civil War era and was heavily damaged by a 1911 fire. It is the closest city to Fort Knox State Historic Site, built from 1844-1869. As the first US landfall for arriving jetliners fromEurope, its international airport is a welcome sight to pilots who want to throw drunkard passengers off inbound commercial flights. Its cultural facilities, including the University of Maine, rival much larger cities. As the home of author Stephen King, it appears often in fictional works, but travellers can be assured that as the city is relatively safe and peaceful they will not be eaten by mutant zombies.
Top Attractions in Bangor (Maine)
Explore the best things to see and do in Bangor (Maine):
- ★Bangor Band
- ★Bangor Symphony Orchestra
- ★Cool Sounds Music Series
- ★Hollywood Casino
- ★Kenduskeag Stream Canoe Race
- ★Maine Discovery Museum
- ★Penobscot Theatre Company
- ★Queen City Cinema Club
Where to Eat in Bangor (Maine)
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Bagel Central
- 🍴Dysart's Restaurant
- 🍴Mason's
- 🍴Taste of India
- 🍴Timber Kitchen & Bar
Where to Stay in Bangor (Maine)
- 🏨Best Western White House Inn
- 🏨Charles Inn
- 🏨Courtyard by Marriott
- 🏨Fairfield Inn Bangor
- 🏨Fireside Inns & Suites
- 🏨Four Points by Sheraton Bangor Airport
Bangor (Maine) Travel Guide Sections
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