Photo of Camden Harbor in the Heart of Downtown Camden, Maine.

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The Ultimate Guide to Downtown Camden, Maine

Photo of Camden Harbor in the Heart of Downtown Camden, Maine.For over a century, Camden Harbour Inn has sat atop a hill overlooking Penobscot Bay. Its bright white exterior still catches the eyes of sailors arriving by boat, just as it did in the 1800s. From Camden Harbour Inn’s hilltop location, guests can look out across the harbor to the rugged Maine coastline toward the downtown village and the surrounding mountains. If the surrounding natural wonders aren’t enough to win you over, the charm of downtown Camden, Maine, will surely do the trick. Camden Harbour Inn sits just a stone’s throw away from downtown Camden, Maine, and its finest establishments. Continue below to read our ultimate guide to Downtown Camden, Maine.

Camden Opera House

The Camden Opera House was built in 1894 and first featured the Boston Opera Company’s performance of Maritama. Today, the Camden Opera House hosts a variety of events but is best known as an energetic live music venue in the heart of downtown Camden, Maine, which is beloved by locals and travelers alike.

Indulge Your Sweet Tooth

Uncle Willy’s Candy Shoppe in downtown Camden, Maine, pays homage to the confectionaries and candy shops of the past. This charming candy store has a classic mom-and-pop atmosphere and serves a variety of sweets, such as homemade fudge, brittle, and truffles.

Shop ‘til You Drop

Shopping in downtown Camden, Maine, means browsing local artists at Small Wonder Gallery, indulging your inner bookworm at Owl & Turtle Bookshop Café, and so much more. Downtown Camden, Maine, has a variety of shops where you’ll find everything from local art to designer furniture. To find out more about our favorite stores in downtown Camden, Maine, check out our recent blog post.

Photo of a Couple Dining at Natalie's near Downtown Camden, Maine.

Dine at Natalie’s

Downtown Camden, Maine, is a cherished dining experience that blends local flavors and innovative cooking in a delightful bay-view atmosphere. Natalie’s purchases fresh-caught seafood and organic products from local anglers and farmers, serving the Camden community year-round. To book a stay at our hilltop inn and plan your visit, please visit our promotions page.

"Every aspect of the Inn was tailored to ensure that we had a good experience. The staff were personal, friendly, attentive and even went out of their way to research answer questions we had about local traditions. Will definitely return soon!"

Dustin G. New York City, New York

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