8 days in New England Itinerary

With coastline on the west, south, and east, Newport is a maritime city with a rich history.

On the 14th (Fri), examine the collection at Newport Car Museum, then get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and then get to know the fascinating history of Cliff Walk. On the 15th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: examine the collection at The Breakers, then admire the striking features of Newport Mansions, and then steep yourself in history at Lizzie Borden House.

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Charleston to Newport is an approximately 4-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Charleston in July, expect Newport to be a bit cooler, temps between 80°F and 66°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Bar Harbor.

Bar Harbor is a town on Mount Desert Island in Hancock County, Maine, United States. Kick off your visit on the 16th (Sun): stroll through Gorham Mountain Trail, identify plant and animal life at Shore Path, and then get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: capture your vacation like a pro with an inspiring photography tour, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Cadillac Mountain, and then cruise along Park Loop Road.

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Getting from Newport to Bar Harbor by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Newport in July, things will get a bit cooler in Bar Harbor: highs are around 75°F and lows about 58°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) so you can drive to Ogunquit.

Ogunquit means "beautiful place by the sea" in the language of the Native Americans who inhabited the region long ago, and this remains an accurate description of this holiday destination today.

Kick off your visit on the 18th (Tue): appreciate the extensive heritage of Marginal Way Walkway, explore the striking landscape at Perkins Cove, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Ogunquit Beach.

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You can drive from Bar Harbor to Ogunquit in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight, train, and bus; or take a bus. When traveling from Bar Harbor in July, plan for somewhat warmer days in Ogunquit, with highs around 81°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 58°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Boston.

Rich in museums, restaurants, shops, and historical sites, Boston attracts over 16 million visitors each year.

Get out of town with these interesting Boston side-trips: Dolphin & Whale Watching (in Gloucester) and Salem (Salem Maritime National Historic Site & Salem Witch Museum). There's much more to do: admire the natural beauty at Boston Public Garden, stroll around Boston Common, buy something for everyone on your list at Faneuil Hall Marketplace, and explore the world behind art at Museum of Fine Arts.

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You can drive from Ogunquit to Boston in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Ogunquit in July, expect a bit warmer with lows of 67°F in Boston. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Fri) so you can catch the flight back home.