Attractions in Augusta, Maine

Easy Access to Augusta, ME Attractions
No matter where you’re going in Maine, the Senator Inn and Spa is on your way! Whether you want to go antiquing or clothes shopping, hiking or biking, golfing or skiing, whale watching or fall leaf peeping, the Senator Inn and Spa provides easy access and a central location from which to locate attractions in Augusta and throughout Maine.

Popular attractions in Augusta, Maine’s Capital city, include the State House, the Blaine House which houses Maine’s governor, historic Hallowell, Belgrade Lakes and the Maine State Museum. Other attractions in Augusta include some of the finest golf courses in Maine, summer theatre at the Theatre at Monmouth and the Gas Light Theatre, concerts at the Augusta Civic Center and year-round shopping at a variety stores and malls.

Augusta Points of Interest & Local Area Attractions:
Maine State Capital Building State Street Augusta, ME 04330 (207) 287-2301	Constructed of native granite, the building houses the Maine Law Library, Legislative Chambers, and Office of the Governor. > learn more
The Blaine House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333 (207) 287-2301	The Blaine House was given to the state of Maine in 1919 to be used as the governors' mansion. Tours must be scheduled. > learn more
Maine State Museum 83 State House Station Augusta  ME  04333 (207) 287-2301	Recalling the historic events and times that shaped Maine into the geographical and cultural state is it today, the Maine State Museum offers workshops, programs, exhibits, and a friendly staff . > learn more
Old Fort Western 16 Cony Street Augusta,  ME 04330 (207) 626-2385	Dating to the 1700's, one of the United States' oldest surviving wooden military buildings can be found at Old Fort Western. This is a National Historic Monument. 2004 marked its 250th anniversary. > learn more
Children's Discovery Museum 265 Water Street Augusta,  ME  04330 (207) 622-2209	Programs, exhibits, and kiosks provide interactive learning for children. The Children's Discovery Museum has many crafts and activities for children to partake in. A thriving member of Augusta's community since 1992. > learn more
Pine Street State Arboretum 153 Hospital Street Augusta,  ME  04332 (207) 621-0031	This 224-acre park displays over 200 species of trees, all of which have been labeled for the benefit of visitors. There are also several trees on display that have been grown from seeds that traveled on the Space Shuttle. > learn more
Historic Hallowell Hallowell, ME 04347 Trip: 8 miles	The historic town of Hallowell, located just three miles from the Senator Inn & Spa, is described as “the gem of the Kennebec.” The ambiance of this City feels like a quaint old world village. > learn more
Bicycling in Augusta, Maine	Cyclists flock to the Kennebec Valley region known for its outstanding outdoor recreation opportunities, including biking, hiking, canoeing, whitewater rafting and fishing. > learn more
Augusta Area Shopping	Whether you enjoy retail shopping, shopping for antiques or shopping at L.L. Bean, the Senator Inn provides easy access to Augusta-area shopping. > learn more
Augusta, Maine Restaurants and Dining	Augusta is the home to one of Maine’s most unique restaurants, Cloud 9 at the Senator Inn and Spa. > learn more
Theatres Near Augusta, Maine	If you enjoy live theater, then Gaslight Theater and The Theater at Monmouth are two theatres near Augusta, Maine that are worthy of your consideration while visiting the Augusta area or staying at the Senator Inn and Spa. > learn more
Golf Courses Near Augusta, Maine	Belgrades Lakes Golf Course and Fox Ridge Golf Club are two superb golf courses within short driving distance from the Senator Inn & Spa. > learn more
Maine General Medical Center 6 East Chestnut Street Augusta, ME 04330 (207) 626-1000	Maine General Medical Center is an acute care hospital with facilities in both Augusta and Waterville. > learn more
Augusta Civic Center 76 Community Drive Augusta, ME 04330 (207) 626-2405	This venue is home to most of the major concerts, plays and expositions that come to Augusta. > learn more
University of Maine at Augusta 46 University Drive Augusta, ME 04330 (207) 621-3000	The University of Maine at Augusta (UMA) provides the people of Maine with the opportunity to obtain an accessible, affordable, supportive, high-quality college education. > learn more
The Small Business Administration, Augusta Office 68 Sewall Street Augusta, ME 04330 (207) 622-8274	The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) was created in 1953 as an independent agency of the federal government to aid, counsel, assist and protect the interests of small business concerns, to preserve free competitive enterprise and to maintain and strengthen the overall economy of our nation. > learn more
Augusta State Airport 75 Airport Road Augusta, Maine 04330 (207) 626-2306	The Augusta State Airport, while owned by the State of Maine, is managed and operated by the City of Augusta. > learn more
Treasure Equestrian Center 238 Prescott Rd. Manchester, Maine 04351 207-623-1152	Treasure Equestrian Center is home to many facets of equine endeavors, including limited boarding, training and sale of horses, as well as the hosting of clinics, workshops, camps and shows. At the heart of our mission, however, is education, and that focus carries over with all that we do. > learn more