York Harbor Inn

York is one of the most historically well-preserved and documented towns in New England. The first European inhabitants came in the very early 17th century. However, most preserved buildings date from the early 18th century. We invite you to share in our history by visiting our historical sights. For more information about York's history, visit the Old York Historical Society.

The Museums of Old York are Open from June through Columbus Day Weekend, Monday through Saturday from 10am to 5pm. Closed Sundays. Family friendly guided and self-guided tours are available at of the 8 museums of the Old York Historical Society.

Enjoy a variety of outdoor sports in and around York Harbor:

• Amusements Parks
  • York’s Wild Kingdom - Zoo and Theme Park, Rt 1 York, 363-3883
  • Funtown/Splashtown USA - Theme and Amusement Park, Rt 1 Saco, 284-5139
  • Palace Playland - Rides, waterslides, and amusements, on the beach. Old Orchard Beach 934-2001
• Horseback Riding - Horseman's Center (Wells), Long Horn Stables (Old Orchard), Mt. Agamenticus Riding Stables (York).
• Tennis - Gloria Perkins (Cider Hill, York),
• Mount Agamenticus - A 15-20 minute drive can take you to the top of Mount Agamenticus, affectionately known as "Big A". Not high as mountains go, 692' ASL, but from its peak on a clear day one can see the skyscrapers of Boston to the south, Cape Elizabeth and the entrance to Casco Bay to the North and the Presidential Range, including Mount Washington, to the West. As you look down from the summit on a clear day, the Isles of Shoals - about 10 miles off York and Boon Island - about 6 miles from the coast, seem like a stones throw from shore.
• Scenic Walk - Marginal Way - Ogunquit one mile path along coast. Ends in Perkins Cove Wells National Estuarine Reserve at Laudholm Farm - 1600 scenic acres of research reserve including a 19th century saltwater farm, Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge area, Laudholm Farm Visitors Center, exhibits, and seven miles of spectacular marsh walkways and trails along marshes, fields, and wetlands. Open year round. 342 Laudholm Farm Road, Wells. 646-1555, 646-4521.
• Rachel Carson Wildlife Preserve - Open sunrise to sunset for bird watching and self-guided tours. Rt 9 Kennebunk/Wells Town line. 646-1555.
• Ghostly Tours of York, Maine – Please join Ghostly Tours while they intrigue you and your family with a candlelight tour through York Village. You will be escorted by a hooded tour guide and hear authentic Ghost Stories, Witch Tales and Folklore of the 18th and 19th centuries. Reservations strongly suggested. Open seasonally. Call 207-363-0000 for hours and rates. Groups meet at Gravestone Artwear, 250 York St. Rte. 1A York, ME. 03909.
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