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Portsmouth is a civilized little seaside city of bridges, brick, and seagulls, and quite a little gem. Filled with elegant architecture that's more intimate than intimidating, this bonsai-size city projects a strong, proud sense of its heritage without being overly precious. Part of the city's appeal is its variety: Upscale coffee shops and art galleries stand alongside old-fashioned barbershops and tattoo parlors. Despite a steady influx of money in recent years, the town still retains an earthiness that serves as a tangy vinegar for more saccharine coastal spots. Portsmouth's humble waterfront must actually be sought out; when found, it's rather understated.
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The Dunes on the Waterfront
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The White Barn Inn
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Kennebunkport, ME 04046 Map Distance: 25.7 mi. (from destination center) Hotel Class: 
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Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel
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AttractionsCape Neddick Light
Nubble Island
York, Maine Distance: 9.8 mi. (from destination center) Description: The 41-foot-tall lighthouse is not open to the public, but visitors can get a great view from the parking lot and telescope at Sohier Park. ... Read More
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Mt. Agamenticus
Southern Maine
Mountain Rd. South Berwick, Maine Distance: 11.1 mi. (from destination center) Description: Rare plants, animals, and trees thrive at 30,000-acre Mt. Agamenticus. Surrounding the mountain are wetlands, home to colorful frogs, turtles, and insects.... Read More
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Ogunquit Beach
Beach St.
Ogunquit, Maine Distance: 14.9 mi. (from destination center) Description: Rocky cliffs and huge summer homes border the three miles of sandy shore at Ogunquit Beach. Runners flock to the beach every year to take part in the five-mile Lobster Dash.... Read More
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