Brunswick to Boston

Suspended over the Androscoggin River, this famous swinging pedestrian bridge was first built in 1892 for workers traveling between Topsham and the Cabot Mill in Brunswick. Soon, this feat of civil engineering will become a part of the longer Androscoggin Riverwalk, but for now, it’s an extremely Instagrammable place to stretch your legs before a long day of driving.

Shopping isn’t for everyone, but even the most frugal souls will enjoy poking around the flagship location of Maine’s favorite outdoor outfitters. L.L. Bean in Freeport is open 24 hours, and while you’ll find signature goods like slippers and canvas bags, you’ll also encounter some novelties. A pair of taxidermied moose locked in battle? Got it. A riverbed aquarium? Sure. A giant winter boot? That’s how you’ll know you’re in the right place.