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Food scene
https://innonpeaks.com/dining/
The Cockeyed Gull is open year round! Owned by an island family, it's a wonderful place to have an excellent meal any time of year.
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The Cockeyed Gull Restaurant
78 Island AveThe Cockeyed Gull is open year round! Owned by an island family, it's a wonderful place to have an excellent meal any time of year.
Open during the warmer months, come get an ice cream cone and some souvenirs.
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Down Front
20 Welch StOpen during the warmer months, come get an ice cream cone and some souvenirs.
Right up the hill from the ferry, get a hot mug of coffee and a sandwich from this year round breakfast and lunch spot
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Peaks Cafe
50 Island AveRight up the hill from the ferry, get a hot mug of coffee and a sandwich from this year round breakfast and lunch spot
Hannigan's has all the basics and then some! Get a grinder at the deli in the back for a quick picnic lunch. We often bring a couple bags of groceries and get whatever else we need at Hannigan's. once we get here. Pizza on Thursdays! Hours differ seasonally. Please plan ahead!
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Hannigan's Island Market
76 Island AveHannigan's has all the basics and then some! Get a grinder at the deli in the back for a quick picnic lunch. We often bring a couple bags of groceries and get whatever else we need at Hannigan's. once we get here. Pizza on Thursdays! Hours differ seasonally. Please plan ahead!
The Inn On Peaks Island
33 Island AveOpen for lunch and dinner seasonally
Locally owned and operated! Open seasonally. https://islandlobsterco.com
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Island Lobster Company
20 Island AveLocally owned and operated! Open seasonally. https://islandlobsterco.com
City/town information
Restaurants, shops, movies and art are all within walking distance of Casco Bay Lines. It's worth planning an afternoon or evening out on the town!
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Portland
Restaurants, shops, movies and art are all within walking distance of Casco Bay Lines. It's worth planning an afternoon or evening out on the town!
Sightseeing
Fifth Maine Regiment Museum
45 Seashore AveReally cool history and excellent views!
Gem Gallery
62 Island AveWonderful place where island artists display and sell their craftsmanship. Check it out!
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Rent a bike or a golf cart!
Taking a picnic to the back shore or bringing your things to Sand Beach are all easier when you've got wheels! Brad's Bike Rental is across from Hannigan's and golf carts (seasonal) are available by the ferry. http://peaksislandcarts.com
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Ferry to Peaks' Island and Parking on the Mainland
Casco Bay Lines runs a ferry to Peaks' Island almost every hour. Link to schedule: https://www.cascobaylines.com/schedules/peaks-island-schedule/. It is a 20 minute ferry ride. Our house is about a half mile/15 minute walk from the ferry. You can leave your car on the mainland or bring it to the island on the car ferry. Link to Portland parking: http://www.portlandmaine.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1362/Parking-Survey-JUNE-21?bidId=
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Peaks' Island Taxi Service
https://peaksislandtaxi.org
The taxi is usually waiting at the ferry when the boat comes in. You can also call and make reservations. Drivers are locals, so ask questions!
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Bring a stroller or wagon
The island is very walkable and kids love to have that freedom, but I found bringing a stroller or wagon really helpful when my kids were little. They could walk as much as they wanted and then hop in the stroller when they got tired.
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Water Taxi from Portland to Peaks' Island
http://portlandseataxi.com/rates/