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Activities

Culture and Family Activities Near Portland. Inn by the Sea and the surrounding area is rich in scenic and recreational opportunity.

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Winter Days

Take in the surroundings and enjoy the magical essence of New England this season. Take in the Inn's panoramic views from our cozy accommodations.

Other winter activities for hotel guests include seasonal events, SPA Specials, s'mores by the fire pit - and so much more.

Activities & Events

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Morning Yoga

8:00am - 9:00am, Saturday & Sunday

Refresh the body & mind with a mixed level class overlooking the Atlantic. Meet in the fitness center, yoga mats provided. Adults only, available daily.

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Weekend Smore's

Join us on Friday and Saturday from 5PM to 7PM for Smore's Roasting 

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Thanksgiving at Inn by the Sea

Seating's from 11:30AM to 7:00PM
$90.00 per adult | $36.00 per child (4-12)
Call 207.799.3134 to reserve

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Thanksgiving to Go!

280.00 plus tax & 18% gratuity | must reserve by Wednesday November 19th, 2025 | Pick up between 2PM - 6PM Wednesday November 26th, 2025. Call to order 207.779.3134

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Brunch with Santa

Saturday December 6th and Saturday December 13, 2025 from 11AM to 1PM

Children 4-12 who bring an unwrapped toy for Toy for Tots eat FREE. 

Call 207.799.3134 for Reservations

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Christmas Ornament Decorating Friday 12/19/2025 - 4PM to 6PM

Bring the entire family and celebrate the festive season with our Holiday Ornament Decorating Class

Call 207.799.3134 to reserve 

Movie Night

Movie Night Friday December 19 & Saturday December 20, 2025 - 7PM to 9PM

Enjoy a Holiday Classic with the Family 

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Cookie Decorating Saturday December 20, 2025 10AM to 12PM

Unleash your creativity as you transform a simple fresh baked cookies into a sweet masterpiece, adorned with colorful candies and sugary delights.

Call 207.799.3134 to reserve 

Teddy Mountain Animals

Build a Winter Buddy Saturday December 20, 2025 2PM to 4PM

Craft a cozy companion by choosing soft fabrics, heartfelt accessories, and a sprinkle of imagination to build your very own Penguin, Reindeer or Polar Bear buddy!

Call 207.799.3134 to reserve 

Letters

Letters to Santa Sunday December 21, 2025 9:30AM to 11AM

Writing letters to Santa is a wonderful holiday tradition and the Inn will mail them to the North Pole right away!

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Crescent Beach

Whether a day at the beach means strolling and sun-bathing or swimming in the light surf, Crescent Beach offers it all. Relatively warm water at  this classic salt-water beach is just a private boardwalk away for a day of fun in the sun.  

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For the Lighthouse Loyalists

The coast of Maine is speckled with lighthouses - with a handful just short drive or bike ride away. Pack a picnic lunch from Sea Glass for a day lit with exploring.

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Babyquip Baby Gear

Traveling with the family?

We know it can be difficult to travel with all your baby gear so we have partnered with BabyQuip to make your family travel at Inn by the Sea a breeze.

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Virtually Breathtaking

Tour our beachfront hotel from the comfort of home. Walk along the private board walk to our mile of sand beach, sneak a peek at our Cove Suites, and catch a glimpse the grounds and our scenic ocean views. 

On property, we offer a variety of ways to experience Cape Elizabeth with weekly Beach Ecology Walks, Garden Tours, Great Pond Walks - and for the littlest explorers, and nightly smores. 

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