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Kittery
Spend half a day at the outlet district and museum; add a night if you want a quiet stay near the shops.
Kittery is a small Maine town on the New Hampshire border, known for its outlet malls and a naval museum. It is a convenient stop on I‑95, about an hour from Boston. A few hours cover shopping and the museum; a night adds a relaxed base before heading to nearby Portland or Portsmouth.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Jun–Aug (good beach weather, outlet crowds)
- avoid Dec–Feb (cold, limited outdoor dining)
- Airport
- PWM
- Nights
- 1 (optional)
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Kittery911 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Kittery, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyKittery is low‑risk; typical US safety precautions apply.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police/fire/ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportPWM Portland International Jetport (about 20 min drive via Route 1).
- Getting aroundCar is easiest; use I‑95 or scenic Route 1.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Museum or sight ticketMuseum entry$3 adults, $1.50 children
- Budget bedKittery Inn and Suites room, a night, per roomUS$98
- Mid-range bedKittery Inn and Suites room, a night, per roomUS$120
- High-end bedKittery Inn and Suites room, a night, per roomUS$150
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$50 · Mid US$80 · High US$130
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- PWM Portland International Jetport (about 20 min drive via Route 1)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
Feb
Avoid
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
Mar
not flagged
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Apr
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
May
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Jun
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jul
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Aug
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Sep
not flagged
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Oct
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Nov
not flagged
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Dec
Avoid
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
Best: Jun–Aug. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)), coolest Jan (−9°C (16°F)16°F (−9°C) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest Feb (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Kittery: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
−9°C (16°F)16°F (−9°C)
8 rd
Feb
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
7 rd
Mar
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
9 rd
Apr
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
10 rd
May
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
11 rd
Jun
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
12 rd
Jul
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
13 rd
Aug
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
12 rd
Sep
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
11 rd
Oct
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
Nov
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
8 rd
Dec
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
−7°C (19°F)19°F (−7°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Car is easiest; use I‑95 or scenic Route 1. Parking is plentiful at the outlets. Walking between shops and the museum is under 10 min.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Freeport, ME
goDoor to door: 30 min round trip
Drive north on Route 1, about 15 min
More outlet stores and L.L.Bean flagship.
Portsmouth, NH
goDoor to door: 20 min round trip
Cross the border via I‑95, about 10 min
Historic downtown and waterfront.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Kittery Inn and Suites
1950s inn restored, near Route 1 and outlet district
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $50–$80 excl. bed
- Mid
- $80–$130 excl. bed
Trip budget
| Kittery Inn and Suites room1 × 1 night × US$120 | US$120 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$80 | US$160 |
| Parking at outlet district (per day)2 × US$5 | US$10 |
| eSIM data plan (1 week)2 × US$30 | US$60 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$35 |
| Trip total≈ US$193 per person per day, bed included | US$385 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights and car rental excluded.
Prices of common things
| Lobster roll at Bob's Clam Hut | $10–$20 |
| Museum entry | $3 adults, $1.50 children |
| Outlet store purchase (average) | $20–$100 |
| Parking at outlet district (per hour) | $2–$3 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- NH toll roads near the border can add extra cost.
- Summer traffic on I‑95 and Route 1 can cause delays.
- Outlet store hours vary; some close early on Sundays.
Emergency numbers
- Police/Fire/Ambulance
- 911
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- I‑95 toll (NH segment): about $2–$3 each way
- Parking at Kittery Outlets: about $5 per day
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Kittery. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Aug (good beach weather, outlet crowds) · avoid Dec–Feb (cold, limited outdoor dining) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night at Kittery Inn and Suites for easy access to early‑opening outlet sales.
- Combine with a day in Portland (30 min north) for food and culture.
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