Kennebunkport Golf Trip Planning Guide
Kennebunkport is a quintessential Maine coastal town with surprisingly strong golf, amazing seafood, and a laid-back but upscale vibe. Play courses with ocean breezes, eat lobster at waterfront shacks, and stroll Dock Square for cocktails. It is more relaxed than Portland but delivers on every front.
3 courses · 5 restaurants · 3 bars · 5 activities
Quick Facts
Summer, Fall
PWM (35 min drive)
$40–$155
$700/night
3 of 3
~$463/person
Sample 3-Day Itinerary
Here's a realistic 3-day itinerary for a group golf trip to Kennebunkport. Every venue below is real and pulled from our curated database — no filler.
Day 1
Webhannet Golf Club — coastal, $95–$155 · 4.6★
Walter Travis links design with ocean views — tight, windy, and beautifully maintained since 1902
The Clam Shack — seafood, $
Legendary fried clam and lobster roll stand on the bridge — cash only, worth every penny
Alisson's Pub — dive · Open late
Downstairs from the restaurant — the closest thing to a dive bar in Kennebunkport
Day 2
Cape Arundel Golf Club — coastal, $80–$135 · 4.4★
The Bush family's home course — charming, walkable layout with Kennebunk River views
Lobster Boat Tour — 2-3 hours, $40–$65/pp
Watch lobstermen haul traps and learn the trade — you might pull up your own dinner
Bandaloop — upscale, $$$
Dock Square fine dining with creative seafood and an excellent wine list
Old Vines Wine Bar — cocktail
Chic wine bar in Dock Square with craft cocktails and a lovely garden patio
Day 3
Dutch Elm Golf Course — parkland, $40–$65 · 4.2★
Arundel municipal course with wide fairways — good warm-up round at a great price
Whale Watching Charter — half day, $50–$75/pp
Spot humpbacks, finbacks, and minke whales in the Gulf of Maine
Earth at Hidden Pond — farm to-table, $$$$
Hidden Pond resort restaurant with a chef's garden and tasting menus — top-tier dining experience
Batson River Brewing — brewpub
Kennebunk craft brewery and distillery with a hip tasting room and creative cocktails
Course-by-Course Guide
Kennebunkport has 3 courses worth playing. 3 are walkable if you want to save on cart fees.
Webhannet Golf Club
PremiumWalter Travis links design with ocean views — tight, windy, and beautifully maintained since 1902
Cape Arundel Golf Club
PremiumThe Bush family's home course — charming, walkable layout with Kennebunk River views
Dutch Elm Golf Course
SolidArundel municipal course with wide fairways — good warm-up round at a great price
Where to Stay
Kennebunkport has 2 group-friendly lodging options in our database, starting at $700/night for the whole house. Several options include hot tubs — a non-negotiable for most groups.
$700–$2500/night
Sleeps 8–14 · Goose Rocks Beach / Cape Porpoise
$900–$3000/night
Sleeps 10–16 · Kennebunk River / Dock Square area
Group Dining Guide
5 restaurants vetted for group golf trips. Several can handle large parties without a reservation headache.
The Clam Shack
$Legendary fried clam and lobster roll stand on the bridge — cash only, worth every penny
Bandaloop
$$$Dock Square fine dining with creative seafood and an excellent wine list
Earth at Hidden Pond
$$$$Hidden Pond resort restaurant with a chef's garden and tasting menus — top-tier dining experience
Alisson's Restaurant
$$Dock Square staple with pub fare, local seafood, and a fun bar scene downstairs
The Lost Fire
$$$$Named Maine's best steakhouse — Argentine-influenced USDA Prime cuts with a fire pit patio
Nightlife
3 bars curated for groups. 1 stay open past midnight.
Alisson's Pub
Late NightDownstairs from the restaurant — the closest thing to a dive bar in Kennebunkport
Old Vines Wine Bar
Chic wine bar in Dock Square with craft cocktails and a lovely garden patio
Batson River Brewing
Kennebunk craft brewery and distillery with a hip tasting room and creative cocktails
Activities Beyond Golf
5 off-course activities for rest days or afternoons.
Lobster Boat Tour
Watch lobstermen haul traps and learn the trade — you might pull up your own dinner
Whale Watching Charter
Spot humpbacks, finbacks, and minke whales in the Gulf of Maine
Sea Kayaking Cape Porpoise
Paddle past Goat Island Lighthouse and through the Cape Porpoise harbor
Marginal Way Walk
Scenic 1.25-mile cliff walk in nearby Ogunquit with stunning ocean views
Kennebunkport Brewing Company Tour
Federal Jack's brewpub and KBC tasting room — craft beer and waterfront views
Getting There
Fly into Portland International Jetport (PWM) — it's a 35-minute drive to Kennebunkport. For groups of 8+, consider booking a shuttle or party bus from the airport (local providers include Kennebunk Transportation and Atlantic Limo Maine). Renting two SUVs usually works for groups of 4-8.