Portland, ME

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Portland Head Light showing rocky coastline, general coastal views and a sunset
Bradbury Mountain State Park featuring a small town or village, fall colors and landscape views
Fort Williams Park featuring general coastal views and rocky coastline as well as an individual femail
Mother\'s Beach which includes a sandy beach, rugged coastline and a house
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Where to stay in Portland

State Street Church

Downtown Portland

4.5/5(326 area reviews)

Downtown Portland is known for its captivating waterfront views, and with sights like Cross Insurance Arena and Merrill Auditorium, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Portland.

Downtown Portland
Old Port featuring a bay or harbor

Old Port

4.5/5(473 area reviews)

Cobblestone streets, 19th-century brick buildings, and fishing piers define this district, offering boutiques, restaurants, and bars. Explore Post Office Park, Tommy's Park with its large mural, and stroll the Eastern Promenade Trail to East End Beach.

Old Port
Portland which includes a garden

East Bayside

4.5/5(30 area reviews)

Bordered by Franklin Street and Washington Avenue, East Bayside offers a community arts venue, Mayo Street Arts, and the relaxing green space of Kennedy Park. Explore nearby Old Port and Munjoy Hill.

East Bayside
Victoria Mansion featuring a house, heritage elements and interior views

West End

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

Distinguished by its well-preserved Victorian architecture, this downtown Portland neighborhood boasts the scenic Western Promenade park, offering views of the White Mountains, and several historic structures, such as the Gothic House and Morrill Mansion.

West End
Eastern Promenade showing general coastal views, kayaking or canoeing and a bay or harbor

East End

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in East End, Eastern Promenade and Portland Observatory are top sights worth seeing.

East End
Great piece of history and food, for the Portland area

West Bayside

4/5(2 area reviews)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West Bayside and surrounding area, you can visit Merrill Auditorium and Cross Insurance Arena.

West Bayside
Portland Harbor Hotel
Portland Harbor Hotel
4 out of 5
468 Fore Street, Portland, ME
The price is AED 475 per night from Feb 17 to Feb 18
AED 475
AED 665 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 coffee shops/cafes, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,452 reviews)
Will Definitely Stay Again
"Phenomenal! Clean, convenient, excellent service. Loved the lobby with welcoming fireplace, comfortable chairs, and a well-stocked bar."

Reviewed on 29 January 2025

Portland Harbor Hotel
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
88 Spring St, Portland, ME
The price is AED 360 per night from Feb 5 to Feb 6
AED 360
AED 398 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Feb - 6 Feb
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,132 reviews)
"Perfect location in downtown Portland with gorgeous views of the Bay. Helpful staff and a comfortable room. Some construction at the property made the elevators inconvenient but it was still totally worth it."

Reviewed on 28 January 2025

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay, an IHG Hotel
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
3 out of 5
25 HANCOCK STREET, Portland, ME
The price is AED 356 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
AED 356
AED 494 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (759 reviews)
"Hotel was very nice. Walking distance to a lot of restaurants and some breweries. My husband and I thought it was a good location."

Reviewed on 30 January 2025

Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
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Popular places to visit

State Theatre showing street scenes as well as an individual femail

State Theatre

4.5/5(88 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at State Theatre during your trip to Portland. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene.

State Theatre
East End Beach which includes general coastal views and a beach as well as a small group of people

East End Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, East End Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Portland.

East End Beach
Portland Museum of Art showing art and interior views as well as a small group of people

Portland Museum of Art

4.5/5(255 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Portland Museum of Art during your trip to Portland. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed theater scene.

Portland Museum of Art
Victoria Mansion featuring a house, heritage elements and interior views

Victoria Mansion

4.5/5(121 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Portland with a trip to Victoria Mansion. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices.

Victoria Mansion
Eastern Promenade showing a bay or harbor and general coastal views as well as a small group of people

Eastern Promenade

5/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Eastern Promenade, a lovely green space in Portland. Stroll along the waterfront or attend a sporting event in the area.

Eastern Promenade
MECA - Portland - building previously Porteous, Mitchell and Braun department store

Maine College of Art

5/5(1 review)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Maine College of Art during your trip to Portland. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices.

Maine College of Art

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