Back Cove Travel Guide
Portland
Popular places to visit
State Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at State Theatre during your stay in Portland. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Portland Museum of Art
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Portland Museum of Art during your travels in Portland. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its entertainment choices.
University of Southern Maine
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Southern Maine as part of your travels around Portland. Stroll along the waterfront or attend a sporting event in the area.
East End Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, East End Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Portland.
Portland Observatory
After visiting Portland Observatory, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Portland. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its great live music.
Eastern Promenade
Eastern Promenade is just one of the places to see in Portland, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's waterfront or attend a sporting event.
Top hotels in Back Cove
Portland Harbor Hotel
Great place. Central to many restaurants
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
Room was clean. Parking on site. Early check-in accommodation was available. Great hotel.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
HomeAwhile
Air conditioning system was making loud clap every 10 minutes, not restful sleep. We arrived late at night, so unfortunately, did not notice right away. We reserved two rooms via Expedia. Upon arrival we were told we have only one room reserved. At the end, hotel was able to find another room for ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
Breakfast was fantastic. John's bloodymary is so good!!!
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
Staff was friendly. Would be nice if there was better signage for the gym/pool though.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Portland Downtown - Old Port Square
The hotel was clean and in a great spot. The staff was helpful. I was disappointed in some of the tech. You are asked to text to retrieve your car. Our car was “not recognized by the system”. We also were unable to cast to the TV in our room with a streaming app. The service kept on recognizing an ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Back Cove
Deering Center
Deering Center might not have many top sights, but Hadlock Field and Portland Exposition Building are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
East Deering
Though East Deering may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like East End Beach and Merrill Auditorium.
Oakdale
While Oakdale may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hadlock Field and Portland Exposition Building.
East Bayside
If you're spending some time in East Bayside, Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and Maine Jewish Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Rosemont
Rosemont might not have many top sights, but Children's Museum and Theatre of Maine and Thompson's Point are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
West Bayside
When in West Bayside, you can plan a visit to Bayside Bowl and Merrill Auditorium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
