East Bayside Travel Guide
Portland





Visit East Bayside
Popular places to visit

Maine Jewish Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Maine Jewish Museum in Portland. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its entertainment choices.

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.
Top hotels in East Bayside

Portland Harbor Hotel
Breakfast pantry was great for early morning coffee, danish or yogurt!
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
View was nice from room. Otherwise the heating system was loud, the food was meh at best (I can see why they give a credit) and parking was confusing. The staff was friendly and engaging however and the location was nice
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026

HomeAwhile
Nice and quiet
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
Beautiful hotel, great location, valet parking is pretty much necessary at $35 per night, double beds are not queen size.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
When I booked my stay I was under the impression that there was breakfast and there wasn't which wasn't ideal for traveling with kids and when I asked for a wash cloth the person didn't know what a wash cloth was and just gave me a towel and he was upset that I took his time from his phone. Then ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
Overall stay was good. The clock alarm went off at 6 am. I never thought of checking to see if the alarm clock was set...just assumed it wasn't. Walking distance to Old Port and good restaurants. Beds/bedding was ok. Staff was friendly. I'd stay again.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Bayside

East End
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East End and surrounding area, you can visit East End Beach and Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal.

Munjoy Hill
While Munjoy Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like East End Beach and Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal.

West Bayside
When in West Bayside, you can plan a visit to Bayside Bowl and Merrill Auditorium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Old Port
The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Old Port. A stop by Cross Insurance Arena or Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal might round out your trip.

Downtown Portland
A noteworthy feature of Downtown Portland is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Cross Insurance Arena and Maine College of Art.

Portland Arts District
The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Portland Arts District. A stop by Maine College of Art or Cross Insurance Arena might round out your trip.
