Old Port 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.

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.

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 Old Port

Portland Harbor Hotel
Nice place in Portland Naine
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
Pet friendly and centrally located. A very nice getaway weekend.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Hyatt Place Portland Downtown - Old Port Square
The front desk staff was very helpful when we had an awful odor (some kind of chemical). They had us upgraded and in a new room I. Less than 20 minutes!
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront
Staff was a highlight. Valet parking staff awesome.great restaraunts within walking distance. Right across the street from the water. The hotel rooms are a little dated but the staff here more than makes up for it. Would stay again definitely.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront
Room was good. Restaurant for breakfast was good. Location good for downtown.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Courtyard Portland Downtown/Waterfront
Pool was very busy as we arrived on a holiday weekend. Rooms were clean and well maintained. Shower was HOT. Great stay
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Port

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 Merrill Auditorium.

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 Cross Insurance Arena or Portland Museum of Art might round out your trip.

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

East Bayside
If you're spending some time in East Bayside, Maine Jewish Museum and Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception are top sights worth seeing.

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.

Parkside
If you're spending some time in Parkside, Fitzpatrick Stadium and Neal S. Dow House are top sights worth seeing.
