West End Travel Guide
Portland





Popular places to visit

Victoria Mansion
You can find out about the history of Portland with a visit to Victoria Mansion. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and 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 acclaimed theatre scene.

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.

University of Southern Maine
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Southern Maine as part of your travels around Portland. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in the area.

Portland Observatory
After visiting Portland Observatory, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Portland. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its entertainment choices.
Top hotels in West End

Blind Tiger Portland - Danforth Street.
This was my first trip to Maine for a quick 38 hour trip for a friend's baby shower from Friday afternoon to Sunday morning. Communication was easy as I was able to text the person at the front desk letting them know my ETA. Once I got my rental car and let them know I was close, the host Maggie ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Portland Harbor Hotel
Hotel was within walking distance to everything we wanted! Friendly, helpful staff, bartender was great! Extremely clean hotel, would absoulty stay again!
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
Excellent location & great service throughout.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
This was a very relaxing stay with a helpful
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
Clean and big comfy bed. Much better than I expected for the price.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

HomeAwhile
great location and clean! Very new!
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West End

Valley Street
While visiting Valley Street, you might make a stop by sights like Hadlock Field and Fitzpatrick Stadium.

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

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.

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.

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

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.
