South Coast Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Coast
Where to stay in South Coast
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.
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.
Wells Beach
Wells Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Wells Beach and Crescent Beach.
Goose Rocks Beach
While there might not be top attractions in Goose Rocks Beach, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Goose Rocks Beach and Dock Square.
Back Cove
When in Back Cove, you can plan a visit to Hadlock Field and Portland Exposition Building, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
West End
If you're spending some time in West End, Victoria Mansion and Portland Fire Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
clean, convenient. perfect place and close to portland.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Portland Harbor Hotel
Lovely old hotel in the heart of Portland. Loved the pantry, the staff were friendly and our room was quiet and comfortable. We got a great price from Hotels.com. We would love to stay here again but the normal rate is too steep for us.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
Yes all was fine, but not even a bottle of water on arrival in the room!!!
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Elmwood Resort Hotel
The location is centrally located, it’s between Wells beach and Wells harbor. There are excellent restaurants nearby that offer great seafood dishes, as well as international options. I95 is easily accessible, Portland is an easy drive, as well as Cape Elizabeth.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
The Weldon Hotel
Very clean and new! Property has everything you need, including washer/dryer and kitchen. Would highly recommend!
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Nautical Mile
Great place to stay! Clean, lots of space made it very comfortable, having the kitchen was great, and location is ideal.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Popular places to visit
Perkins Cove
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Perkins Cove during your travels in Ogunquit. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
LL Bean Flagship Store
During your visit to Freeport, you can enjoy retail therapy at LL Bean Flagship Store. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply enjoy its seafood restaurants.
Dock Square
Learn about the local history of Kennebunkport with a stop at Dock Square. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Long Sands Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Long Sands Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to York Beach. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Old Orchard Beach Pier
Explore the waterfront in Old Orchard Beach with a trip to Old Orchard Beach Pier. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
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 entertainment choices.
- Ogunquit Beach
- Perkins Cove
- LL Bean Flagship Store
- Long Sands Beach
- Marginal Way
- Moody Beach
- Maine Mall
- Thompson's Point
- State Theatre
- Nubble Lighthouse
- Maine Medical Center
- Short Sands Beach
- Cross Insurance Arena
- Footbridge Beach
- Goose Rocks Beach
- Kittery Premium Outlets
- Merrill Auditorium
- Funtown Splashtown USA
- Ogunquit Playhouse
- Portland Museum of Art
- Palace Playland
- Mother's Beach
