Downtown Portland Travel Guide
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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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
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.
Wadsworth-Longfellow House
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Wadsworth-Longfellow House during your trip to Portland. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its great live music.
Maine College of Art
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Maine College of Art during your trip to Portland. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
State Street Church
After visiting State Street Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Portland. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
McLellan-Sweat Mansion
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at McLellan-Sweat Mansion during your trip to Portland. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Top hotels in Downtown Portland
Portland Harbor Hotel
The hotel was beautiful and my room so nice and clean. The staff was top notch and really helped me with how to get around and what to see. I had a fabulous stay and will be back.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
Beautiful.. great location, great bar and menu.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
Staff was exceptional. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Amenities were great! Overall great experience!
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront
Location and parking staff
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
The Westin Portland Harborview
Spotless room, soft towel, bed super comfy. Fridge could have been a lil colder. I’ve stayed many times and will always stay again. Great front desk people!
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place Portland Downtown - Old Port Square
Room was very clean and staff were professional and nice. Hotel is under construction so amenities were lacking. Personal preference: bed was hard and pillows were tiny. Super walkable though which we love!
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Portland
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.
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 Merrill Auditorium and Wadsworth-Longfellow House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Parkside
If you're spending some time in Parkside, Neal S. Dow House and Fitzpatrick Stadium 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.
