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 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.
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 great live music and 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 acclaimed theatre scene.
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 great live music.
Cathedral Church of Saint Luke
After visiting Cathedral Church of Saint Luke, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Portland. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Top hotels in Downtown Portland
The Westin Portland Harborview
We enjoyed our stay. The only boy issue was a stain on the box spring, which staff took care of almost immediately. Would definitely stay again
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
Disappointed with Friday dinner. Ordered simple burgers and they were burnt. Staff great, though
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Portland Harbor Hotel
Nice place in Portland Naine
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
We only stayed for a night but we had a wonderful stay at this hotel, and what truly made the experience stand out was the exceptional staff, Richard. When we asked him for a lunch recommendation, he suggested a fantastic local spot! His knowledge of the area and willingness to go the extra mile ...
Reviewed on 11 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
Hotel is under construction at the moment. It is also the preferred hotel for ICE agents. Parking is fine, there’s a self pay lot next door as well as valet available.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
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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 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.
Parkside
If you're spending some time in Parkside, Fitzpatrick Stadium and Neal S. Dow House 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.
