Parkside 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 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.
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.
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.
Victoria Mansion
You can find out about the history of Portland with a visit to Victoria Mansion. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
Top hotels in Parkside
Longfellow Hotel
Wonderful hotel- great location, staff and vibe.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
The Francis
Quaint , clean and cozy boutique hotel in walking distance to State theater.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
The Westin Portland Harborview
Location, clean rooms, pleasant staff
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
All was fine
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Portland Harbor Hotel
Location was great, staff was friendly (especially adam at the front desk) but the bed was very uncomfortable, pillows were cheap and deflated, and the whole "resort fee" was very offputting. I would rather just be told a real rate when I book over getting an extra few hundred in charges. The 35$ ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
The staff were Courteous
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Parkside
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 End
If you're spending some time in West End, Victoria Mansion and Portland Fire Museum are top sights worth seeing.
West Bayside
When in West Bayside, you can plan a visit to Bayside Bowl and Merrill Auditorium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Valley Street
While visiting Valley Street, you might make a stop by sights like Hadlock Field and Home of the Maine Celtics.
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.
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.
