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 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.
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.
Top hotels in Parkside
Longfellow Hotel
Clean, beautiful room with a vintage feel. Great staff, very attentive. If you have a show to go to they offer a car service to take you there. It’s a 5 minute walk to the theater though so that was nice. Tandem bakery is right next door. You have to get coffee and pastries. Make sure to get a loaded ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
The Francis
Great location, comfortable bed, charming property, friendly and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 1 May 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
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 Maine College of Art or Cross Insurance Arena 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 Fitzpatrick Stadium.
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 Maine College of Art.
