Portland Arts District Travel Guide
Portland
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Popular places to visit
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.
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 entertainment choices and great live music.
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.
Charles Q. Clapp House
Find out about the history of Portland with a stop at Charles Q. Clapp House. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its entertainment choices.
State Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at State Theatre during your stay in Portland. Experience the area's entertainment choices and 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.
Top hotels in Portland Arts District
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
I appreciated the extra parking lot/garage. It was a nice clean room and so close to all the fun in old port!
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
The staff were great. Friendly and helpful! Loved the use of the shuttle into town
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
The Westin Portland Harborview
Wonderful as always. Comfortable beds, spacious rooms. Lovely, helpful staff
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
I love the hotel!
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Tru by Hilton Portland Airport Area
We were welcomed with pleasant staff, offered options and provided information for places around us for dining and options. Quiet and comfortable
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Portland Harbor Hotel
I had a Junior Suite and it was lovely. Bed was extremely comfortable and it was very quiet. I will say the breakfast is costly in my opinion but it was great.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Portland Arts District
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 Fore Street Gallery.
Old Port
The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Old Port. A stop by Fore Street Gallery or Cross Insurance Arena might round out your trip.
West Bayside
When in West Bayside, you can plan a visit to Merrill Auditorium and Cross Insurance Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Parkside
If you're spending some time in Parkside, Neal S. Dow House and Fitzpatrick Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
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.
West End
If you're spending some time in West End, Victoria Mansion and Portland Fire Museum are top sights worth seeing.
