Downtown Portland Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
State Theatre
The beautiful mix of architectural styles, from Art Deco to Moorish, makes this newly renovated performing arts venue one of New England’s best.
Portland Museum of Art
Maine’s largest and oldest art institution showcases three centuries of American art and European masters in its architecturally impressive museum complex.
Wadsworth-Longfellow House
As you tour this historic brick home, trace three generations of Maine family history and learn about the cultural and political impact of its family members.
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.
State Street Church
Portland’s history of religious tolerance finds its place in a Gothic Revival building at the city center, perfect for attending religious services while on vacation.
McLellan-Sweat Mansion
Providing a window into Maine’s prosperous past, this well-preserved early 19th-century brick mansion and house museum forms the back of the Portland Museum of Art.
Top hotels in Downtown Portland
The Westin Portland Harborview
everything was amazing
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
If you like a small boutique hotel this is the place to stay. Great location to shopping and restaurants. The food and the atmosphere at The Armory pub was cozy and friendly..
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
Proximity to event was great. Walking distance to many things. was excellent and the lobby was inviting. Big heated, clean pool. No hut tub to speak of. Cons - room was not very clean. The bedding and towels, and shower curtain were all stained with colorful sticky stuff like candy??? The lobby smelled ...
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Portland Harbor Hotel
Very convenient. Helpful staff. The room was very small and not a great space for relaxing.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Portland Downtown - Old Port Square
The staff were friendly! Check in and out was easy! The valet (expensive in the whole area) was fast and professional. The bed was comfortable and the room was clean. We didn’t know they were renovating the lobby and probably wouldn’t have stayed there if we had known but the room was nice and the ...
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront
Ocean view
Reviewed on 9 Mar 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, Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and Maine Jewish Museum 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.
