East End Travel Guide
Portland





Popular places to visit

East End Beach
Swim in the Atlantic Ocean, stroll along the sand-and-pebble shoreline or enjoy a picnic with unbeatable views at Portland’s public beach.

Eastern Promenade
Built on an old rail corridor along the easternmost portion of Portland’s peninsula, this waterfront trail offers stunning views of the harbor and Atlantic Ocean.

Portland Observatory
After visiting Portland Observatory, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Portland. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its great live music.

East Prom Trail
Former rail beds are often turned into trails. At this one you can walk, run, bike or swim for active relaxation within the city.

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.
Top hotels in East End

Clarion Hotel Portland
The free shuttle was right on time. We stayed here to catch a super early bus to NYC. We have stayed here before. The staff is friendly. The room is very comfortable and it's a great place to stay when you're catching a bus.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Portland Harbor Hotel
It was a very nice and comfortable hotel. Walkable to everything. I would stay here agaiin.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Fireside Inn & Suites Portland
Everything was convenient.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Germaine Inn South Portland
Staff were nice.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Portland
I like it closer interstates
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

LivAway Suites Portland-Scarborough
It was clean, we just did not have to interact with the staff too much so I could not honestly give an answer. We assumed the kitchen included pots and pans, and the heating element (stove top) was not the best; it took a long time to heat up water. But aside from that, we would definitely stay again, ...
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East End

Munjoy Hill
While Munjoy Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like East End Beach and Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.