Portland Arts District Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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 great live music and entertainment choices.
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.
Charles Q. Clapp House
Demonstrating the wealth and artistic sensibilities of 19th-century Portland, this masterpiece of Greek Revival architecture is next to the Portland Museum of Art.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Portland Arts District
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
This hotel is good value for money. I had a nice room overlooking the bay. The breakfast is one of the better quality breakfasts and reasonably priced that I have had in a long time. I also ate in their restaurant and thee food was good. I would definitely make a point to stay again.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Portland Harbor Hotel
We (and our kids!) loved the “pantry” on each floor — fruit, snacks, cookies, tea, coffee. It was a much-appreciated surprise. Room was clean and quiet, and all staff were friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
I could not have asked for a better hotel and room for my stay in Portland. This is now my second stay in a Cambria property and this stay was even better than my previous 5 star stay. Great location, walk to everything, the best restaurants, Old Town, the waterfront. The room was immaculate, spacious, ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
HomeAwhile
Check in was a nightmare. Key machine did not work and it took over an hour to get in to a room where the key only worked once. After finally getting in I was assigned a different room as we couldn’t get the key to work.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
The room was great. No microwave (which would have been helpful)
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Portland Downtown - Old Port Square
Great stay here, central location, staff were pleasant and helpful. Also the rooms were spacious and clean, family really enjoyed the stay.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 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 Maine College of Art.
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.
West Bayside
When in West Bayside, you can plan a visit to Bayside Bowl and Merrill Auditorium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Parkside
If you're spending some time in Parkside, Fitzpatrick Stadium and Neal S. Dow House are top sights worth seeing.
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.
West End
If you're spending some time in West End, Victoria Mansion and Portland Fire Museum are top sights worth seeing.
