West Bayside Travel Guide
Portland
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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.
University of Southern Maine
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Southern Maine as part of your travels around Portland. Stroll along the waterfront or attend a sporting event in the area.
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.
Victoria Mansion
Visit the remarkably preserved 19th-century manor house, located in downtown Portland. Get an authentic impression of life during that era.
Top hotels in West Bayside
The Westin Portland Harborview
everything was amazing
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
Great stay
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
Was put here by Expedia due to an error with another hotel. Promised a great room with just as good of a view as I would have had at the other hotel (Hilton Garden Inn). Got a wonderful view of a parking garage and the valet parking lot. Awesome.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
The hotel is great for short notice and is budget friendly. Close to the airport.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Portland Harbor Hotel
I stayed with 2 colleagues overnight for a business trip. The staff was superb. Roman and Hannah helped accommodate a means for us to work on our project while at the hotel. So grateful for their kindness. The rooms were well appointed and the lobby cozy with a fire.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
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Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Bayside
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
