Downtown Bangor Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Bangor
Popular places to visit
Waterfront Park
Explore the great outdoors at Waterfront Park, a lovely green space in Bangor. Discover the great live music and shops in this family-friendly area.
Maine Discovery Museum
You can take time to visit Maine Discovery Museum during your travels to Bangor. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Penobscot Theatre Company
You can enjoy a show at Penobscot Theatre Company during your trip to Bangor. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Bangor Museum and Center for History
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Bangor Museum and Center for History during your trip to Bangor. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
University of Maine Museum of Art
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at University of Maine Museum of Art in Bangor. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Bangor Farmers Market
During your trip to Bangor, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Bangor Farmers Market. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Our pick of the best Downtown Bangor Hotel Deals
Bangor Grande
"I had not stayed at this property for several years. I did miss an in room coffee maker and the hot breakfast that was previously included. My room was clean with a very comfy bed. Shout out to Morgan at the check in desk! He is simply awesome and so welcoming."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Country Inn at The Mall
"This establishment is my idea of an Inn: They don't have a lobby, they have a living room with fireplace; not a breakfast area with a silent attendant, a dining room with a friendly and cheerful face overseeing everyone has what they need; not a front entry but a place to relax in a rocker; not a ..."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hollywood Casino Bangor
"AC not working was warm even when it was set to the lowest 65"
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Bangor Aviator Hotel, BW Premier Collection
"Clean, comfortable and convenient"
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Quality Inn Bangor Airport
"Clean bedding, building to old, staff very friendly, breakfast OK"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Vacationland Inn & Suites
"Tiny room with two doors, one inside the hotel, one to the parking lot like a motel. Real key! Sketch tiles on the ceiling, had to check if it was a bug or stain up there. It was a stain! Not sure which is better. Breakfast was amazing with great staff, and nice that you didn't have to walk outside. ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Bangor
West Market Square Historic District
While West Market Square Historic District isn't home to many top sights, Penobscot River and Waterfront Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Main Street Historic District
While visiting Main Street Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Bangor Opera House and Penobscot Theatre Company.
High Street Historic District
While there might not be top attractions in High Street Historic District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Waterfront Park and Penobscot River.
Great Fire of 1911 Historic District
A noteworthy feature of Great Fire of 1911 Historic District is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out University of Maine Museum of Art and Bangor Farmers Market.
Broadway Historic District
When in Broadway Historic District, you can plan a visit to Penobscot River and Waterfront Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Whitney Park Historic District
When in Whitney Park Historic District, you can plan a visit to Maine Savings Amphitheater and Waterfront Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
