Higgins Beach Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Higgins Beach
Popular places to visit
Scarborough Beach State Park
People flock to this state park for its beach offering great saltwater swimming conditions and its inland grounds with many scenic pathways.
Ferry Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ferry Beach during your trip to Scarborough? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Western Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Western Beach during your trip to Scarborough? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Cliff Walk
Follow in the footsteps of famed artist Winslow Homer as you stroll along one of Portland’s most scenic coastline walking paths.
Beech Ridge Motor Speedway
Catch an event at Beech Ridge Motor Speedway during your trip to Scarborough. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.
Big 20 Bowling Center
You can enjoy the entertainment at Big 20 Bowling Center during your trip to Scarborough. Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Activities
Downtown Portland: Coastal Vibe and Old Mansions with In-Add Audio Tour
Portland Smartphone Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour
Portland Maine Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle
Portland Maine App-Based Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle
Maine: Portland Smartphone-Based Walking Audio Tour
Our pick of the best Higgins Beach Hotel Deals
The Westin Portland Harborview
The staff was very helpful. Breakfast was included. Full service, not continental. Really good food. Parking was validated. No surprises on put bill. Definitely recommended.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
Clean room , nice pool area and quiet ,will say that the beds are kinda uncomfortable but if you’re there for a night it’s not too bad ! I’d come back again.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Portland Harbor Hotel
A very nice and unique hotel in a great location. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
Clean room. Helpful staff when room key did not work.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
We booked the Regency Hotel for a girls weekend, and it was awesome! The location is perfect! We booked two rooms, and both were spotless. The staff was friendly and accommodating. My niece had a spa treatment that she said was heavenly. We spent time at the Armory Lounge, and the bartender was as ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
Very clean and great staff!
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Higgins Beach
Prouts Neck
While visiting Prouts Neck, you might make a stop by sights like Ferry Beach and Scarborough Beach State Park.
Pine Point
Travellers enjoy Pine Point for its beaches and gardens. Consider checking out Pine Point Beach while you're in the area.
Grand Beach
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Grand Beach and surrounding area, you can visit Grand Beach and Pine Point Beach.
Blue Point
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Blue Point and surrounding area, you can visit Pine Point Beach and Ferry Beach.
Dunstan
While there might not be top attractions in Dunstan, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Aquaboggan Water Park and Dunegrass Golf Club.
