Downtown Portland Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Portland
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.
State Street Church
Portland’s history of religious tolerance finds its place in a Gothic Revival building at the city center, perfect for attending religious services while on vacation.
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.
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 entertainment choices and great live music.
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.
Activities
Portland Smartphone Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
A Walk Through Time Tour in Portland
Downtown Portland: Coastal Vibe and Old Mansions with In-Add Audio Tour
Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour
Portland Maine App-Based Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle
Our pick of the best Downtown Portland Hotel Deals
The Westin Portland Harborview
Clean room and location
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Portland Harbor Hotel
Great rooms, walk-able to everything, super clean, great staff, the restaurant is delicious and the bar has good drinks, very accommodating and lots of extras! The 4 stars are for parking... we would like to keep our car inside the garage, to do so it must be valet, that is not an option for some ...
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
Probably the best value for your money out of any of the hotels in downtown portland with an amazing view of the bay super clean room's friendly staff.Nice snack room and breakfast.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Hyatt Place Portland Downtown - Old Port Square
Room was great -housekeeping and valet service excellent- breakfast awful.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront
Room was clean and staff was friendly.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
Great location - walkable to everywhere. Helpful staff. Comfy rooms.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Portland
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.
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.
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.
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.
Parkside
If you're spending some time in Parkside, Neal S. Dow House and Fitzpatrick Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
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.
