East Bayside Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

East Bayside
Portland which includes a park
Portland which includes a garden
Portland featuring a bay or harbour
Portland featuring autumn leaves

Popular places to visit

Maine Jewish Museum featuring signage and a garden

Maine Jewish Museum

Located in the immigrant-era Etz Chaim Synagogue, this museum tells the stories of Maine’s Jewish families and showcases Jewish artists from the area.

Maine Jewish Museum
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception

Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception

Find out about the history of Portland with a stop at Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its entertainment choices.

Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
State Theatre showing street scenes as well as an individual female

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.

State Theatre
Portland Museum of Art featuring interior views and art as well as a small group of people

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.

Portland Museum of Art
East End Beach showing general coastal views and a beach as well as a small group of people

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.

East End Beach
Eastern Promenade featuring general coastal views and a bay or harbour as well as a small group of people

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.

Eastern Promenade

Activities

Port City Light Cruise

Port City Lights Cruise

AU$59
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Port City Lights Cruise
Vintage Fire Engine Tours

Vintage Fire Truck Sightseeing Tour of Portland Maine

AU$59
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Vintage Fire Truck Sightseeing Tour of Portland Maine
Portland: Sunset Lighthouse Cruise in Casco Bay with Drinks

Portland: Sunset Lighthouse Cruise in Casco Bay with Drinks

AU$106
per adult
Portland: Sunset Lighthouse Cruise in Casco Bay with Drinks
Portland: Private Island Fort Tour

Portland: Private Island Fort Tour

AU$209
per adult
Portland: Private Island Fort Tour
Portland: Maine Lighthouses Sightseeing Cruise with Drinks

Portland: Maine Lighthouses Sightseeing Cruise with Drinks

AU$105
per adult
Portland: Maine Lighthouses Sightseeing Cruise with Drinks
Afternoon Windjammer Cruise Along the Coast of Portland Maine

Afternoon Windjammer Cruise Along the Coast of Portland Maine

AU$103
per adult
Afternoon Windjammer Cruise Along the Coast of Portland Maine
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Our pick of the best East Bayside Hotel Deals

Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port

Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port

3 out of 5
25 HANCOCK STREET, Portland, ME
The price is AU$454 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$454
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (990 reviews)
Great downtown option
"Great location, about a 10- minute walk to the touristy Old Port area of town. Very clean, modern look, with 'smart" mirrors in the bathroom. Comfortable beds. Good AC. Friendly staff. Be aware that there is a $25 per-day facilities fee charged on top of the room rate, and parking is $40 per ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront

Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront

2.5 out of 5
209 Fore St, Portland, ME
The price is AU$376 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$376
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"The only downside is the lack of proper parking, but the valet service was quick"

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront
AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront, ME

AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront, ME

3.5 out of 5
158 Fore St, Portland, ME
The price is AU$392 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$392
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Did NOT appreciate paying $40. For parking as the hotel was quite expensive. Everything else was exceptional esp. front desk and valet staff! Would recommend to others😊👍"

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront, ME
Residence Inn Portland Downtown/Waterfront

Residence Inn Portland Downtown/Waterfront

3 out of 5
145 Fore Street, Portland, ME
The price is AU$352 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$352
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"We loved this hotel. The staff was the friendliest I have ever encountered. The room was very nice and comfortable. The breakfast was outstanding. Easy walk to shows, breweries and lots of shops and restaurants. Safe area."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Residence Inn Portland Downtown/Waterfront
Days Inn by Wyndham Airport/Maine Mall

Days Inn by Wyndham Airport/Maine Mall

2 out of 5
461 Maine Mall Rd, South Portland, ME
The price is AU$184 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$184
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in South Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,123 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Airport/Maine Mall
Germaine Inn South Portland

Germaine Inn South Portland

2 out of 5
675 Main Street I-95, Rt 1-I95 ex 45-I295 Ex 3, South Portland, ME
The price is AU$179 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$179
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in South Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Maine Mall and Thompson's ...
7.4/10 Good! (116 reviews)
"They did not have my accessible room ready when I arrived at 3 pm. The WiFi setup was very clunky and only partial worked."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Germaine Inn South Portland
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Other neighbourhoods around East Bayside

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Munjoy Hill

While Munjoy Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like East End Beach and Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal.

Munjoy Hill
Eastern Promenade which includes a bay or harbour, kayaking or canoeing and general coastal views

East End

While visiting East End, you might make a stop by sights like East End Beach and Portland Observatory.

East End
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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.

West Bayside
Old Port showing a bay or harbour

Old Port

5/5(1 area review)

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.

Old Port
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Downtown Portland

4/5(1 area review)

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.

Downtown Portland
Portland Museum of Art showing art and interior views as well as an individual male

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.

Portland Arts District

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