Parkside Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
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.
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 seaside or attend a sporting event in the area.
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.
Portland Observatory
After visiting Portland Observatory, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Portland. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Activities
Portland Smartphone Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Our pick of the best Parkside Hotel Deals
Longfellow Hotel
"The staff was excellent. The rooms were a little tight. The area around the hotel seemed a little sketchy but it was safe."
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland DT/Maine Med
"Stay away from this place. They charge you to park in their lot. And the worst part is that the room was dirty & the sheets looked they haven’t been changed. They had hair on the sheets & the pillows were also smelly & im not sure what they were stuffed with. It’s not close by to any places to eat. ..."
Reviewed on 24 June 2026
Portland Harbor Hotel
"Did not like that our room was next to the bar across the street. Heard the music until 1 AM Only stayed one night or we would have requested another room."
Reviewed on 24 June 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
"Love everything about this place. The Staffs, Cleanliness, and Location. All Amazing."
Reviewed on 24 June 2026
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Portland
"Nice clean stay, shower had good pressures"
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Clarion Pointe South Portland
"We had an easy time checking in and the room was clean upon arrival. There was a smell on the floor that we stayed in, but it wasn’t consistent throughout the hotel. Breakfast area was clean and restocked consistently. We would have preferred longer breakfast hours."
Reviewed on 25 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Parkside
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.
West End
If you're spending some time in West End, Victoria Mansion and Portland Fire Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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, Maine Jewish Museum and Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception are top sights worth seeing.
