Portland Arts District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Portland Arts District
Popular places to visit
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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene 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.
Cross Insurance Arena
Catch an event at Cross Insurance Arena during your trip to Portland. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its great live music.
Port City Music Hall
You can make plans for a show at Port City Music Hall on your trip to Portland. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
Activities
Portland Smartphone Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Downtown Portland: Coastal Vibe and Old Mansions with In-Add Audio Tour
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 Portland Arts District Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
Richard at the front desk was awesome! Nice place to stay for a weekend, conveniently located and rooms were clean.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
The Westin Portland Harborview
Clean, quiet and comfortable. Exceptional team who were helpful and friendly. I actually hated to leave. Great stay!
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
Nothing saying on page that boiler is broken no hot showers pool ice cold hot tub ice cold crack heads everywhere. This place has gone completely to hell just from last year will never be staying at this location again. Not to add messed up my rooms put me in a double bed instead of my king ...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
Easy check in and friendly staff. Food was good room was big and with nice view.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
The staff were Courteous
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Portland Harbor Hotel
Pet friendly but the fee is $100 per night - a little steep. Great staff!
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Portland Arts District
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 Bayside
When in West Bayside, you can plan a visit to Bayside Bowl and Merrill Auditorium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Parkside
If you're spending some time in Parkside, Neal S. Dow House and Fitzpatrick Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
East Bayside
If you're spending some time in East Bayside, Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and Maine Jewish Museum are top sights worth seeing.
West End
If you're spending some time in West End, Victoria Mansion and Portland Fire Museum are top sights worth seeing.
