Battery Steele

On the South Portland waterfront, survey the scene of the Battle of Portland Harbor, which is the only known Civil War conflict fought in Maine.

Walk around the campus at Southern Maine Community College as part of your travels around South Portland. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

You can find out about the history of South Portland with a visit to Bug Light. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.

Look out across the Atlantic Ocean from Portland’s iconic white lighthouse, which has presided over the southern Maine coastline since the 18th century.

New England’s iconic lighthouses are much revered and photographed. Visit this park to see one that symbolizes the Down East image.

After visiting Battery Steele, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Peaks Island. Experience the area's festivals and art scene.