Downtown Portland
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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.
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.
Maine College of Art
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Maine College of Art during your trip to Portland. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.
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.
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.
Things to do
Afternoon Windjammer Cruise Along the Coast of Portland Maine
Top hotels in Downtown Portland
Portland Harbor Hotel
"Very nice hotel in a great location, except for the loud bars nearby on Saturday night. A room facing the courtyard would be quieter if your stay is on the weekend. Staff is very accommodating but sometimes very busy."
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
"The staff was fine but not always as helpful as they could have been. The rooms were great and the beds clean and comfortable. The shower floor needed to be cleaned but the rest of the place was great. It’s in a wonderful location so we could walk to all the places we wanted to visit. The airport ..."
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
"They missed my alarm call for a very early flight so almost missed it. At night the light floods in from under the door. There was banging from a loose flag from 2am on and staff couldn’t address it."
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
"Very nice hotel. Paid extra for harbor view and had a huge window with a nice vista"
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026
The Westin Portland Harborview
"Very nice hotel and centrally located in Providence, I was able to easily walk everywhere that I wanted to go and they also provide a shuttle if needed. My only complaint is I was excited to try the Heavenly bed, and found it very uncomfortable which made for a couple nights of poor sleep."
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026
Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront
"The room was perfect, the staff was really good. For everyone's awareness the valet parking, moves your car around the hotel which i woulnd't consider it parking on the property, however the car was returned to us safe and without scratches"
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026
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Where to stay in 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.
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
While visiting East Bayside, you might make a stop by sights like Maine Jewish Museum and Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception.
West Bayside
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West Bayside and surrounding area, you can visit Merrill Auditorium and Cross Insurance Arena.
