Portland Arts District
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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 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.

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 entertainment choices.
Maine Historical Society
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Maine Historical Society in Portland. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed theater scene.
Things to do

Portland, Maine: Hidden Histories Guided Walking Tour

Portland, Maine: Black History Guided Walking Tour

Downtown Golden Adventure Quest Experience in Portland

Portland Tall Ship Cruise on Casco Bay

Portland: Schooner Tall Ship Cruise on Casco Bay

Sunset Lighthouse Cruise Tour from Casco Bay
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Other neighbourhoods around Portland Arts District

Downtown Portland
Downtown Portland is known for its captivating waterfront views, and with sights like Cross Insurance Arena and Merrill Auditorium, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of 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 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.

Parkside
While visiting Parkside, you might make a stop by sights like Neal S. Dow House and Fitzpatrick Stadium.

East Bayside
While visiting East Bayside, you might make a stop by sights like Maine Jewish Museum and Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception.

West End
If you're spending some time in West End, Victoria Mansion and Portland Fire Museum are top sights worth seeing.