South Portland

Travel Guide

Fort Preble featuring wildflowers
Fort Preble which includes a park as well as a small group of people
Fort Preble which includes wildflowers and a garden
Fort Preble which includes heritage elements as well as a small group of people
Fort Preble which includes heritage architecture and a sunset

Where to stay in South Portland

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Willard Beach

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Willard Beach and surrounding area, you can visit Willard Beach and Portland Harbor Museum.

Willard Beach
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Knightville

When in Knightville, you can plan a visit to Victoria Mansion and Portland Museum of Art, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Knightville
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Ferry Village

While there might not be top attractions in Ferry Village, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Willard Beach and Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal.

Ferry Village
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Meetinghouse Hill

While Meetinghouse Hill isn't home to many top sights, Willard Beach and Victoria Mansion are some notable places to visit nearby.

Meetinghouse Hill
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Willard

While Willard might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Willard Beach and Victoria Mansion.

Willard
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Cash Corner

While Cash Corner might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Thompson's Point and Hadlock Field.

Cash Corner
Days Inn by Wyndham Airport/Maine Mall

Days Inn by Wyndham Airport/Maine Mall

2 out of 5
461 Maine Mall Rd, South Portland, ME
The price is P6,321 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P6,321
P6,890 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in South Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,116 reviews)
"great hotel"

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Airport/Maine Mall
Germaine Inn South Portland

Germaine Inn South Portland

2 out of 5
675 Main Street I-95, Rt 1-I95 ex 45-I295 Ex 3, South Portland, ME
Fully refundable
The price is P6,144 per night from Aug 12 to Aug 13
P6,144
P6,697 total
Aug 12 - Aug 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in South Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Maine Mall and Thompson's ...
7.4/10 Good! (116 reviews)
"They did not have my accessible room ready when I arrived at 3 pm. The WiFi setup was very clunky and only partial worked."

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

Germaine Inn South Portland
Comfort Inn Airport

Comfort Inn Airport

2.5 out of 5
90 Maine Mall Rd, South Portland, ME
The price is P7,731 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P7,731
P8,427 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in South Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,446 reviews)
"Very friend staff"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Comfort Inn Airport
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The Weldon Hotel

The Weldon Hotel

4.5 out of 5
54 York St, Portland, ME
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Thompson's Point ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (68 reviews)
"We had a great stay in the 2 bedroom unit. great set up and was super clean. Loved the proximity to the shopping area and restaurants. Only issue was the front door lock, noticed a lot of the other people were leaving the lock open. Would stay here again"

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2025

The Weldon Hotel
68 East Grand Ave

68 East Grand Ave

3 out of 5
68 E Grand Ave, Old Orchard Beach, ME
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Old Orchard Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Old Orchard Beach Pier and Old Orchard ...
8/10 Very Good! (6 reviews)
"Love the closeness to the beach, affordable stay. Clean, but there was mold on the bottom of the shower curtain. A place to hang clothes would have been nice. The owner is in contact through texting, and is very receptive."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

68 East Grand Ave
Little Miss Cottages

Little Miss Cottages

2.5 out of 5
173 East Grand Ave, Old Orchard Beach, ME
Stay at this cottage in Old Orchard Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Old Orchard Beach Pier and Old Orchard Beach are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (86 reviews)
"Cute and tidy cottage, easy walk to beautiful beach."

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

Little Miss Cottages
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Bug Light

Bug Light

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

Bug Light
Fort Preble featuring wildflowers

Southern Maine Community College

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.

Southern Maine Community College
Fort Preble featuring a lighthouse and a garden as well as a small group of people

Fort Preble

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.

Fort Preble

Maine Mall

You can do some window-shopping at Maine Mall during your visit to South Portland. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.

Maine Mall

Willard Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Willard Beach during your travels in South Portland?

Willard Beach

South Portland Historical Society Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in South Portland Historical Society Museum during your travels in South Portland. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene.

South Portland Historical Society Museum

Things to do

Port City Light Cruise

Port City Lights Cruise

P2,211
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Port City Lights Cruise
Vintage Fire Engine Tours

Vintage Fire Truck Sightseeing Tour of Portland Maine

P2,211
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Vintage Fire Truck Sightseeing Tour of Portland Maine
Portland: Sightseeing Cruise to Portland Head Light

Portland: Sightseeing Cruise to Portland Head Light

P2,041
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Portland: Sightseeing Cruise to Portland Head Light
Afternoon Windjammer Cruise Along the Coast of Portland Maine

Afternoon Windjammer Cruise Along the Coast of Portland Maine

P3,799
per adult
Afternoon Windjammer Cruise Along the Coast of Portland Maine
Portland: Land and Sea Tour Duck Tour with a Guide

Portland: Land and Sea Tour Duck Tour with a Guide

P2,691
per adult
Portland: Land and Sea Tour Duck Tour with a Guide
Portland: Private Island Fort Tour

Portland: Private Island Fort Tour

P7,824
per adult
Portland: Private Island Fort Tour
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Photo by The Maine Way of Life

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Portland Head Light showing a sunset, general coastal views and rocky coastline

Portland