Downtown Portland, ME
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.
Downtown Portland Hotel Deals
Portland Harbor Hotel
"Beautiful hotel, great location, friendly associates, but would not return to this location. Unfortunately many negatives.They offer what they call is a “kitchen” on every floor- coffee maker did not work and the ice machine did not work- spoke to an associate and was told coffee machine has been ..."
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
"I loved staying at Cambria in Portland. The location was perfect; the rooms were spacious and clean. The pillows were really comfortable. The staff was excellent."
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
"Clean, staff very professional and friendly. Conveniently located"
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
"The 3:00 check in time was delayed until 4:40 due to, “rooms not cleaned due to being short staffed.” This is not a huge surprise but the staff was repeatedly rude while communicating this. Most of the front desk and restaurant staff were rude for the first three days of our stay. The hotel looked ..."
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
The Westin Portland Harborview
"The late night staff were fantastic! Especially the guy who checked us in ."
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront
"La vue de ma superbe chambre"
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026
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.
