East End Travel Guide

Portland
Eastern Promenade featuring general coastal views, a bay or harbour and kayaking or canoeing

Popular places to visit

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East End Beach

Swim in the Atlantic Ocean, stroll along the sand-and-pebble shoreline or enjoy a picnic with unbeatable views at Portland’s public beach.

East End Beach
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Eastern Promenade

Built on an old rail corridor along the easternmost portion of Portland’s peninsula, this waterfront trail offers stunning views of the harbor and Atlantic Ocean.

Eastern Promenade
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Portland Observatory

5/5(1 review)

You can find out about the history of Portland with a stop at Portland Observatory. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its great live music.

Portland Observatory
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East Prom Trail

Former rail beds are often turned into trails. At this one you can walk, run, bike or swim for active relaxation within the city.

East Prom Trail
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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.

State Theatre
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Portland Museum of Art

4/5(2 reviews)

Maine’s largest and oldest art institution showcases three centuries of American art and European masters in its architecturally impressive museum complex.

Portland Museum of Art

Things to do

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Portland: Old Port Seafood Lovers Tour

£116
Per adult
Portland: Old Port Seafood Lovers Tour
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Sunset Lighthouse Harbor Cruise from Portland's Old Port

£71
Per adult
Sunset Lighthouse Harbor Cruise from Portland's Old Port
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Portland, Maine: Old Port Brewery & Pub Walking Tour

£70
Per adult
Portland, Maine: Old Port Brewery & Pub Walking Tour
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Scenic Lighthouse Boat Cruise from Portland's Old Port

£59
Per adult
Scenic Lighthouse Boat Cruise from Portland's Old Port
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Guided RIB Boat Adventure of Casco Bay

£59
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided RIB Boat Adventure of Casco Bay
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Half Day Private Boat Charter from Portland

£514
Per adult
Half Day Private Boat Charter from Portland
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Top hotels in East End

Comfort Inn Airport
Comfort Inn Airport
2.5 out of 5
90 Maine Mall Rd, South Portland, ME
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £94 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
£94
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in South Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"It is close to the aportland jetport, and was easy to get to from Intersate 95."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2024

Comfort Inn Airport
Casco Bay Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
Casco Bay Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
3.5 out of 5
80 John Roberts Rd., South Portland, ME
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £100 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
£100
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in South Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,618 reviews)
"Room was comfortable. It had a decent fitness room. Staff was very helpful. Breakfast was very lacking, to say the least. Other than the shopping mall, there's not much by this hotel. You pretty much are taking an Uber downtown for any food or drink options."

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2024

Casco Bay Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
The Westin Portland Harborview
The Westin Portland Harborview
4 out of 5
157 High St, Portland, ME
The price is £242 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
£242
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this spa hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,049 reviews)
"All staff we encountered were incredibly kind and helpful. Beautiful, clean and well-located hotel."

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2024

The Westin Portland Harborview
Portland Harbor Hotel
Portland Harbor Hotel
4 out of 5
468 Fore Street, Portland, ME
The price is £283 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
£283
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 coffee shops/cafes and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,204 reviews)
"Restful night sleep, loved all the amenities."

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2024

Portland Harbor Hotel
Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront
Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront
4 out of 5
9 Center Street, Portland, ME
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £319 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
£319
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (672 reviews)
"Love our stay! The staff were wonderful and we loved going to Luna during our stay. Location is perfect for exploring Old Town. Would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2024

Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
3.5 out of 5
20 Milk Street, Portland, ME
The price is £260 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
£260
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,124 reviews)
"Great area! We loved staying here. The service was top notch! The rooms were nice and comfortable. Everything was in walking distance. We loved it so much we had an extra night on our trip of not knowing where to stay and we ended up booking another night here. If we ever come back to Portland we ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2024

Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around East End

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Munjoy Hill

If you're spending some time in Munjoy Hill, Eastern Promenade and Portland Observatory are top sights worth seeing.

Munjoy Hill
Portland featuring a park

East Bayside

If you're spending some time in East Bayside, Eastern Promenade and Maine Jewish Museum are top sights worth seeing.

East Bayside
Old Port featuring a bay or harbour

Old Port

5/5(5 area reviews)

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.

Old Port
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Downtown Portland

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Downtown Portland is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Cross Insurance Arena and Wadsworth-Longfellow House.

Downtown Portland
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West Bayside

When in West Bayside, you can plan a visit to Merrill Auditorium and Wadsworth-Longfellow House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

West Bayside
Portland Museum of Art which includes art and interior views as well as an individual male

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 Wadsworth-Longfellow House or Cross Insurance Arena might round out your trip.

Portland Arts District

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