Higgins Beach Travel Guide
Scarborough
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Popular places to visit
Scarborough Beach State Park
People flock to this state park for its beach offering great saltwater swimming conditions and its inland grounds with many scenic pathways.
Ferry Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ferry Beach during your trip to Scarborough? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Cliff Walk
Follow in the footsteps of famed artist Winslow Homer as you stroll along one of Portland’s most scenic coastline walking paths.
Western Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Western Beach during your trip to Scarborough? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Beech Ridge Motor Speedway
Catch an event at Beech Ridge Motor Speedway during your trip to Scarborough. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.
Len Libby Chocolates
Enjoy a stop at Len Libby Chocolates, an entertaining place to visit in Scarborough. Amble around this family-friendly area's seaside or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Portland Smartphone Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Small Group Afternoon Lighthouse Boat Cruise With Local Drinks
Top hotels in Higgins Beach
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland DT/Maine Med
"Poor breakfast Bathroom door warped"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
"A bit outdated. Rug on the floors was shabby. Transportation person was grumpy. Not enough shampoo and conditioner in room. But the cost was economical."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Portland Harbor Hotel
"Very nice accomodations, very pleasant and helpful staff, excellent location."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
"Great service"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
"Lovely outdoor café associated with the hotel across the street. Great food. The garlic lemon hummus with pistachio gremolata was the best hummus I've ever had. Wraps were excellent. Room was quiet and bed was very comfortable. Breakfast at the hotel was great and service was excellent. Hotel is ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Quality Inn & Suites South Portland
"nice"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Higgins Beach
Pine Point
Travellers enjoy Pine Point for its beaches and gardens. Consider checking out Pine Point Beach while you're in the area.
Prouts Neck
While visiting Prouts Neck, you might make a stop by sights like Scarborough Beach State Park and Prouts Neck.
Blue Point
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Blue Point and surrounding area, you can visit Pine Point Beach and Ferry Beach.
Grand Beach
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Grand Beach and surrounding area, you can visit Grand Beach and Pine Point Beach.
Dunstan
While there might not be top attractions in Dunstan, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Aquaboggan Water Park and Dunegrass Golf Club.
