Back Cove Travel Guide
Portland
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.
University of Southern Maine
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Southern Maine as part of your travels around Portland. Stroll along the waterfront or attend a sporting event in the area.
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.
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.
Portland Observatory
After visiting Portland Observatory, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Portland. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its great live music.
Things to do
Downtown Portland: Coastal Vibe and Old Mansions with In-Add Audio Tour
Portland Smartphone Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Portland Maine App-Based Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle
Maine: Portland Smartphone-Based Walking Audio Tour
Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour
Portland Golden Adventure Puzzle Quest and Tour
Top hotels in Back Cove
The Westin Portland Harborview
Breakfast was really good, free shuttle to town helped, the only problem was the bad was too small, but the rest was really good.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
The bad: Some towels were yellow, older carpets, 5th floor hallways with smells like people smoking in the room. Not sure if they have rooms where you can smoke. The good: They add some perfume seems to cover the odor. Everything else seems good. Place was good enough for the price. Plenty of ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Portland Harbor Hotel
We paid a little extra for a room with a Courtyard view. What we got was a 2nd floor room as far as possible from the elevator and when I pulled back the curtains I was looking at a giant kitchen exhaust fan that gave us a constant deep buzz in the room. The hotel did not seem busy and this room ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
The whole stay was perfect. Staff was the best. The Jamaican janitor was amazing. Super nice and polite/helpful. The only thing we missed was a microwave. But, not having one will not keep me from staying there again soon.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
Yes
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
Clean spacious rooms, comfy beds good service
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Back Cove
Deering Center
Deering Center might not have many top sights, but Hadlock Field and Children's Museum and Theatre of Maine are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
East Deering
Though East Deering may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like East End Beach and Merrill Auditorium.
Oakdale
While Oakdale may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hadlock Field and Children's Museum and Theatre of Maine.
East Bayside
If you're spending some time in East Bayside, Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and Maine Jewish Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Rosemont
Rosemont might not have many top sights, but Children's Museum and Theatre of Maine and Thompson's Point are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
West Bayside
When in West Bayside, you can plan a visit to Bayside Bowl and Merrill Auditorium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.