East Bayside Travel Guide
Portland
Visit East Bayside
Popular places to visit
Maine Jewish Museum
Located in the immigrant-era Etz Chaim Synagogue, this museum tells the stories of Maine’s Jewish families and showcases Jewish artists from the area.
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.
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.
University of Southern Maine
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Southern Maine as part of your travels around Portland. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in the area.
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.
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
Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour
Maine: Portland Smartphone-Based Walking Audio Tour
Portland Maine Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle
Top hotels in East Bayside
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
The staff is excellent - efficient, gracious and always available to manage whatever comes up for the guest.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront
Good locarion with fruendly staff and ckeab, comfortable room
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront, ME
Room was amazing. Loved the shower. Was my first time to the area and was blown away with the location. Will definitely be returning. Thank you for a memorable for time in Maine.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Residence Inn Portland Downtown/Waterfront
Very helpful, accommodating and friendly people. I had a great stay this was a really good experience.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
The Westin Portland Harborview
Room and room service was great. Awesome location as well.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
Yes
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Bayside
East End
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East End and surrounding area, you can visit East End Beach and Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal.
Munjoy Hill
While Munjoy Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like East End Beach and Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal.
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.
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.
Downtown Portland
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.
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.
