Title: Portland Observatory in Munjoy Hill | Expedia.co.uk [Portland Observatory Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Portland-Observatory-Hotels.0-l6077226-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Portland Observatory Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Portland-Observatory.d6077226.Car-Hire-Guide)[Munjoy Hill Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Munjoy-Hill.d553248635976477266.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Portland Observatory ![Built in 1807 this is the last remaining maritime signal tower left in the USA. Local merchants paid the owner a yearly fee and he would watch for the different merchant ships to come into Portland Harbor then would raise the flag of the merchant the ship belonged to so they would know their ship had arrived.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181420/fdad64e8-c3ed-4c19-b5b8-f7ec9d0c0b4b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Built in 1807 this is the last remaining maritime signal tower left in the USA. Local merchants paid the owner a yearly fee and he would watch for the different merchant ships to come into Portland Harbor then would raise the flag of the merchant the ship belonged to so they would know their ship had arrived.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181420/fdad64e8-c3ed-4c19-b5b8-f7ec9d0c0b4b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Navigation](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181420/b7b8067f-8eeb-4da7-aca5-86c823595d85.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Portland Observatory, an octogonal 26.2 m (86 ft) high tower on Munjoy Hill, served as a communication station for Portland's harbor until 1923. It was designed to give a competitive edge to ship owners who paid a subscription fee to alert them when their ships were arriving. #Portland #Maine #Landmark #Travel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181420/b3aacc6c-678a-4a53-b74f-e2bb928b65fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Portland Observatory Activities --- --- ## Plan a trip to see Portland Observatory Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![84 Main ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7810000/7805200/7805164/f78a93a3_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### 84 Main £898 per person 13 Mar - 20 Mar found 1 day ago Return direct flight included London (LHR) to Portland (PWM) 10/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews) Very spacious and relaxing. Nice view of Kennebunk quaint ice rink and Main Street. Coffee shop at Street level was a fantastic add! Beds and bedding were comfortable. Will visit again! Nothing lacking with respect to amenities. Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025 ![The McKernan Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105380000/105370700/105370688/f7ebd781_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### The McKernan Inn £1,002 per person 13 Mar - 20 Mar found 1 day ago Return direct flight included London (LHR) to Portland (PWM) 9/10 Wonderful! (83 reviews) Gorgeous grounds and venue with a beautiful oceanfront view. Plenty of parking as part of SMCC campus. Short drive to downtown Portland and lots of stores around in South Portland. Very unique experience, would stay again without hesitation! Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025 ![Inn By The Sea](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1550000/1542800/1542725/d0fca35d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Inn By The Sea £1,505 per person 13 Mar - 20 Mar found 1 day ago Return direct flight included London (LHR) to Portland (PWM) 9.4/10 Exceptional! (288 reviews) Room was ready early friendly staff and room is better than expected Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025 ### Popular places to visit ![Maine Jewish Museum which includes signage and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6327496/09ec1751-61cb-4ebe-a3fe-c2bbfd1bc55e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Maine-Jewish-Museum-East-Bayside.d6327496.Attraction) ![East Prom Trail featuring a bay or harbour and a garden as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532668082/962afaee-bb49-4c4a-8418-86c99852f1c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. 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