Portland Arts District Travel Guide
Portland
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Popular places to visit
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.
Wadsworth-Longfellow House
As you tour this historic brick home, trace three generations of Maine family history and learn about the cultural and political impact of its family members.
Maine College of Art
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Maine College of Art during your trip to Portland. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
Charles Q. Clapp House
Demonstrating the wealth and artistic sensibilities of 19th-century Portland, this masterpiece of Greek Revival architecture is next to the Portland Museum of Art.
Cross Insurance Arena
Catch an event at Cross Insurance Arena during your trip to Portland. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Maine Historical Society
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Maine Historical Society during your trip to Portland. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its entertainment choices.
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 Maine Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle
Top hotels in Portland Arts District
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
Clean room, comfy bed, nice breakfast bar.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
The Westin Portland Harborview
I frequently stay at this property. It is a very clean property with kind and helpful staff and an excellent restaurant and spa. I was locked out of the next door parking garage and Dan (door man?) helped me get my car out. He ran out there in the freezing cold, called the garage mgmt and got me ...
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
Great rooms and nice staff
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Portland Harbor Hotel
Very nice room, hotel was clean, staff kind and attentive. The location of thos hotel is great.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
We booked the Regency Hotel for a girls weekend, and it was awesome! The location is perfect! We booked two rooms, and both were spotless. The staff was friendly and accommodating. My niece had a spa treatment that she said was heavenly. We spent time at the Armory Lounge, and the bartender was as ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
Nice & clean. Pull out sofa can use an upgrade though.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Portland Arts District
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 Merrill Auditorium.
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.
West Bayside
When in West Bayside, you can plan a visit to Bayside Bowl and Merrill Auditorium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Parkside
If you're spending some time in Parkside, Fitzpatrick Stadium and Neal S. Dow House are top sights worth seeing.
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.
West End
If you're spending some time in West End, Victoria Mansion and Portland Fire Museum are top sights worth seeing.
