Valley Street Travel Guide
Portland
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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 Maine Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle
Top hotels in Valley Street
Inn at St John Portland In-Town
Great place, great location, great breakfast, great service, probably the best place to stay in Portland, a real gem!
Reviewed on 26 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
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
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
Easy check in and valet. Room was clean. While the sauna, Steam and hot tub were nice, if you look too close it doesn't appear to get regular cleaning(floors were not very clean in hot tub area)
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
Clean room, comfy bed, nice breakfast bar.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Valley Street
West End
If you're spending some time in West End, Victoria Mansion and Portland Fire Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Parkside
If you're spending some time in Parkside, Fitzpatrick Stadium and Neal S. Dow House are top sights worth seeing.
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 Portland Exposition Building.
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 Cross Insurance Arena or Portland Museum of Art 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.
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.
