Best hotels in Portland
Courtyard by Marriott Portland Downtown/Waterfront
321 Commercial St, ME, 04101
Stay along Portland’s glistening waterfront in the heart of the action at this Downtown hotel. Treat yourself to a room with a view of Portland’s harbor and wake up to a fresh coffee and signature breakfast sandwich in the on-site Bistro restaurant.
Portland Harbor Hotel
468 Fore St, ME, 04101
Set in Portland’s Old Port, this four-star hotel perfectly captures Maine’s laidback atmosphere. Each room is modern and bright with a coastal twist, while the on-site amenities including an outdoor fire pit, complimentary coffee and free bicycle rentals.
Inn by the Sea
40 Bowery Beach Rd, ME, 04107
Just outside of Portland, along Cape Elizabeth’s sandy beach, sits this luxurious coastal resort. Nestled away from the bustling city, it’s the perfect retreat for couples and families wanting to make the most of the state. Each room has its own living space, fully equipped kitchen, furnished deck and soaking tub.
Best restaurants in Portland
Fore Street Restaurant
288 Fore St, ME, 04101
Food is widely celebrated in Portland, no more so than at Fore Street Restaurant. Get there early to secure a spot facing the open kitchen and watch the chefs work their magic over the open wood-fire grill, serving up Maine mussels and roasted chicken.
Eventide Oyster Co.
86 Middle St, ME, 04101
This tiny oyster bar is a local favorite and regularly sees foodies pouring out of the building with a famed brown butter lobster roll in hand. Reserve your spot to dine in the warm and welcoming eatery to enjoy the taste and smells of fresh Maine seafood.
Green Elephant
608 Congress St, ME, 04101
In a city celebrated for its seafood comes this modern and colorful vegetarian bistro. Inspired by the flavors of Asia, this meat-free menu will satisfy the senses with its curries, stir-fries and fried rice dishes.
What to do in Portland
Fort Williams Park
1000 Shore Rd, ME, 04107
Home of the Portland Head Light, the most photographed lighthouse in the US, Fort Williams Park provides the perfect day out away from the city. Enjoy a walk along the cliffside with a lobster roll, or explore the batteries that were originally designed to defend the shore from naval attacks.
Portland Museum of Art
7 Congress St, ME, 04101
Located in downtown Portland’s Art District, this museum is the oldest and largest of its kind in Maine, with more than 18,000 artworks on display. Marvel at Andy Warhol’s eccentric pop art and gaze in wonderment at Winslow Homer’s perfect capture of Maine’s coast as you wander the gallery.
Palace Playland
1 Old Orchard St, ME, 04064
Have you really visited the coast without taking a spin on the Ferris wheel or a ride on the carousel? Palace Playland has all this and more in its beachfront amusement park just south of Portland.