Cumberland County Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Freeport showing signage
Portland which includes a park
Portland which includes a garden
Portland featuring a bay or harbour
Portland featuring autumn leaves

Popular cities in Cumberland County

Portland Head Light featuring rocky coastline, general coastal views and a lighthouse
Portland
Known for Shopping, Ports and Seafood
The largest city in Maine is a gateway for island hopping in summer, skiing in winter and a thriving cultural center year-round.

Reasons to visit

  • Portland Museum of Art
  • Maine College of Art
  • Portland Observatory
Brunswick which includes flowers and a church or cathedral
Brunswick
Known for Universities, Theatres and Rivers
Home to Bowdoin College, this small college town in Maine has impressive cultural institutions rivaling those of many big cities.

Reasons to visit

  • Bowdoin College
  • Maine Street
  • Maine State Music Theater
Freeport featuring a city and autumn leaves
Freeport
Known for Shopping, Dining and Ports
Stroll through this picturesque village in Maine and explore dozens of outlet stores, numerous restaurants and the famous L.L. Bean Flagship Store.

Reasons to visit

  • LL Bean Flagship Store
  • Harrington House
  • Bradbury Mountain State Park
Fort Williams Park featuring hiking or walking and a sunset as well as an individual male
Cape Elizabeth
Known for Sea, Spas and Scenery

Reasons to visit

  • Portland Head Light
  • Cape Elizabeth Light
  • Two Lights State Park
Fort Preble which includes wild flowers
South Portland
Known for Friendly people, Shopping and Dining

Reasons to visit

  • Bug Light
  • Southern Maine Community College
  • Fort Preble