Back Cove Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
Victoria Mansion
Visit the remarkably preserved 19th-century manor house, located in downtown Portland. Get an authentic impression of life during that era.
State Street Church
Portland’s history of religious tolerance finds its place in a Gothic Revival building at the city center, perfect for attending religious services while on vacation.
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.
Activities
Portland Maine Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle
Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour
A Walk Through Time Tour in Portland
Downtown Portland: Coastal Vibe and Old Mansions with In-Add Audio Tour
Portland Smartphone Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Our pick of the best Back Cove Hotel Deals
Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
Room was clean.everything worked . Staff was helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
The Westin Portland Harborview
Clean room. Staff corrected a booking issue promptly.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Portland Harbor Hotel
Great rooms, walk-able to everything, super clean, great staff, the restaurant is delicious and the bar has good drinks, very accommodating and lots of extras! The 4 stars are for parking... we would like to keep our car inside the garage, to do so it must be valet, that is not an option for some ...
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland
Very happy with the personnel. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. Our room was clean, bed was comfy. Love having the dinning room and bar in the hotel. We had a great time!
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Fireside Inn & Suites Portland
The room was very clean. and the staff was very friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay again
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
Staff was wonderful. We had some issues with the shuttle filling up before we could board, but otherwise great location, great price, would definitely stay again
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Back Cove
East Deering
Though East Deering may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like East End Beach and Merrill Auditorium.
Deering Center
Deering Center might not have many top sights, but Hadlock Field and Thompson's Point are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 Thompson's Point.
Rosemont
Rosemont might not have many top sights, but Thompson's Point and Hadlock Field are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
East Bayside
If you're spending some time in East Bayside, Maine Jewish Museum and Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception are top sights worth seeing.
West Bayside
When in West Bayside, you can plan a visit to Merrill Auditorium and Cross Insurance Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
