Downtown Portland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A tree-lined pathway leading to a brick building with a sign reading "Mercy Hospital Service Entrance".
A building with a large arched window and a sign that reads "STATE".
A ticket booth with a 'No Weapons Allowed' sign, a 'Notice' sign, and movie posters on the wall.
A red brick church with arched doors and a stone staircase leading up to the entrance.
A brick church with a large arched entrance, surrounded by trees and a brick fence.

Stay near popular Downtown Portland attractions

A multi-story brick building with a large arched window and a sign that reads "STATE".

State Theatre

8.8/5 (392 reviews)
The beautiful mix of architectural styles, from Art Deco to Moorish, makes this newly renovated performing arts venue one of New England’s best.
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Activities

Discover Portland City and Lighthouse Tour

Discover Portland City and Lighthouse Tour

NZ$97
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Discover Portland City and Lighthouse Tour
Portland Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Portland Smartphone Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive

NZ$29
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Portland Smartphone Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Portland Maine Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle

Portland Maine Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle

NZ$43
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Portland Maine Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle
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Our pick of the best Downtown Portland Hotel Deals

Portland Harbor Hotel

Portland Harbor Hotel

4 out of 5
468 Fore Street Portland ME
The price is NZ$613 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$613
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 coffee shops/cafes and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,773 reviews)
"Iron broken. Construction outside."

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

Portland Harbor Hotel
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port

Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port

3 out of 5
25 HANCOCK STREET Portland ME
The price is NZ$539 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$539
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,250 reviews)
"The size of the room and proximity to Old Town were good. However, the view was to the office building next door and our room did not get cleaned while we were there for 2 nights. The room and average breakfast were too expensive for what we got."

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
20 Milk Street Portland ME
The price is NZ$464 per night from 29 June to 30 June
NZ$464
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,674 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay by everything. Beautiful old building with some charm. Bar is swanky and a dive atmosphere at the same time. Beds were sooo comfortable. Only downside is jacuzzi isn’t open during convenient hours."

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

4 out of 5
88 Spring St Portland ME
The price is NZ$357 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$357
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,616 reviews)
"The hotel was very nice and clean. The breakfast was amazing every single day. But the best part was the view of the bay from our window. Breathtaking."

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
The Westin Portland Harborview

The Westin Portland Harborview

4 out of 5
157 High St Portland ME
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$508 per night from 28 June to 29 June
NZ$508
28 June - 29 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Breakfast option was very good providing full breakfast for $10. Shuttle was very helpful in getting around as parking difficult at most restaurants."

Reviewed on 24 June 2026

The Westin Portland Harborview
Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront

Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront

2.5 out of 5
209 Fore St Portland ME
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$469 per night from 28 June to 29 June
NZ$469
28 June - 29 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The hotel was very clean and the staff was very friendly"

Reviewed on 25 June 2026

Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Portland

Find the best Downtown Portland areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Portland
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A marina with boats docked, a wooden pier, and a red brick building with balconies.

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.

A historic building with ornate architecture, large windows, and a prominent tower.

West End

If you're spending some time in West End, Victoria Mansion and Portland Fire Museum are top sights worth seeing.

A historic building with a sign reading "Portland Museum of Art McLellan House."

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.

A sign for the Maine Jewish Museum with a brick building in the background.

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.

An aerial view of a coastal town with houses, a parking lot, and a rocky shoreline.

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.

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