East End Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
East Prom Trail
Former rail beds are often turned into trails. At this one you can walk, run, bike or swim for active relaxation within the city.
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.
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 East End 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
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
Tru by Hilton Portland Airport Area
Clean room and nice staff
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East End
Munjoy Hill
While Munjoy Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Company and Museum and East End Beach.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
