Coastal New England Charm in Maine
Portland’s historic waterfront is an active port set alongside a scenic, bustling downtown. Explore the hippest city in Maine’s famous culinary and brewery scenes in welcoming, walkable districts. The city also offers historically significant architecture and access to the water.
Experience Portland’s seafaring legacy, historic lighthouses and boating adventures.
Explore cobblestone street past 19th-century buildings and Victorian-era mansions.
Indulge in fresh-from-the-ocean seafood, local delicacies and a robust craft-brewing scene.
Historic Allure & a Working Waterfront
Hot Spots to Explore
Walk cobblestone streets past 19th-century buildings and discover Maine’s famous seafood, craft breweries and shopping.
Visit galleries and theaters in this vibrant, walkable area home to the Portland Museum of Art and Maine College of Art and Design.
Enjoy fresh lobster, oysters and other fresh fare in farm-to-table eateries ranging from upscale to iconic, local spots.
Historic Sites
The Portland area features a high concentration of historic, active and accessible lighthouses.
Portland’s storied architecture includes 19th-century commercial buildings, Victorian-era homes and maritime structures.
See the 1875 Portland Breakwater Lighthouse and the Liberty Ship Memorial dedicated to the workers who built WWII vessels.
Experiences
Trip Ideas & Itineraries
Browse articles featuring the best of Portland, Maine from coastal culture and dining to its storied past.
