East End Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Eastern Promenade which includes a bay or harbour, kayaking or canoeing and general coastal views
East Prom Trail showing a park as well as an individual male
Eastern Promenade which includes a park and general coastal views as well as a small group of people
East End Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach as well as a couple
Eastern Promenade which includes a garden as well as an individual female

Popular places to visit

East End Beach showing general coastal views and a beach as well as a small group of people

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.

East End Beach
Eastern Promenade featuring general coastal views and a bay or harbour as well as a small group of people

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.

Eastern Promenade
Portland Observatory

Portland Observatory

4/5(1 review)

You can find out about the history of Portland with a stop at Portland Observatory. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its great live music.

Portland Observatory
East Prom Trail showing a bay or harbour and a park as well as a couple

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.

East Prom Trail
State Theatre showing street scenes as well as an individual female

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.

State Theatre
Portland Museum of Art featuring interior views and art as well as a small group of people

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.

Portland Museum of Art

Activities

Portland Downtown Highlights: "The Golden Adventure" Exploration Game

Downtown Golden Adventure Quest Experience in Portland

AU$16
per adult
Downtown Golden Adventure Quest Experience in Portland
A Walk Through Time Tour in Portland

A Walk Through Time Tour in Portland

AU$78
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
A Walk Through Time Tour in Portland
Self-Guided Driving & Walking Bundle of Maine Tours

Maine Tour Bundle: Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle

AU$64
per traveller
Maine Tour Bundle: Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle
Portland Scavenger Hunt: The Maine Event

Self-Guided Portland Scavenger Hunt: The Maine Event

AU$20
per adult
Self-Guided Portland Scavenger Hunt: The Maine Event
Half Day Private Boat Charter from Portland

Half Day Private Boat Charter from Portland

AU$1,036
per traveller
Half Day Private Boat Charter from Portland
Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour

Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour

AU$27
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour
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Our pick of the best East End Hotel Deals

The Westin Portland Harborview
The Westin Portland Harborview
4 out of 5
157 High St, Portland, ME
The price is AU$232 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$232
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Great staff and facility."

Reviewed on 9 Apr. 2025

The Westin Portland Harborview
Portland Harbor Hotel
Portland Harbor Hotel
4 out of 5
468 Fore Street, Portland, ME
The price is AU$328 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$328
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 coffee shops/cafes, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,482 reviews)
Wonderful anniversary weekend
"We visited for a long weekend to celebrate our anniversary. Everything was amazing. Staff was courteous and friendly. We ate at many of the areas fine dining establishments but had breakfast each day at the hotel and ended each night with drinks and dessert at the bar. We will definitely be back ..."

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2025

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 AU$251 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$251
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (843 reviews)
"So far we love everything! The 4th floor lounge is a great amenity when your family is taking up too much space in the room. Welcoming fire place and kind staff. I’ll see what the beds are like shortly."

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
Inn at St John Portland In-Town
Inn at St John Portland In-Town
2.5 out of 5
939 Congress St, Portland, ME
The price is AU$139 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$139
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this B&B in Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,016 reviews)
"I’ve stayed at the Inn on St John many times. I have a long commute from home to Portland. I stay when the weather is bad and the travel is dangerous. I like to stay at the inn because the it very affordable, comfortable and very easy to check in, find food nearby and relax in my room. I’ve stayed ..."

Reviewed on 9 Apr. 2025

Inn at St John Portland In-Town
Clarion Hotel Portland
Clarion Hotel Portland
2.5 out of 5
1230 Congress St, Portland, ME
The price is AU$148 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
AU$148
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"This was our third stay there and already have a fourth booked. Great location!"

Reviewed on 10 Apr. 2025

Clarion Hotel Portland
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland
2.5 out of 5
340 Park Ave, Portland, ME
The price is AU$154 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$154
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,128 reviews)
"The hotel was all in all a good place. Staff was very friendly. Breakfast was decent enough. I appreciated the compostable plates, but would suggest to completely reduce one-time-use plates/cups/silverware, and just use regular dishes. The room was directly opposite the elevator, which led to some ..."

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland
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Other neighbourhoods around East End

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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 East End Beach and Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal.

Munjoy Hill
Portland featuring a park

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.

East Bayside
Old Port featuring a bay or harbour

Old Port

5/5(1 area review)

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.

Old Port
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Downtown Portland

4/5(1 area review)

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 Wadsworth-Longfellow House.

Downtown Portland
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West Bayside

When in West Bayside, you can plan a visit to Merrill Auditorium and Wadsworth-Longfellow House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

West Bayside
Portland Museum of Art which includes art and interior views as well as an individual male

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 Maine College of Art or Wadsworth-Longfellow House might round out your trip.

Portland Arts District

East End Travel Guide

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