Greater Portland Maine has many things to offer "must see and do" when visiting, but sometimes it's hard to know where to start. So let us help! Create your own travel plan or contact our Visitor Information Center for tips and resources. Find ideas and inspiration to get your trip started so you can experience the best of Maine.
Lighthouses and lobsters and surf crashing on the rocky shore - these are the enduring images that come to mind when people think of the classic Maine seacoast. Here, in Greater Portland, you'll absolutely experience the quintessential Maine coast, as well as an urban sophistication that's creating quite a stir. TripAdvisor named Portland one of the Top 10 Destinations, based on positive feedback and interest shown by their well-traveled community. If you haven't already been, perhaps it's time you come see what the buzz is all about for yourself!
Travel from Boston to Bar Harbor, Maine. Seven days and one unforgettable vacation.
Talk with brewmasters, taste small batch ales and lagers, tour Maine's first post-prohibition brew pub.
Part of what equates Maine with "the way life should be" is its natural landscapes and outdoor activities.
Consider escaping to the mid-sized cities of urban America. Portland ranked #5 by Jetsetter.
Portland takes the prize thanks to its fresh seafood, local beers, artisanal bakeries, and the best breakfasts.
Whether vacationing downtown or a little outside of it, it is safe to say that a beach is never far away.
Dogs are bona fide members of the family and leaving them at home is a doggie-downer, so bring them with you.
No summer crowds, children are back in school, and rates for accommodations have started to drop.
Winter is the perfect time to cozy up next to a burning fire with a warm drink, a tasty snack and a good book.
The crowds of Summer have gone. What better time to play in Portland than when you can enjoy it like a local?
When it comes to winter retreats, Portland has long been one of the northeasts best kept secrets.
Flying colorful kites, concerts in the park, art walks, outdoor trails, and much more that don't cost a penny.
The world's top destinations that received the greatest increase in positive feedback and interest.
Energetic young businesses have established Portland as a harbor for creativity as well as tolerance.
The streets, free of cars, are filled with people visiting hundreds of vendors and watching the parade.
In October, food tourists and food explorers from around the world toast Maine culinary arts.
Find farms and markets for grand displays of fresh meats, cheeses, greens, breads, pickles and honey.
Come one, come all and enjoy awesome live music, arts and crafts, food from local businesses, kids' activities and more.