Best hotels in Portland
AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront
158 Fore Street, Portland, ME, 04101
This fresh and contemporary three-star hotel and is located just two blocks from the Old Port District and boasts a 24-hour fitness and business center. Dine in the AC lounge for outdoor waterfront seating and views of Casco Bay. You’ll also be just a five-minute walk from the Narrow-Gauge Railroad Museum and The Victorian Mansion.
Blind Tiger
163 Danforth Street, Portland, ME, 04102-3813
An elegant and one-of-a-kind four-star guest house with updated 19-century architecture and luxurious rooms. The billiards room, lounge and fireplaces will make this feel like a home away from home.
The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection
119 Exchange Street, Portland, ME, 04101-5002
You’ll find vintage-styled journalist desks in each lavish guest room and an art gallery on the ground floor of this 1923 building. Previously serving as the offices for the Portland Press Herald, this four-star boutique hotel offers sophistication and a unique fine dining restaurant, as well as a fitness room to burn off all those extra calories.
Best restaurants in Portland
David’s Restaurant
22 Monument Square, Portland, ME, 0401-4082
A classy restaurant set in Monument Square and started in 1997 by award-winning chef David Turin. Indulge in truffle French fries or arancini for starters, followed by fresh lobster ravioli and other local seafood dishes. With views of Monument Square, this is the place for a celebration or special occasion.
The Honey Paw
78 Middle Street, Portland, ME, 04101-4232
The Honey Paw’s speciality is contemporary pan-Asian cuisine served up with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Stop by during your stay in Portland for house-made noodles, lime and Burmese coconut curry or Korean fried chicken.
Ruby’s West End
64 Pine Street, Portland, ME, 04102-3855
For a cozy atmosphere and heartfelt, home-made food, head to Ruby’s. Whether it’s a warm pastry for breakfast with a specialist coffee or pork belly with roast potatoes to take away for lunch or dinner, Ruby’s is a real favorite with locals and visitors alike.
Best attractions in Portland
Old Port District
Portland Waterfront Historic District, Portland, ME, 04101
Explore cobbled streets and historic buildings in Old Port District. It’s one of the few historic east-coast waterfronts to remain pretty much as it did over 150 years ago, and it’s a great place go shopping or grab some local seafood at the harbor fish market with views of the Fore River.
Casco Bay
Casco Bay, Portland, ME, 04101
Take the ferry to one of the five islands of Casco Bay to spot harbor seals, finback and humpback whales, porpoises, and even Atlantic dolphins. Book a lightboat cruise for the perfect view of the lighthouses on the island and enjoy fresh seafood at local restaurants. A great day out for all the family.
Victoria Museum
109 Danforth Street, Portland, ME, 04101
This nineteenth-century museum is a historic landmark in Portland, preserving the history of the local area with over 90% of its original interior still intact. Take a step back in time with a tour of the house to discover authentic wall paintings, intricate Italian Villa-style architecture and the lavish furnishings of this beautiful building.