The Old Port is the historic seaport district with cobblestone streets and brick buildings housing clothing boutiques, gourmet food stores, souvenir shops and more. Also find many restaurants, cafes, and breweries.
Adjacent to Fort Williams Park, The Portland Head Light is the most photographed lighthouse in America, and also the oldest in Maine. The park offer opportunities to picnic, stroll paths, tour the arboretum, walk the cliffside loop, explore the rocky beach, and enjoy the playground.
Enjoy Portland's largest developed park with sweeping views of Casco Bay and direct access to the waterfront.
Victoria Mansion is a much-loved Portland landmark, but its significance extends far beyond Maine. Distinguished for its architecture and its extraordinary original interiors, it is among the most important historic homes of the nineteenth century anywhere in the nation.
Portland is known for its many local craft breweries and as a vibrant foodie city. We have curated a list of local eateries, breweries, and cafés below. This is by no means an exhaustive list! We encourage you to explore all that Portland has to offer. Find more on the Local Guide Map.
Duckfat Small European-leaning sandwich shop & café known for its duck-fat Belgian fries & milkshakes.
Hot Suppa Hearty Southern fare dominates a menu that also runs to comfort-food favorites from other regions.
Yosaku Japanese eatery & lounge with a tranquil vibe is known for its sushi rolls & lunchtime bento box.
Central Provisions Eclectic restaurant serving small plates & cocktails in a rustic, brick-walled setting.
Flatbread Company Wood-fired pizzas with organic ingredients & free-range meats, made in traditional clay ovens.
Fore Street This rustic spot's open wood-fire grill, oven & spit lend smoky flavors to upscale American fare.
Scales Spacious seaside venue for local seafood, raw bar, wine & New England comfort classics.
Boone's Fish House & Oyster Room Country-chic two-story seafood venue with wood-grilled entrees, a raw bar & waterfront views.
J's Oyster Unassuming eatery & bar hidden on a pier is known for its steamed clams & other coastal classics.
The Holy Donut Imaginative donuts are made with potatoes & local ingredients at this artisanal dessert shop.
Speckled Axe Single-cup brewing is the focus at this choice espresso shop, which uses wood-roasted organic beans.
Mister Bagel A local hot spot for warm and delicious bagels. Also a full-service deli.
Coffee by Design Offering a selection of single origin, blends, water-processed decaf, and flavored coffees – from long-time bestsellers to limited edition beans.
Tandem Coffee & Bakery Offers a rotating list of single-origin coffees and seasonal blends.
Allagash Brewery Belgian-style beer maker with guided tours, plus a taproom & gift shop with rustic-industrial décor.
Bissell Brothers Brewing Local craft brewery featuring a bustling warehouse-like taproom with indoor & outdoor seating.
Lone Pine Brewing Company Local brewery pouring unique, housemade beers in a low-key tasting room with weekend food trucks.
Shipyard Brewing Company Established brewery of craft beer & sodas offering tours with tastings & logo merchandise.
Oxbow Blending and Bottling In addition to the hundreds of oak barrels are dozens of stainless steel tanks that hold our mixed-culture and spontaneously-fermented farmhouse ales.
* Please note the Top of the East located in the Westin Portland Harborview is temporarily closed. The hotel offers a lounge bar and restaurant on the first floor.
Blyth & Burrows Vintage-inspired cocktail bar with a maritime theme serving house cocktails & upscale small plates.
Batson River Brewing & Distilling Craft spirits & beers are served alongside brunch & burgers in this bold, moody brewhouse.
Portland Hunt & Alpine Club Scandinavian small plates & clever cocktails in a minimalist space with a bar & communal tables.
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