Thorton Heights Travel Guide
South Portland
Visit Thorton Heights
Popular places to visit
Southern Maine Community College
Walk around the campus at Southern Maine Community College during your visit to South Portland. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Bug Light
You can find out about the history of South Portland with a trip to Bug Light. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.
Fort Preble
On the South Portland waterfront, survey the scene of the Battle of Portland Harbor, which is the only known Civil War conflict fought in Maine.
Lyric Music Theater
You can enjoy a show at Lyric Music Theater during your stay in South Portland. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Maine Mall
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Maine Mall during your stay in South Portland. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
Willard Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Willard Beach during your travels in South Portland?
Things to do
The Real Portland Tour: City and 3 Lighthouses Historical Tour with a Real Local
Downtown Portland: Coastal Vibe and Old Mansions with In-Add Audio Tour
Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour
Maine: Portland Smartphone-Based Walking Audio Tour
Audio Guided Walking Tour from Old Port of Portland, Maine
Portland Golden Adventure Puzzle Quest and Tour
Top hotels in Thorton Heights
Clarion Pointe South Portland
Overall good, staff very friendly, but girl at desk had belly shirt, not something to wear at customer service desk, ok if you are going out, but not work, she was very nice, bit needs new dress code
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Portland Harbor Hotel
Hotel was within walking distance to everything we wanted! Friendly, helpful staff, bartender was great! Extremely clean hotel, would absoulty stay again!
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
A fantastic hotel, super clean, comfortable/cozy rooms and friendly staff. The shuttle to/from the airport was an added bonus and appreciated all the great recommendations from the driver. Would absolutely stay here again!
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
This was a very relaxing stay with a helpful
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
Clean and big comfy bed. Much better than I expected for the price.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
HomeAwhile
great location and clean! Very new!
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Thorton Heights
Country Gardens
While Country Gardens isn't home to many top sights, Maine Mall and Thompson's Point are some notable places to visit nearby.
Sunset Park
While Sunset Park isn't home to many top sights, Maine Mall and Thompson's Point are some notable places to visit nearby.
Cash Corner
While visiting Cash Corner, you might make a stop by sights like Casco Bay and Maine Military Museum.
Highland
Though Highland may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Thompson's Point and Children's Museum and Theatre of Maine.
Knightville
While Knightville isn't home to many top sights, Victoria Mansion and Portland Museum of Art are some notable places to visit nearby.
Meetinghouse Hill
While Meetinghouse Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Willard Beach and Portland Museum of Art.
