East Bayside Travel Guide
Portland
Visit East Bayside
Popular places to visit
Maine Jewish Museum
Located in the immigrant-era Etz Chaim Synagogue, this museum tells the stories of Maine’s Jewish families and showcases Jewish artists from the area.
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.
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.
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.
University of Southern Maine
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Southern Maine as part of your travels around Portland. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in the area.
Portland Observatory
After visiting Portland Observatory, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Portland. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its entertainment choices.
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 East Bayside
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland DT/Maine Med
Portland Harbor Hotel
Everything and everyone were excellent
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
Very nice for pets!
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
Reception was amazing! They bent over backwards to help us to make our stay wonderful. Customer Service is what set this *Hotel apart.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
HomeAwhile
The AC would only go as low as 66 and could barely be felt in the living room.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
Walking distance from downtown in a quiet area. Clean and friendly/helpful staff. Good toiletries and size of room/beds. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Bayside
East End
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East End and surrounding area, you can visit East End Beach and Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal.
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.
West Bayside
When in West Bayside, you can plan a visit to Bayside Bowl and Merrill Auditorium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Old Port
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.
Downtown Portland
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 Maine College of Art.
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 Cross Insurance Arena might round out your trip.
