East End Travel Guide
Portland
Popular places to visit
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.
Eastern Promenade
Built on an old rail corridor along the easternmost portion of Portland’s peninsula, this waterfront trail offers stunning views of the harbor and Atlantic Ocean.
Portland Observatory
After visiting Portland Observatory, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Portland. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its great live music.
East Prom Trail
Former rail beds are often turned into trails. At this one you can walk, run, bike or swim for active relaxation within the city.
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.
Things to do
Downtown Portland: Coastal Vibe and Old Mansions with In-Add Audio Tour
Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour
Portland Golden Adventure Puzzle Quest and Tour
Maine: Portland Smartphone-Based Walking Audio Tour
Audio Guided Walking Tour from Old Port of Portland, Maine
Portland Smartphone Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Top hotels in East End
The Westin Portland Harborview
I chose this hotel specifically because it was advertised as pet-friendly, as I was traveling with my well-trained dog. While the location was convenient and the room itself was comfortable, the experience was soured by the lack of transparency regarding the pet policy. When I booked, the additional ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
Clean, quiet, good stay.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Portland Harbor Hotel
Staff was amazingly nice and helpful! It will definitely be our favorite hotel in Maine! Thank you guys!
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
No continental breakfast, no happy hour, had to pay to park and rooms were loud.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
Surprised to see that they still use real keys!
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Portland Downtown - Old Port Square
Everything was great except the noise. Lots of drunk people yelling from the street below, we were on the 4th floor and still loud. Would advise you ask for a room opposite the Fore Street side.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East End
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.
East Bayside
If you're spending some time in East Bayside, Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and Maine Jewish Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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 Merrill Auditorium.
West Bayside
When in West Bayside, you can plan a visit to Bayside Bowl and Merrill Auditorium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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 Cross Insurance Arena or Portland Museum of Art might round out your trip.
