Oakdale Travel Guide
Portland
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 seaside or experience its entertainment choices.
Things to do
Downtown Portland: Coastal Vibe and Old Mansions with In-Add Audio Tour
Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour
Maine Tour Bundle: Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle
Portland Maine App-Based Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle
Afternoon Lighthouse Cruise Along the Coast of Portland Maine
Portland Smartphone Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Top hotels in Oakdale
Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
"Staff was very friendly and helpful. The hotel is "nice" not fancy but clean and comfortable. Breakfast included was listed but not so! although they did have a good breakfast menu available for a very reasonable cost, right on site."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Portland Harbor Hotel
"The property and room was clean and well maintained. The hotel overall and its amenities are spectacular. It was the service by a lot of the staff that drives my rating. The male at the front desk at night gave me the wrong room and asked if my friend could just use the pull out bed, since they were ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
"super spacious room, friendly staff, towels are so soft, great experience"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
"The HVAC was very loud, a faucet in the sink dripped continuously and you could hear people arguing in a neighboring room"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland DT/Maine Med
"Th"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
The Westin Portland Harborview
"Great stay except it took the hot water 10 minutes to come through for shower and sink."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Oakdale
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.
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.
West End
If you're spending some time in West End, Victoria Mansion and Portland Fire Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
East Bayside
If you're spending some time in East Bayside, Maine Jewish Museum and Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception are top sights worth seeing.
