Highland Travel Guide
South Portland
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 Highland
Best Western Merry Manor Inn
"Room was very outdated"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Portland Harbor Hotel
"Clean spacious rooms and very friendly staff. Thank you."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
"An interesting historical building with quite a lot of charm. Enjoyed bourbon and rye tasting in the very comfortable lounge."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
"Clean Room, as advertised breakfast, phenomenal staff,"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
HomeAwhile
"We stayed for 9 nights in a King Suite and it was nice to have the separation between the sitting area/kitchenette and the bedroom. The bed was comfortable and it was great to have a desk for a work area in the bedroom as well as a TV. The building has only been open for a couple of months so everything ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Inn at St John Portland In-Town
"Parking was safe and easy, property beautiful"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Highland
Thorton Heights
When in Thorton Heights, you can plan a visit to Maine Mall and Thompson's Point, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Stanwood Park
Stanwood Park might not have many top sights, but International Cryptozoology Museum and Thompson's Point are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Cash Corner
While visiting Cash Corner, you might make a stop by sights like Casco Bay and Maine Military Museum.
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.
Meadowbrook
When in Meadowbrook, you can plan a visit to Thompson's Point and Maine Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
