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 acclaimed theatre scene 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 acclaimed theatre scene 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 great live music and entertainment choices.
Willard Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Willard Beach during your travels in South Portland?
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
Portland Smartphone Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Maine: Portland Smartphone-Based Walking Audio Tour
Top hotels in Thorton Heights
Germaine Inn South Portland
Staff was friendly. Bathroom wasnt very clean. Beds were very comfortable.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
The Westin Portland Harborview
The room was very clean, check in and out was easy, parking was affordable.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
Love this place pool and hot tub very clean wish the Jett’s hear behind your back instead of up from bottom of tub but you get your moneys worth
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Portland Harbor Hotel
Pet friendly but the fee is $100 per night - a little steep. Great staff!
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
There was an unadvertised parking charge which was not included. Cleanliness was a little lacking. No hot tub or pool- and for a "nice" hotel it wasn't as nice as we'd hoped.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
Easy check in and friendly staff. Food was good room was big and with nice view.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 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 Victoria Mansion.
