South Coast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

South Coast
Portland Head Light showing a lighthouse, general coastal views and rugged coastline
Portland Head Light showing a sunset and a lighthouse
Kennebunkport which includes boating, a river or creek and a small town or village
Ogunquit showing a bay or harbour

Where to stay in South Coast

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Downtown Portland

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Portland
Old Port featuring a bay or harbour

Old Port

5/5(5 area reviews)

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.

Old Port
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Goose Rocks Beach

While there might not be top attractions in Goose Rocks Beach, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Goose Rocks Beach and Dock Square.

Goose Rocks Beach
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Back Cove

When in Back Cove, you can plan a visit to Hadlock Field and Merrill Auditorium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Back Cove
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Pine Point

Travellers enjoy Pine Point for its beaches and gardens. Consider checking out Pine Point Beach while you're in the area.

Pine Point
Victoria Mansion which includes heritage elements, a house and interior views

West End

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in West End, Victoria Mansion and Portland Fire Museum are top sights worth seeing.

West End
Clarion Hotel Portland

Clarion Hotel Portland

2.5 out of 5
1230 Congress St, Portland, ME
The price is Rp2.464.526 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp2.464.526
Rp2.726.752 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,014 reviews)
"The hotel definitely needs a facelift but it was fine for a brief one night stay. The bed was comfortable. When the elevator got stuck on the 5th floor while we waited in the lobby, the front desk clerk was quick to walk up the 5 flights to address the situation."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Clarion Hotel Portland
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Portland

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Portland

3 out of 5
155 Riverside St, Portland, ME
The price is Rp2.120.318 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
Rp2.120.318
Rp2.345.920 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,051 reviews)
"Close to 95 great Mexican restaurant near by close to airport and 15 minute drive to Portland."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Portland
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland

3 out of 5
340 Park Ave, Portland, ME
The price is Rp2.317.934 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp2.317.934
Rp2.564.629 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,225 reviews)
"Stayed the night. Room was clean, staff was friendly. Breakfast included"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland
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Elmwood Resort Hotel

Elmwood Resort Hotel

3 out of 5
1351 Post Rd, Wells, ME
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Wells. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (368 reviews)
"Excellent, modest resort. We stayed in a one-bedroom suite that had all the amenities we needed. Everything in the suite and the property was clean and well-maintained. there is a nice lawn area with gas fire-pits where they often have movies or live music, but some nights it is just the fire-pits ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Elmwood Resort Hotel
The Weldon Hotel

The Weldon Hotel

4.5 out of 5
54 York St, Portland, ME
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Thompson's Point ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (71 reviews)
"The space was so sparkling clean and the layout was super comfortable. We enjoyed our stay very much!"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

The Weldon Hotel
Nautical Mile

Nautical Mile

2.5 out of 5
1072 Post Rd, Wells, ME
Stay at this aparthotel in Wells. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Ogunquit Beach and Wells Beach are located nearby.
8.2/10 Very Good! (15 reviews)
"We liked it"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Nautical Mile
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Popular places to visit

Ogunquit Beach featuring general coastal views, a sandy beach and a sunset

Ogunquit Beach

Collect shells, go bird watching, take a stroll on Marginal Way or simply admire the oceanfront views along Ogunquit’s beloved stretch of coastline.

Ogunquit Beach
Perkins Cove which includes a small town or village and street scenes as well as a small group of people

Perkins Cove

Just south of Ogunquit, discover a quaint fishing village full of charming shops, seafood restaurants and postcard-worthy ocean views.

Perkins Cove
Old Orchard Beach Pier

Old Orchard Beach Pier

Explore the waterfront in Old Orchard Beach with a trip to Old Orchard Beach Pier. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

Old Orchard Beach Pier
Long Sands Beach

Long Sands Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Long Sands Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to York Beach. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Long Sands Beach
Old Orchard Beach

Old Orchard Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Old Orchard Beach during your trip to Old Orchard Beach? Wander the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in the area.

Old Orchard Beach
Dock Square

Dock Square

Learn about the local history of Kennebunkport with a stop at Dock Square. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Dock Square

Cities near South Coast

Scarborough which includes general coastal views and a coastal town as well as a large group of people

Scarborough

Kittery

Kittery

Ogunquit showing street scenes, signage and night scenes

Ogunquit

South Berwick

South Berwick