Higgins Beach Travel Guide

Scarborough

Higgins Beach featuring general coastal views, a beach and wild flowers
Higgins Beach which includes a beach and general coastal views as well as a small group of people
Higgins Beach showing a coastal town, a sandy beach and general coastal views
Higgins Beach showing a sandy beach and general coastal views as well as a small group of people
Higgins Beach featuring a coastal town, a sandy beach and a sunset

Popular places to visit

Scarborough Beach State Park which includes general coastal views and a sandy beach as well as a small group of people

Scarborough Beach State Park

People flock to this state park for its beach offering great saltwater swimming conditions and its inland grounds with many scenic pathways.

Scarborough Beach State Park
Ferry Beach

Ferry Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ferry Beach during your trip to Scarborough? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Ferry Beach
Cliff Walk showing general coastal views as well as a couple

Cliff Walk

Follow in the footsteps of famed artist Winslow Homer as you stroll along one of Portland’s most scenic coastline walking paths.

Cliff Walk
Western Beach

Western Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Western Beach during your trip to Scarborough? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Western Beach

Nonesuch River Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Scarborough at Nonesuch River Golf Club. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its entertainment choices.

Nonesuch River Golf Club

Winslow Homer's Studio

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Winslow Homer's Studio during your travels in Scarborough. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Winslow Homer's Studio

Things to do

Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour

Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour

฿550
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour
Self-Guided Driving & Walking Bundle of Portland Maine Tours

Portland Maine Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle

฿809
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Portland Maine Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle
Tour of Palace & Monument of Marrakech

Tour of Palace & Monument of Marrakech

฿1,268
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Tour of Palace & Monument of Marrakech
Downtown Portland: Coastal Vibe and Old Mansions with In-Add Audio Tour

Downtown Portland: Coastal Vibe and Old Mansions with In-Add Audio Tour

฿317
per traveller
Downtown Portland: Coastal Vibe and Old Mansions with In-Add Audio Tour
Portland Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Portland Smartphone Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive

฿550
per traveller
Portland Smartphone Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Old Wharf Street Portland, ME

Audio Guided Walking Tour from Old Port of Portland, Maine

฿251
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Audio Guided Walking Tour from Old Port of Portland, Maine
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Top hotels in Higgins Beach

Tru by Hilton Portland Airport Area

Tru by Hilton Portland Airport Area

2.5 out of 5
369 Maine Mall Road South Portland ME
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,103 per night from 11 Jan to 12 Jan
฿2,103
฿2,292 total
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in South Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,652 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025

Tru by Hilton Portland Airport Area
Portland Harbor Hotel

Portland Harbor Hotel

4 out of 5
468 Fore Street Portland ME
The price is ฿3,345 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
฿3,345
฿4,901 total
22 Dec - 23 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 coffee shops/cafes and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,713 reviews)
Location

Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025

Portland Harbor Hotel
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
20 Milk Street Portland ME
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,550 reviews)
The location was perfect. It was very close to shopping, restaurants and the waterfront. The room was nice and clean. The hot tub was closed for several days for cleaning so we could not use which was a major bummer as we really really wanted to use it. Staff super friendly. Valet parking for $35 ...

Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025

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Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront

Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront

4 out of 5
9 Center Street Portland ME
The price is ฿3,849 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
฿3,849
฿4,258 total
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
Great location. Clean rooms. Good restaurants with Ken walking distance.

Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025

Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront
Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME

Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME

2.5 out of 5
1230 Congress St Portland ME
The price is ฿2,647 per night from 20 Dec to 21 Dec
฿2,647
฿2,929 total
20 Dec - 21 Dec
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! (1,289 reviews)
Pleasant stay.

Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025

Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

4 out of 5
88 Spring St Portland ME
The price is ฿2,454 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
฿2,454
฿2,715 total
22 Dec - 23 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,431 reviews)
The hotel was quiet and our room had a great view of the harbor.

Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Higgins Beach

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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
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Grand Beach

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Grand Beach and surrounding area, you can visit Grand Beach and Pine Point Beach.

Grand Beach

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