West End Travel Guide
Portland
Popular places to visit
Victoria Mansion
Visit the remarkably preserved 19th-century manor house, located in downtown Portland. Get an authentic impression of life during that era.
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 Fire Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Portland Fire Museum during your travels in Portland. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
Things to do
Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour
Portland Maine Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle
Downtown Portland: Coastal Vibe and Old Mansions with In-Add Audio Tour
Portland Smartphone Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Audio Guided Walking Tour from Old Port of Portland, Maine
Maine: Portland Smartphone-Based Walking Audio Tour
Top hotels in West End
Blind Tiger Portland – Carleton Street
Adorable spot in Portland, great location, really cool concept. Felt like an upgraded vacation rental. You don’t have the whole place to yourself but it basically feels like it. Check in and everything was seamless. The local recommendations, games, and snacks were a nice touch. We loved plays scrabble ...
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Blind Tiger Portland - Danforth Street.
The room was clean and we loved having a fireplace in our room. Parking was easy. A few of the staff members were friendly but others were a bit less welcoming. We wish our room could have been cleaned earlier in the day.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
The staff were great. Friendly and helpful! Loved the use of the shuttle into town
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
The Westin Portland Harborview
Wonderful as always. Comfortable beds, spacious rooms. Lovely, helpful staff
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
The amenities is the main reason we love to stay here, it is unfortunate when the spa jacuzzi is not available which happened the first day of our stay. It was resolved the next day which was a relief given the cold temps.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Tru by Hilton Portland Airport Area
We were welcomed with pleasant staff, offered options and provided information for places around us for dining and options. Quiet and comfortable
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West End
Valley Street
While visiting Valley Street, you might make a stop by sights like Hadlock Field and Home of the Maine Celtics.
Parkside
If you're spending some time in Parkside, Neal S. Dow House and Fitzpatrick Stadium 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.
Oakdale
While Oakdale may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hadlock Field and Portland Exposition Building.
West Bayside
When in West Bayside, you can plan a visit to Merrill Auditorium and Cross Insurance Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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 Fore Street Gallery.
