Highland Travel Guide
South Portland
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Popular places to visit
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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene.
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
Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour
Portland Smartphone Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Downtown Portland: Coastal Vibe and Old Mansions with In-Add Audio Tour
Top hotels in Highland
Best Western Merry Manor Inn
"Friendly front desk. The room had mold in the shower and a blood stain on the pillowcase. Nice to have a microwave and a mini fridge. Breakfast was great- lots of options- and the room was very cute, or you could bring it back to your room."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
"Location was great in terms of accessibility to downtown to the transportation center and to the airport. The shuttle drivers were prompt and eager to assist in any way they could rooms were clean."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Portland Harbor Hotel
"There was a resort charge per day which was described as a credit. Our one “free” night ended up costing over $118 due to the charge plus charges for breakfast and the market which we had been told were credited to the mandatory charge. It was confusing and not well explained. And it made no ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
"This is such a nice property and a great location. We’ve stayed here twice and I wouldn’t hesitate to book again. Clean and comfortable."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Quality Inn & Suites South Portland
"This place was very run down. I would have been ok with it, but it was also not very clean. The common areas were fine, but the floors, furniture, bathtub, etc. in our room we're not clean. My dog spilled water after we'd just arrived and when we used a towel to wipe it up it came away very dirty. ..."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
"The location of this hotel was ideal. Also it had restaurants that stayed open late which is ideal when you’re traveling. Nice little outside bar as well."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Highland
Willard Beach
When in Willard Beach, you can plan a visit to Willard Beach and Fort Preble, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Ferry Village
While Ferry Village isn't home to many top sights, Willard Beach and Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal are some notable places to visit nearby.
Willard
Willard might not have many top sights, but Willard Beach and Portland Head Light are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 Portland Museum of Art.
Knightville
While Knightville isn't home to many top sights, Victoria Mansion and Portland Museum of Art are some notable places to visit nearby.
