Grand Beach Travel Guide
Scarborough
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Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

Cliff Walk
Follow in the footsteps of famed artist Winslow Homer as you stroll along one of Portland’s most scenic coastline walking paths.
Big 20 Bowling Center
You can enjoy the entertainment at Big 20 Bowling Center during your trip to Scarborough. Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
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.
Things to do

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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 Grand Beach

The Westin Portland Harborview
The only thing- the beds were a little bit sloppily made but not so much I would complain about. Want to mention there's definitely pluses to visiting off season! Much quieter than some past visits. The attendant at check in was super nice. I definitely appeciated the early check in and got to spin ...
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
Very helpful and very clean room
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Long Creek Hotel by IHG
Everything was fine here. Took forever to find someone who worked there in the morning but when we did she was able to help me.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Portland Harbor Hotel
Nice outside fire place in winter
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
Yes
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Old Orchard Beach Inn
Beautiful quaint hotel. Clean rooms
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Grand Beach

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

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

Prouts Neck
While visiting Prouts Neck, you might make a stop by sights like Scarborough Beach State Park and Prouts Neck.

Dunstan
While there might not be top attractions in Dunstan, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Aquaboggan Water Park and Big 20 Bowling Center.

Higgins Beach
While visiting Higgins Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Higgins Beach and Casco Bay.
