Old Port is the city's center. Here, travelers will find a plethora of shops and some of the city's best dining options. It's also within walking distance of top attractions, including the Portland Museum of Art, Victoria Mansion and the ferries that transport visitors to the Casco Bay Islands.
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Maine beaches are easily accessible with the help of the nearby Casco Bay Islands. Visitors can use the Casco Bay Lines ferry service, which transports travelers to six of the islands from the Old Port in downtown Portland.
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Portland is considered one of the top beer cities in the U.S., thanks to its top-notch microbrewery scene. Certain breweries, including Allagash and Sebago, host free brewery tours.
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Andy Warhol, Claude Monet and Winslow Homer are just a few of the greats whose works are housed in the Portland Museum of Art.
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This waterfront near Old Port offers trails, sports courts, beaches and sweeping views of the bay. Some visitors recommend visiting Eastern Promenade at sunset or sunrise to witness the park's vistas reach their full potential.
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Located about 8 miles south of downtown Portland, Cape Elizabeth is home to Portland Head Light, one of the most recognized lighthouses in Maine. The area also boasts expansive beaches, including Crescent Beach, and miles of craggy Maine coastline.
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The grand Victoria Mansion is considered to be one of the greatest examples of pre-Civil War grandeur. Expect to encounter gas light fixtures, ornate drapes and cherub-clad crown molds during your tour.
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The Portland Observatory towers above the city on Munjoy Hill, offering spectacular views of Portland and its harbor.
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Learn all about Portland's world-class restaurants on a Maine Food for Thought Tour.
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