East Bayside
Portland





Visit East Bayside
Popular places to visit

Maine Jewish Museum
Located in the immigrant-era Etz Chaim Synagogue, this museum tells the stories of Maine’s Jewish families and showcases Jewish artists from the area.

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.

University of Southern Maine
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Southern Maine as part of your travels around Portland. Stroll along the waterfront or attend a sporting event in the area.

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.
Things to do

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Downtown Portland: Coastal Vibe and Old Mansions with In-Add Audio Tour
Top hotels in East Bayside

The Westin Portland Harborview
Breakfast was really good, free shuttle to town helped, the only problem was the bad was too small, but the rest was really good.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
Everything was good except be nice if they didn’t charge for breakfast
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026

Portland Harbor Hotel
We could have moved right in and been happy for life. Flawless.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026

Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
Clean room friendly staff
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
Yes
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026

Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
Clean spacious rooms, comfy beds good service
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Bayside

East End
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East End and surrounding area, you can visit East End Beach and Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal.

Munjoy Hill
While Munjoy Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like East End Beach and Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal.

West Bayside
When in West Bayside, you can plan a visit to Bayside Bowl and Merrill Auditorium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Old Port
The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Old Port. A stop by Cross Insurance Arena or Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal might round out your trip.

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 Merrill Auditorium.

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.
