Portland Arts District
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Popular places to visit

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.

Wadsworth-Longfellow House
As you tour this historic brick home, trace three generations of Maine family history and learn about the cultural and political impact of its family members.

Maine College of Art
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Maine College of Art during your trip to Portland. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.

Charles Q. Clapp House
Demonstrating the wealth and artistic sensibilities of 19th-century Portland, this masterpiece of Greek Revival architecture is next to the Portland Museum of Art.
Cross Insurance Arena
Catch an event at Cross Insurance Arena during your trip to Portland. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its great live music.
Maine Historical Society
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Maine Historical Society during your trip to Portland. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do

Portland Smartphone Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive

Downtown Portland: Coastal Vibe and Old Mansions with In-Add Audio Tour

Portland Maine App-Based Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle

Maine Tour Bundle: Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle

Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour

Maine: Portland Smartphone-Based Walking Audio Tour
Top hotels in Portland Arts District

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
clean and well equipped
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
Clean room great pool and hot tub
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Portland Harbor Hotel
Nice decor and amenities (pantry)
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
The staff is excellent - efficient, gracious and always available to manage whatever comes up for the guest.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
Clean room, friendly staff, great restaurants & spa
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Long Creek Hotel by IHG
Privacy
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Portland Arts District

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 Wadsworth-Longfellow House.

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.

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

Parkside
If you're spending some time in Parkside, Neal S. Dow House and Fitzpatrick Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

East Bayside
If you're spending some time in East Bayside, Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and Maine Jewish Museum are top sights worth seeing.

West End
If you're spending some time in West End, Victoria Mansion and Portland Fire Museum are top sights worth seeing.
