- The list below includes 199 free or cheap things to do in or near Portland, Maine, including 87 different types of inexpensive activities like Sports Facilities/Fields, Breweries, History Museums and Hiking Trails.
- From Casco Bay to Commercial Street, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Portland and in nearby cities within 25 miles like South Portland, Brunswick, Scarborough and Kennebunkport.
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30.0 Miles
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200 Lisbon St., Lewiston, ME
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Visitors can enjoy a variety of cultural programming and resources at the Marsden Hartley Cultural Center / Lewiston Public Library. The featured cultural activities include films, concerts, lectures, dance programs, and coffeehouses.
30.1 Miles
Museum LA serves a tribute to the social, economic, and technological history and legacy of Lewiston-Auburn and its community. The museum offers a variety of exhibits, programs, and special events like the current exhibit on the local music industry.
30.4 Miles
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c/o The Stanton Bird Club, Lewiston, ME 04240
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The Thorncrag Bird Sanctuary is a 372 acre wildlife preserve that is home to a wide array of species of birds and other wildlife. Now used primarily for educational purposes, the sanctuary hosts groups ranging from scouts to university students.
30.5 Miles
Accessible by a dirt road, Holt Pond Preserve offers a variety of nature trails that leads visitors to the Muddy River. On the trail, visitors can spot wild berries and mushrooms, as well as eagles and ducks by the pond.
30.6 Miles
Bates College Museum of Art is an art museum that has well-lit exhibits such as acrylic paintings, photography, pottery, India ink drawings, and sculpture, among others. Right across is the Ware Street Inn.
31.6 Miles
Adjacent to the local humane society is Robin's Garden & Dog Park. The dog park features lush grassy areas where both small and large breeds can run off-leash and socialize with other breeds.
32.1 Miles
A traditional bowling center, Sparetime Recreation features 34 lanes for open and league bowling. The center offers video games, a pro shop, glow bowling and a concession area with a full dining menu and adult beverages.
32.2 Miles
Since 1995, Flagship Cinemas has been bringing family-friendly neighborhood theater to Auburn. The theater plays the latest feature film titles and offers stadium seating and digital surround sound.
32.7 Miles
Stretching for 3 ½ miles, Ogunquit Beach is popular among swimmers and bodysurfers. Sunbathing and picnicking are some other things to do in here.
32.7 Miles
The Ogunquit Beach is a long peninsula of sandy beach surrounded by grassy dunes. The Ogunquit Beach District surrounding the beach includes restaurants, a hotel, gift shops and snack bars.