- Our list of the best things to do in Portland, Maine, features the top 248 nearby activities — including 114 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Portland, ME has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Sights & Landmarks, and Entertainment & Shows.
- The results below include the top 35 things to do within the city of Portland, ME , followed by 213 popular activities in nearby cities, including South Portland, Brunswick, Freeport, Kennebunkport, Saco, Scarborough, Kennebunk, Biddeford, Old Orchard Beach, Falmouth, Cape Elizabeth, Yarmouth, Peaks Island, Phippsburg, Topsham, Georgetown and Prouts Neck
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Slightly Stoopid - Sounds of Summer with Iration, J Boog, and The Movement
Portland, ME
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Genre-jumping ska-rockers behind “2 A.M.” deliver summertime grooves
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142 Free Street, Portland, ME 04101
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Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine is a children's museum dedicated to inspiring discovery and imagination through exploration and play. Attractions include several hands on exhibits and a variety of educational programs.
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One of the oldest and still most popular trails in Portland is the Back Cove Trail. It loops around the cove itself and offers prominent views of the city skyline while visitors walk, run, bike, and even take their dogs walking.
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58 Fore Street, Portland, ME
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During the spring, summer, and fall, visitors can enjoy the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Company. Train rides and night photo shoot events are offered along with a museum that is open throughout the year for train enthusiasts.
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As the oldest house in the region, Longfellow House & Garden is a National Historic Landmark that displays the artifacts of a 19th century New England family. The house is open to group and self-guided tours.
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Deering Oaks Park offers a natural play environment that is ADA Accessible. The park features a range of recreational activities including adventure bridges, climbing wall, playground, puzzle/mind panels, slide down pole, stationary cycler and a toddler area.
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More than your typical bowling center, Bayside Bowl in Portland, Maine features a variety of entertainment choices for your date night or family night out. In addition to the games, guests can enjoy fine food and live entertainment.
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Visitors who are interested in whale-watching may enjoy what The Odyssey has to offer. Visitors of the site will not only be able to spot a variety of animals, including whales, sharks, and seals, but will also learn about the history of the area.
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Odyssey Whale Watching takes guests out onto the open waters of Casco Bay to embark on one of their unique tours. The company, known for their whale watching excursions, also offers deep sea fishing tours and private boat charters.
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11 Avon Street, Portland, ME 04101
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At the International Cryptozoology Museum, guests can learn about the strange history of legendary creatures like Bigfoot. Visitors can tour through the display area at their leisure and are free to ask the curator questions about the exhibit.
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Nickelodeon Cinemas is a movie theater offering viewings of recent movie releases. The theater has an old fashioned design with auditoriums of varying sizes. Nickelodeon Cinemas also maintains a standard concession stand.