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Visiting Portland

Travelers to Portland give high marks for the seafood restaurants, bustling port, and shopping. Tourists who journey to this vibrant city can discover its live music, entertainment choices, and museums. Top sights in the city include Wadsworth-Longfellow House, Children's Museum of Maine, and Portland Museum of Art.

• There are 719 hotels and other accommodations in Portland
• The closest major airport is in Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport), 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from the city center
• The next closest is in Brunswick, ME (NHZ-Brunswick Executive), 23.2 mi (37.3 km) away

Sightseeing and Staying in Portland

Known for its live music, museums, and theaters, the city's cultural venues include Wadsworth-Longfellow House, Children's Museum of Maine, and Portland Museum of Art. Attractions like Joker's Family Fun and Games, Aquaboggan Water Park, and Funtown Splashtown USA are fun for kids of all ages. The city is notable for landmarks like Victoria Mansion, Portland Observatory, and Portland Head Light.

In Portland, you'll find 719 hotels and other lodging options so you'll have ample places to choose from for a perfect vacation. Here are top ones based on Expedia user reviews:

• Inn at Park Spring - Guests who stay at this 3.5-star bed & breakfast in West End can enjoy access to free breakfast and free parking, along with free WiFi. It's a favorite with Expedia travelers for its convenient parking and clean, comfortable rooms.
• Captain Lord Mansion - Our customers like the breakfast and helpful staff at this B&B. This 4.5-star bed & breakfast features free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking.
• Morrill Mansion Bed & Breakfast - Guests who stay at this 3.5-star bed & breakfast in West End can enjoy access to free breakfast and free parking, along with free WiFi. Expedia customers like its breakfast and clean, comfortable rooms.

Other favorite sights in Portland include Cross Insurance Arena, Maine Mall, and Higgins Beach.

Getting Around Portland

With so many transportation options, seeing all of Portland is easy. If you want to journey outside of the area, hop aboard a train from Portland Transportation Center, Old Orchard Beach Station, or Saco Transportation Center. You can explore water transportation options at the port.

Dressing for Portland

• Between January and March, you can expect the daytime average to be around 47°F and the nighttime average to be 13°F
• From April to June, temperatures average about 77°F during the day and 30°F at night
• July through September averages 79°F during the day and 44°F at night
• In October-December, the average temperature is 64°F during the day and 15°F at night
• Average annual rainfall for Portland is 47.25 inches
• Hottest months are usually July and August with an average temperature of 78°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 15°F