West End, ME
Portland
Popular places to visit
Victoria Mansion
Visit the remarkably preserved 19th-century manor house, located in downtown Portland. Get an authentic impression of life during that era.
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
Explore the campus of University of Southern Maine during your stay in Portland. Stroll along the seaside 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
Portland Smartphone Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
West End Hotel Deals
Portland Harbor Hotel
"Breakfast was delicious!"
Reviewed on May 20, 2026
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
"We’ve stayed at this hotel 5 times now and have always enjoyed the historic charm and location. Check-in during this stay went smoothly, however we were disappointed when we arrived to find the toilet in our room was dirty. We also asked the front desk if the TVs allowed streaming services like Netflix ..."
Reviewed on May 20, 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
"The hotel was very nicely appointed and clean. We had a beautiful room with a great view - ended up adding an additional night stay."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
HomeAwhile
"We stayed for 9 nights in a King Suite and it was nice to have the separation between the sitting area/kitchenette and the bedroom. The bed was comfortable and it was great to have a desk for a work area in the bedroom as well as a TV. The building has only been open for a couple of months so everything ..."
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
Inn at St John Portland In-Town
"Parking was safe and easy, property beautiful"
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
"Our stay was very enjoyable. Stayed Wednesday through Saturday. My only complaint is cleaning crew always came around 3pm to our room when we were back taking a break before going to dinner. So our room never got cleaned during the stay."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Other neighborhoods around West End
Valley Street
If you're spending some time in Valley Street, Hadlock Field and Fitzpatrick Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Parkside
While visiting Parkside, you might make a stop by sights like Fitzpatrick Stadium and Neal S. Dow House.
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.
Oakdale
While there might not be top attractions in Oakdale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hadlock Field and Bayside Bowl.
West Bayside
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West Bayside and surrounding area, you can visit Bayside Bowl and Merrill Auditorium.
Downtown Portland
Downtown Portland is known for its captivating waterfront views, and with sights like Cross Insurance Arena and Merrill Auditorium, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Portland.
