Explore Downtown

Welcome to Downtown Portland! At first glance you will see a historic seacoast town with a working waterfront representing Maine’s roots in a robust fishing community. But take a second look and you will also find a vibrant community of small business owners whose stores, galleries and restaurants represent the true heart of what it means to be a Mainer: hard work, fine craftsmanship and pride in representing our unique state. Maine’s largest city (but still quaint by most standards) boasts plenty of fine art, award-winning chefs and some of the best shopping experiences where you can support independent stores.

About PortlandExplore_Landing_AboutPortland

With over 66,000 full-time residents, Portland swells to two million with the addition of its seasonal visitors and part-time residents in the summertime. The city is located on a peninsula in Casco Bay with access to many islands such as Peak’s, Great Diamond, and Long Island.

Portland stands as one of the few working waterfronts left in the United States, acting as New England’s largest tonnage seaport and second largest fishing port. Portland is also the largest foreign inbound transit tonnage port in the United States! Each year our port alone handles over 206,000 international passengers, including 41,000 cruise ship passengers.

As the economic capital of Maine, major national financial institutions as well as law firms and import/export companies base their Maine operations out of Portland. Walking through downtown Portland, you will notice modern high-rise office buildings located in historic districts intermixed with centuries old architecture.

Pick some of your favorite things to do in Portland while you visit this exciting city. To make sure that you are able to find your way around the city, request a Guidebook today!

 

Downtown Map

Downtown Map

View/download a map of Downtown Portland.  

Neighborhoods

Downtown Neighborhoods

Portland is locally organized by neighborhoods, each with their own flavor and characteristics. Click here for a map of downtown Portland neighborhoods

Live/Work Portland

Live/Work Portland

Moving to and living in Portland A diverse, creative, beautiful city, Portland offers something for almost everyone and has frequently been listed as one of America’s top cities to live, work, play and visit. Portland is a very livable city for everyone who wants to be part of a community that takes responsibility for themselves