Portland Vacation Rentals

Portland's historic sites, stunning Atlantic scenery, and exciting dining scene make it a great East Coast vacation destination. Choose a bright condo in downtown, or a family home in a quiet neighborhood as your base for exploring this classic American city.

Lobster lovers

No Maine food is more iconic than lobster, and Portland restaurants serve this delicacy up in just about every way imaginable. For a casual lunch, try the famous lobster roll at the Fishermen's Grill. For a less traditional take on the same dish, try Bite Into Maine. Their creative rolls are highly rated and a local favorite.

For a more refined dining experience, the Eventide Oyster Company serves a classic New England lobster dinner in a stylish setting. Other menu favorites include a wide variety of local and imported oysters dressed to order.

Old Portland

Portland's Old Port is a lively historic district-cum-tourist strip. A multitude of shops, bars, and restaurants line the winding alleys amid cobblestone streets and historic architecture. Best explored on foot, this part of town is great for a sunny day.

The best views in the city can be captured from the Portland Observatory. The tower has a fascinating history, dating back to 1807. Guided tours are available daily and a sunset photo tour is available during summer months.

Portland's great outdoors

The Fort Williams Park makes an outstanding day trip. You can enjoy hours of hiking trails including a cliffside loop, arboretum, and a rocky beach, all in one park. The adjacent Portland Head Light lighthouse is one of the most photographed in the nation, and the oldest in Maine.

For some of Maine's best scenery, a ferry tour of the Casco Bay Islands is perfect. Photographers can capture lighthouses, civil war forts, and lovely coastal scenes, as well as seals, eagles, and the occasional whales. Most ferries allow you to bring a picnic lunch and alcoholic drinks.

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