Last Updated:
1/8/23
Portland, ME
Below is a list of the best places I would visit on a trip to this location. My picks fit my personality and interest. Everyone has a different interest so you may not like everything I listed which is fine. If you like a place, I recommend saving it to Google Maps for a future trip down the road. I made sure to include the address or GPS to make it easier to find. You can find out more about me in the "About Me" section to see if we share common interests.
​
Breakfast
The Holy Donut
194 Park Ave, Portland, ME 04102
Some of the Donut Flavors
Holy Cannoli Ginger Glazed: Slightly sweet cream cuddled by a warm ginger-spiced glaze
Sweet Potato Coffee Cake: Thick, spicy-sweet cinnamon glaze with the crunch of traditional butter and brown sugar streusel. Made with sweet potato dough.
Dark Chocolate Cinnamon Sugar: Covered in a cinnamon-sugar dusting instead of a glaze, this gives the rich chocolate dough a nice crunchy texture
Dark Chocolate Sea Salt: Flagship donut; the sprinkle of sea salt on top makes the flavors of the chocolate dough and vanilla glaze pop
Blueberry Lemon: Fresh blueberry dough featuring a zesty lemon glaze.
Hours (1.8.23):
Daily 6:30 am - 2 pm
Order Online: Yes
On the List of Best Donuts in Portland Maine
Hot Suppa
703 Congress St, Portland, ME 04102
Sample Menu of What I Would Order
The Mother Clucker: Boneless Fried Chicken, Buttermilk Biscuit, Cheddar Curds, and Sausage Gravy $19.00
Scrambalaya: Chicken & Smoked Sausage Jambalaya, Scrambled Egg, and Cheddar $17.00
Pulled Pork Egg Sandwich: Over-Medium Egg, Pickled Red Onion, Smoked Cheddar, South Carolina BBQ Sauce, Sourdough Bread $14.00
Hours:
Daily 8 am - 2 pm
Order Online: No
They Also Have Some Creative Specials For Brunch That May Interest You
Activities
Portland Head Light
The Fort Williams Park is open year-round from sunrise to sunset with free parking available. The lighthouse tower is only open to the public one day a year on Maine Open Lighthouse Day ( September 10, 2022). On that day approximately 280 tickets will be available on a first-come-first-serve basis. (9 am - 3 pm)
The museum is located in former keepers' house and museum admission is as follows: Adults $2 and Children $1.
12 Captain Strout Cir, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
Museum Hours:
Memorial Day to October 10, 2022
Monday to Friday to 10 am - 2 pm
Saturday & Sunday 10 am - 4 pm
Biggest Takeaway From Here, Maine Open Lighthouse Day is September 10, 2022
Victoria Mansion
A Portland landmark, the Victoria Mansion has incredible architecture and original interiors dating back to 1860. It is listed as one of the most important historic homes of the nineteenth century in the country.
Admission(Best Purchase Online):
Adults: $16.00
Seniors (62+): $14.00
Students (6-17): $5.00
Under 6: Free
109 Danforth St, Portland, ME 04101
Hours:
May 1st to October 31st
Daily 10 am - 4 pm
Final Admission Sale 3:50 pm
Christmas at Victoria Mansion is a Popular Event
Lucky Catch Cruises
Want to experience catching lobster with the pros? This would be the tour to take. Each lobster tour lasts around 90 minutes. Learn plenty of good lobster information, and any lobster caught can be purchased at wholesale "boat" prices.
Two Good Tours to Pick From, Depart From Long Wharf in Portland
Portland Headlight Lobstering Cruise
Seal Watch Lobstering Cruise
Prices:
Adults $40
Seniors $38
Juniors (13-18) $35
Children (2-12) $25
170 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101
Tours Run Daily May Through October
Tour Times:
Portland Headlight 10:30 pm
Seal Watch 12:15 pm
Portland Headlight 2 pm
Seal Watch 3:45 pm
Portland Observatory
The Portland Observatory is the only remaining historic maritime signal station in the United States. The 86-foot high tower was constructed back in 1807 by Captain Lemuel Moody. It could see vessels as far out as 30 miles away from the harbor.
Tickets
Adults: $10.00
Seniors: $8.00
Kids (6-17) $5.00
138 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101
Tour Times:
Guided Tours (May 28 - Oct 10)
Thursday to Monday 10 am - 4 pm
Self-Guided Tour (June 7 - Sept 8)
Tuesday & Wednesday 5 pm - 8 pm
Food
The Highroller Lobster Co.
104 Exchange St, Portland, ME 04101
Sample Menu of What I Would Order
Lobster Roll: Freshly baked brioche, Chopped Romaine, 4 oz of fresh Maine claw, and knuckle meat, your choice of sauce. $32.00
Lobster Grilled Cheese: Buttery Toasted Bread, Gooey Cheddar, and Swiss Blend, Fresh Claw and knuckle meat
The Surf & Turf Burger: 8oz Brisket Blend Patty with butter-poached lobster meat, chopped romaine, and your choice of sauce on a freshly baked sesame seed bun
Hours:
Sunday to Thursday 11 am - 9 pm
Friday & Saturday 11 am - 11 pm
Order Online: Yes
Just In Case Do Not Know, Lobster is an Expensive Product, Buyer Beware
Becky's Diner
390 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101
Sample Menu of What I Would Order
Double Cheeseburger: $15.00
Fried Haddock BLT with Chipotle Mayo: $15.00
Fried Fisherman's Platter: 4oz Each Haddock, Shrimp, Scallops, & Clams $33.00
Hours:
Daily 6 am - 9 pm
Order Online: Yes
Known to Have a Very Good Hamburger
Gelato Fiasco
425 Fore St, Portland, ME 04101
Sample Menu of What I Would Order
Maine Wild Blueberry Crisp: Blueberries, Crunchy Oat Streusel, and Vanilla Gelato
Torched Marshmallow S'More: Graham Cracker Gelato, Chocolate Bars, & Marshmallow Swirl
A Big 'Ole Peanut Butter Pint: Peanut Butter Gelato, Peanut Butter Swirl, & Peanut Butter Cups
Hours (12.12.22):
Closed Monday
Sun to Thurs Noon - 9 PM
Fri & Sat Noon - 10:30 PM
Order Online: Yes
I Guess Gelato Is Popular In Portland, Maine
Places to Stay
FYI: The hotel prices are estimated and will most likely fluctuate since I looked them up on their website. I will keep them updated the best I can every three months. I look for the cheapest available room, usually a queen bed. I typically look at book rates two months in advance and in the middle of the month to get average rates. Reminder: It is an ESTIMATE
The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection
Home to UNION, its 65-seat restaurant by Executive Chef, Joshua Berry, uses local farmers and fisherman for their dishes
Penthouse Suite with rooftop access and 360-degree views of the city
The hotel also has an Art Gallery featuring local artists works, open to the public, which also includes a two story signature installation piece of vintage typewriters called the SWARM, to depict the chaos of a newsroom.
Each guestroom has design inspired by a 1920s writer's office including a vintage-styled journalist desk, playful newsroom references throughout and floor to ceiling marble bathrooms
119 Exchange St, Portland, ME 04101
Estimated Cost for Weekend Night (without tax/fee)
King City View in August 22' - $364
King City View in Nov 22' - $341
King City View in Feb 23' - $299
King City View in April 23' - $333
In Great Walking Distance of All the Great Things Portland has to Offer
Portland Harbor Hotel
All guests will receive a uniquely-theirs room with wood floors, nautical accents, local artwork and comfy furniture.
Each floor also includes a pantry nook with a Starbucks touchscreen machine and a cozy sitting area
BlueFin restaurant, seafood caught fresh by the local fisherman.
Truly Sam Summer Music Series at The Terrace Every Thursday, Friday and Saturday Evening
468 Fore St, Portland, ME 04101
Pet Friendly
Estimated Cost for Weekend Night (without tax/fee)
Deluxe King Room in August 22' - $599
Deluxe King Room in Nov 22' - $316
Deluxe King Room in Feb 23' - $239
Deluxe King Room in Feb 23' - $305
21 and up fun
Bissell Brothers Brewing Company
38 Resurgam Pl, Portland, ME 04102
SAMPLE OF BEER MENU
The Substance: IPA - New England / Hazy | 6.6% ABV | 80 IBU
Swish: IPA - Imperial / Double | 8.0% ABV | 80 IBU
Lux: Pale Ale - American | 5.1% ABV
Industry Versus Inferiority: IPA - American | 6.2% ABV
Hours (1.8.23):
Mon to Thurs 11 am - 8 pm
Fri & Sat 11 am - 9 pm
Sunday 11 am - 6 pm
Food Menu is Available (Weds-Sunday)
Foulmouthed Brewing
15 Ocean St, South Portland, ME 04106
SAMPLE OF BEER MENU (12.15.22)
Impure Thoughts: IPA - New England | 7.5% ABV
Mama's Breakfast Stout: Oatmeal Coffee Stout | 6.0% ABV
Meggy: Sour Ale with Tart Cherries | 6.0% ABV
Blue Balls: Belgian Style Dark Strong Ale with Blueberries | 12.0% ABV
Hypothesis: Carrot ESB English Ale | 4.0% ABV
Mr. Giggles: Belgian Style Dark Golden Strong Ale | 12.0% ABV
Hours (1.8.23):
Monday 4 pm - 9 pm
Tuesday & Wednesday Closed
Thursday 4 pm - 9 pm
Fri to Sun Noon - 9 pm
Food Menu is Available
Beer Flights - Six 4oz Pours - $14.00
Again these are just few of my picks that fit my personality and interest. If you feel that I left one-off that may interest me or other people, message me on Facebook about the location. I value a person's opinion and never just discard the information. Always looking forward to learning about new places to add to my Google Map. ~ Shawn