South Coast, ME

Travel Guide

Mother\'s Beach which includes a sandy beach, rugged coastline and a house
Portland Head Light showing rocky coastline, general coastal views and a sunset
Portland Head Light showing a lighthouse and a sunset
Kennebunkport showing a small town or village, a river or creek and boating
Ogunquit featuring a bay or harbor

Where to stay in South Coast

State Street Church

Downtown Portland

4.5/5(326 area reviews)

Downtown Portland is known for its captivating waterfront views, and with sights like Cross Insurance Arena and Maine College of Art, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Portland.

Downtown Portland
Old Port featuring a bay or harbor

Old Port

4.5/5(473 area reviews)

Cobblestone streets, 19th-century brick buildings, and fishing piers define this district, offering boutiques, restaurants, and bars. Explore Post Office Park, Tommy's Park with its large mural, and stroll the Eastern Promenade Trail to East End Beach.

Old Port
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Goose Rocks Beach

Goose Rocks Beach might not have many top sights, but Goose Rocks Beach and Dock Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Goose Rocks Beach
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Back Cove

While Back Cove might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hadlock Field and Merrill Auditorium.

Back Cove
Down on beach all alone. Wonderful!

Pine Point

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Travelers enjoy Pine Point for its beaches and gardens. Consider checking out Pine Point Beach while you're in the area.

Pine Point
Victoria Mansion featuring a house, heritage elements and interior views

West End

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

Distinguished by its well-preserved Victorian architecture, this downtown Portland neighborhood boasts the scenic Western Promenade park, offering views of the White Mountains, and several historic structures, such as the Gothic House and Morrill Mansion.

West End

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