South Coast
Travel Guide
Visit South Coast
Where to stay in South Coast
Downtown Portland
Downtown Portland is known for its captivating waterfront views, and with sights like Cross Insurance Arena and Fore Street Gallery, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Portland.
Old Port
The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Old Port. A stop by Fore Street Gallery or Cross Insurance Arena might round out your trip.
Wells Beach
Wells Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Wells Beach and Crescent Beach.
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.
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 Portland Exposition Building.
West End
If you're spending some time in West End, Victoria Mansion and Portland Fire Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
The airport shuttle was very convenient and appreciated on an early and snowy Christmas Eve morning. Night and morning desk staff were very helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
The Westin Portland Harborview
Staff was so friendly and had great dining recommendations. Room was super clean. Hotel was quiet and located in a perfect spot around the corner from the comedy show we went to see. Everything was so nice and good luck to the ginger bread house decoration competitors! We hope our choice wins!
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
Everything, wonderful hotel. Can't wait to be back.
Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025
The Weldon Hotel
Hotel spotless and lovely. Service, when you could reach someone, was great. No front desk so you are a bit at the mercy of voicemail and remote assistance.
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025
Elmwood Resort Hotel
The location is centrally located, it’s between Wells beach and Wells harbor. There are excellent restaurants nearby that offer great seafood dishes, as well as international options. I95 is easily accessible, Portland is an easy drive, as well as Cape Elizabeth.
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025
Pink Blossom Family Resort
The suite was updated, clean and quiet. The staff was exceptional with coffee galore in the office. Grounds beautiful but too cold this fall for swimming.
Reviewed on Oct 22, 2025
Popular places to visit
Ogunquit Beach
Collect shells, go bird watching, take a stroll on Marginal Way or simply admire the oceanfront views along Ogunquit’s beloved stretch of coastline.
Perkins Cove
Just south of Ogunquit, discover a quaint fishing village full of charming shops, seafood restaurants and postcard-worthy ocean views.
LL Bean Flagship Store
During your trip to Freeport, you can enjoy retail therapy at LL Bean Flagship Store. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply enjoy its seafood restaurants.
Long Sands Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Long Sands Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to York Beach. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Old Orchard Beach Pier
After visiting Old Orchard Beach Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Old Orchard Beach. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Dock Square
Learn about the local history of Kennebunkport when you take a trip to Dock Square. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
