The state's oldest lighthouse - a Maine icon not to be missed, glorious year-round.
The architectural landmark is the last remaining maritime signal tower (it's not a lighthouse) in the United States. It became a National Historic Landmark in 1971. Best view in Portland is at the top
Check out Portland Trail's Eastern Prom Trail -- super close and such a nice walk!
A fantastic Farmer’s Market of Maine produce each Saturday in the summer and fall –not to be missed.
Great park. Parking is easy, if lot next to stadium is full, there are plenty of reasonably priced ones near the field. Park itself is very intimate. Not a bad seat in the place. Try RF wall seats!
Lobster rolls are available at the concession stand, a perfect compliment to a great Maine team!
One of Portland's staples for quality live entertainment - theater and music - check out their schedule for amazing performances throughout the year!
Food Network stars Rachael Ray and Guy Fieri have both popped into this family-owned, local diner overlooking Portland, ME's waterfront. Read more.
Drive it, bike it, hike it, or once upon a time, sailboard it in a wet suit. Baseball and softball parks are nearby, with small arboretum of labeled trees. City skyline, Hannaford grocery, close-by.
Great museum with new exhibits and a fantastic permanent collection. Free admission on Fridays is a nice perk, too. Make sure to check out the local galleries along Congress Street and in the Old Port
The italian sandwiches are the best. Recommend these, and pazzo cheese bread as well as the pizza.
When browsing the arts district of Portland, duck into Otto's Pizza for a slice or two. You'll want to try at least a couple of their unique varieties. Don't miss the Butternut Squash, Ricotta & Cranb
Tip: Make sure you get to the shuttles early the first couple of weeks of school or else you're sure to be late for class!
Tony DiMillo once told me, all he wanted was to sell drinks, but people kept asking for food and, before he knew it, he was running a full service restaurant. Scenic water views, prices a bit upscale.
Best place to eat in Portland. Do not order Lobster. The real food is too good to pass up.
Hugo's opened in 1999 and put Portland on the map for food lovers. Don't skip the "blind tasting menu," and don't even think of leaving without trying a Peanut Butter Cup cake.
Sign up for a free tour online. They can only accommodate a certain amount of people at a time, so signing up is critical. Do not expect to walk in and be able to join a tour. Tours fill up fast.
Train ride lasts about 45 minutes. Don't be concerned when you stop at one end and head back to the museum...it's not over!
Fore Street was one of the first restaurants in Maine to feature an open kitchen with a wood-burning oven, grill, and turnspit and is still famous for its tight network of local food suppliers.
Skip the tour, pop into the shop and put together your own six-pack sampler. Great Signature Series brews if you want a bigger and bolder.
Maine's best Craft Beer selection of draft. If you love beer, this is an absolute must. Otherwise, you already know.
As someone who's very proud of his Irish heritage, I should tell you that "Smithwick's" is actually pronounced "Smittick's." And it's delicious, especially on tap. Read more.
Do they have some of the best seafood in town? Sure. But the bar is old school. Order a drink and mind your manners with the staff
Adam tries the Apocalypse Now, and you should too! As seen on Travel Channel’s Man v. Food Nation.
Very limited parking, as this is a neighborhood beach, quite small, and near both Portland Headlight and the former GE facility for manufacturing, which Jack Welch closed. Coast Guard station nearby.
My favorite part, besides the free fabulous wifi, is when I get off a flight and am walking up the ramp and see the sign "welcome home". Always makes me smile.
