South Portland
South Portland is a city on the south side of Portland Harbor. Bug Light Park has a shoreline walkway to Portland Breakwater Lighthouse, with a boat-launch area and a Liberty Ship memorial.
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Tide times and low-tide windows
Maine has some of the biggest tides in the country. Today’s highs and lows by station, plus the walks that only exist for a few hours.
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Ocean water temperature
Live sea temperatures along the coast, and whether the water is actually warm enough to get into today.
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Lighthouses ranked by visitors
All 40 visitable Maine lighthouses ordered by review volume, with the car parks and viewpoint parks separated out.
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Where you can eat at 8pm
Maine kitchens close earlier than visitors expect. The share still serving at eight, open Sunday and open Monday, town by town.
Hotels
Where to stay in South Portland
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TownePlace Suites Portland Airport
Modern kitchenette rooms, free airport shuttle, heated indoor pool & free breakfast near Portland Jetport. Perfect for layovers and Maine getaways.
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Tru by Hilton Portland Airport
Free breakfast, airport shuttle & parking at this modern 3-star hotel near Maine Mall. 8.4/10 rating. Perfect for business or family trips.
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Holiday Inn Express South Portland
Free airport shuttle, indoor pool, and hot breakfast near Portland. Best for families and couples flying in or out of Maine.
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Best Western Merry Manor Inn
Year-round heated pool, free breakfast, and pet-friendly rooms off I-95. Minutes from Portland's beaches, lighthouses, and Old Port shops.
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Courtyard Portland Airport
Clean, modern rooms steps from Portland Jetport. Free parking, on-site restaurant, friendly staff. Ideal for airport layovers and day trips to **Portland** and the coast.
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Portland Airport
Spacious suites near Portland Jetport with free airport shuttle, indoor pool, and hot breakfast. Pet-friendly. Perfect for early flights or layovers.
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DoubleTree by Hilton Portland, ME
3-star hotel 2 miles from Portland Jetport with free parking, airport shuttle, indoor pool, and restaurant. Great location near downtown and Maine Mall.
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Portland Sheraton at Sable Oaks
Four-star hotel near Portland Jetport with free airport shuttle, indoor pool, and on-site restaurant. Great location for Maine travelers.
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Comfort Inn South Portland Airport
Free airport shuttle, clean rooms, and breakfast near Portland. Perfect for early flights. 7.9/10 rating from 785 guests.
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Budget Inn
Budget-friendly rooms with free parking on Main Street. Walking distance to downtown Portland. Ideal for Acadia day trips and Maine Coast visits.
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Casco Bay Hotel Portland Airport
Free airport shuttle, included breakfast, and clean rooms near Maine Mall. Value-focused hotel 2 miles from PWM with easy access to beaches and attractions.
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Spark by Hilton Portland Airport Maine Mall
Free airport shuttle, indoor pool, and hot breakfast near Portland International Jetport. Perfect for flights and mall access - 7.5/10 guest rating.
Restaurants
Where to eat in South Portland
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Indian
South Portland
Taj Indian Cuisine
Family-owned Indian spot in South Portland serving chicken tikka masala, biryani, and craft cocktails.
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Bistro
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David's 388
Upscale-casual American spot in Cape Elizabeth with inspired dishes, sharp wine list, and warm service.
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Pub
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Sea Dog Brewing Co. in South Portland
Riverside brewery in Bangor with house-crafted beers and a solid pub menu; the deck's the draw.
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American
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Buffalo Wild Wings South Portland
Wings and tenders with a sprawling sauce menu, but execution is maddeningly inconsistent.
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Pizzeria
South Portland
Uno Pizzeria & Grill
Chicago-style deep dish and Italian sandwiches in a family-friendly Bangor spot with cold beer and easy parking.
Destinations
More in Greater Portland
Greater Portland
Portland
Maine's largest city - a working waterfront, Old Port cobblestones, and a food scene that punches well above its weight.
Greater Portland
Freeport
Flagship home of L.L. Bean, open 24/7 - outlets, a tidal river, and surprisingly good eating between the shopping.
Greater Portland
Cape Elizabeth
Home of Portland Head Light - Maine's oldest lighthouse - plus Two Lights State Park and the beach at Crescent State Park.
Greater Portland
Peaks Island
A fifteen-minute ferry from Portland: a car-light island of bikes, beaches and a working year-round community.
Greater Portland
Scarborough
Portland's southern neighbor, with Higgins Beach, Pine Point, Prouts Neck and the state's largest salt marsh.
Greater Portland
Falmouth
Upscale Portland suburb on Casco Bay - Gilsland Farm Audubon, the Town Landing Market deli, and Mackworth Island walks.