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Ranked #1 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”Great Tour!“ 05/21/2013
- ”Don't Skip!“ 05/21/2013
Category: Scenic Drives
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We are a local, family owned and operated tour company looking to share with you what we love about Maine! Fully narrated by...
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We are a local, family owned and operated tour company looking to share with you what we love about Maine! Fully narrated by LOCAL Maine guides! City & Lighthouse Tour ~ 1.45hrs*City highlights*30 minutes at Portland Headlight. More time than any other tour company!Kennebunkport Tour ~ 3.5hrs*90 minutes of free time to enjoy this lovely fishing village*Enjoy the view of Walker's Point, where the former President Bush spends the summers.Freeport Shuttle
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Ranked #2 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”Wonderful venue with great accoustics“ 04/28/2013
- ”A worthy opponent to Boston's offering...“ 04/13/2013
Category: Theaters; Canyons; Concerts
The concert hall for a variety of musical and theater performances.
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Ranked #3 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”Beautiful spot“ 05/13/2013
- ”Beautiful, Spectacular View, Good Biki...“ 05/07/2013
Category: Parks; Biking Trails
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Ranked #4 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”Little fenway!“ 05/13/2013
- ”Nice ballpark“ 04/29/2013
Category: Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields; Performances
The Portland Sea Dogs are the Boston Red Sox minor league affiliate (no longer with Florida Marlins). The park is a nice, clean minor league park, great place to take the family... more »
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Ranked #5 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”Take the Casco Bay Ferry for great vie...“ 05/17/2013
- ”Mother's day trip“ 05/14/2013
Category: Bodies of Water; Beaches
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Ship traffic here runs the gamut from lobster boats to oil tankers and cruise lines; also look for the many photogenic...
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Ship traffic here runs the gamut from lobster boats to oil tankers and cruise lines; also look for the many photogenic lighthouses.
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Ranked #6 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”Fabulous gem of an art museum“ 05/20/2013
- ”Premier attraction in Portland“ 05/19/2013
Category: Art Museums
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Works by the European masters such as Degas, Picasso and Renoir are on display along with American greats like Winslow Homer,...
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Works by the European masters such as Degas, Picasso and Renoir are on display along with American greats like Winslow Homer, Robert Indiana and Andrew Wyeth at this museum that places special emphasis on the works of artists from Maine.
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Ranked #7 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”Peaks Island“ 05/07/2013
- ”Greta Diamond, Peaks and Long Islands...“ 04/07/2013
Category: Islands
An archipelago of islands off of Portland.
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Ranked #8 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”Great restoration“ 05/19/2013
- ”Well worth a visit“ 05/09/2013
Category: Museums
A turn of the century immigrant era synagogue celebrating Jewish art, history, and culture in downtown Portland.
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Ranked #9 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”Quaint shops, good coffee and cobblest...“ 05/22/2013
- ”fun place to visit in Portland“ 04/29/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Historic street at the edge of the working waterfront area of Portland.
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Ranked #10 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”Cozy Ballpark“ 04/23/2013
- ”Home of the Sea Dogs“ 04/05/2013
Category: Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
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Ranked #11 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”What a fascinating place“ 05/17/2013
- ”Great Victorian Mansion“ 05/12/2013
Category: Historic Sites; Museums
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Victoria Mansion, also known as the Morse-Libby House, is the finest example of residential design from the pre-Civil War era...
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Victoria Mansion, also known as the Morse-Libby House, is the finest example of residential design from the pre-Civil War era in America. With superb architecture and well-preserved original interiors that were among the most lavish and sophisticated in their day, it is an unparalleled document of America’s highest aspirations in architecture, interior design, and the decorative arts. Our history, a quick tour, and our present-day efforts at restoring the Mansion convey an impression of the significance of this unique site, which is of national and even international importance.
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Ranked #12 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”Great docent, nice tour“ 04/30/2013
- ”Just a few more stairs!“ 04/14/2013
Category: Observation Decks/ Towers; Observatories/ Planetariums; Historic Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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In the 1800s, Captain Moody used this observatory to monitor the routes of ships as far as 30 miles away. Today visitors can...
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In the 1800s, Captain Moody used this observatory to monitor the routes of ships as far as 30 miles away. Today visitors can tour a museum focusing on the history of the watch tower and get a stunning bird's-eye view of Portland and the harbor.
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Ranked #13 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”Really Cool!“ 03/22/2013
- ”A Unique Casco Bay Landmark“ 03/15/2013
Category: Historic Sites
Abandoned fort on an island in Portland Harbor; visitors should use caution when exploring its grounds.
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Ranked #14 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”Excellent biking/running/walking trail“ 05/13/2013
- ”Back Cove“ 05/09/2013
Category: Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas; Hiking Trails; Trails
Portland's most popular and well-known trail offers view of the city skyline.
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Ranked #15 of 62 attractions in Portland
Category: Symphonies
Portland orchestra often performing at the Merrill Auditorium.
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Ranked #16 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”great fun for kids & adults“ 03/28/2013
- ”Great time for the little ones“ 01/11/2013
Category: Children's Museums
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Whether climbing a mountain, entering a bear's den, role-playing crewmembers on a 40-foot schooner or manning a space...
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Whether climbing a mountain, entering a bear's den, role-playing crewmembers on a 40-foot schooner or manning a space shuttle, children will have a blast at this highly interactive museum. Most of the museum is geared to children aged one to 11, but young teens will like the computer lab and the camera exhibits. There's also a play area just for toddlers.
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Ranked #17 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”Discover Memorable Maine Memories“ 03/25/2013
- ”Delightful guided tour through the Lon...“ 03/04/2013
Category: History Museums
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Ranked #18 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”Great Bowling, Beer and Music“ 05/06/2013
- ”Good spot for after work drinks“ 04/08/2013
Category: Bowling Alleys
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Ranked #19 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”Early evening specials are great“ 05/17/2013
- ”Yummy Lobster Roll!“ 05/09/2013
Category: Marinas
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Ranked #20 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”Longfellow House Tour is Interesting“ 05/12/2013
- ”If Portland is your city,you must visi...“ 05/02/2013
Category: Historic Sites
The fully restored 1786 home of Henry Wadwsworth Longfellow is located at 489 Congress Street in the heart of Portland, Maine. Close to the restaurants and shops of Monument... more »
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Ranked #21 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”History, Beauty, Reflection, Exercise...“ 05/07/2013
- ”Portland's Largest Public Burial Groun...“ 03/17/2013
Category: Cemeteries
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Cemetery listed in the National Register of Historic Places is the final resting place of many famous politicians of the 18th...
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Cemetery listed in the National Register of Historic Places is the final resting place of many famous politicians of the 18th and 19th centuries.
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Ranked #22 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”What a lovely place“ 05/09/2013
- ”What a disappointment!“ 04/14/2013
Category: Scenic Railroads; Specialty Museums
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Enjoy a train ride along scenic Casco Bay and Portland Waterfront. Tour the museum with historic two-foot railroad...
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Enjoy a train ride along scenic Casco Bay and Portland Waterfront. Tour the museum with historic two-foot railroad locomotives, cabooses, cars and artifacts. Purchase interesting items in unique gift Shop.Mar/Apr - Open weekends and school vacations.May-Oct - Open Daily.Museum open 10-4; train rides on the hour from 10-3.Museum Admission: Adults - $3. Children 3-12 - $2. Children 2 & Under - Free.Train Rides (includes museum): Adults - $10; Seniors - $9; Children 3 - 12 - $6. Children 2 & Under - Free.Ticket is good all day!
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Ranked #23 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”Good gym, GREAT massage therapist!“ 01/15/2013
- ”Great gym with wonderful personnel.“ 12/01/2012
Category: Health Clubs
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Ranked #24 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”Good venue for concerts“ 04/27/2013
- ”Great Venue from Beatles to Opera“ 02/28/2013
Category: Theaters
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Ranked #25 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”Meal of a lifetime“ 12/13/2012
- ”Lots of things to do here“ 03/01/2012
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #26 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”chilhood“ 03/10/2013
- ”great time for young kids“ 12/26/2011
Category: Observatories/ Planetariums
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Learn about space through fun and exciting educational shows on a wide range of topics including Fires in the Sky, Seasons of...
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Learn about space through fun and exciting educational shows on a wide range of topics including Fires in the Sky, Seasons of Light, Tour of the Solar System and Through the Eyes of Hubble.
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Ranked #27 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”Expecting more, but worth it“ 05/14/2013
- ”Hokey and dirty“ 03/28/2013
Category: Museums
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Cryptozoology: The study of hidden or unknown animal such as; Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster and Yeti. Come vist the only...
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Cryptozoology: The study of hidden or unknown animal such as; Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster and Yeti. Come vist the only museum of it's type in the world! Over 50 years of collecting by Loren Coleman are displayed in the ICM. Let it be your gateway to adventure ....
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Ranked #28 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”Food was great for kids place. Also lo...“ 03/18/2013
- ”This place is a gold mine!“ 03/13/2013
Category: Game/ Entertainment Centers
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Ranked #29 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”Don't bring your canine here“ 05/22/2013
- ”Hide your valuables“ 10/25/2012
Category: Parks
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Over 6 acres of fenced dog park for off-leash playing complete with trees and rolling hills. Contains a separate small dog...
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Over 6 acres of fenced dog park for off-leash playing complete with trees and rolling hills. Contains a separate small dog play area.
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Ranked #30 of 62 attractions in Portland
- ”Not a bad free public beach.“ 03/28/2013
- ”I grew up around there“ 03/10/2013
Category: Beaches
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