Guidebook for Portland

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Guidebook for Portland

Arts & Culture

If you want to go bowling, this is your spot! Enjoyably decorated with features like exposed brick, and sporting a full bar and menu make Bayside the definite top spot to bowl in Portland.
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Bayside Bowl
58 Alder St
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If you want to go bowling, this is your spot! Enjoyably decorated with features like exposed brick, and sporting a full bar and menu make Bayside the definite top spot to bowl in Portland.
A wonderful collection and still free on Fridays from 5pm-9pm.
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Портланд Музеј уметности
7 Congress Sq
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A wonderful collection and still free on Fridays from 5pm-9pm.
The movies plus the charm remains in this cinema that I went to as a kid. Located right downtown it hasn't changed much and still has $5 tickets all day every Tuesday.
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Nickelodeon Cinema (Patriot Cinemas)
1 Temple St
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The movies plus the charm remains in this cinema that I went to as a kid. Located right downtown it hasn't changed much and still has $5 tickets all day every Tuesday.
I'm an architecture and history lover and I find Victoria Mansion stunning.
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Викторија Меншн
109 Danforth St
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I'm an architecture and history lover and I find Victoria Mansion stunning.

Food Scene

Our family friendly coffee shop has free wifi and everything that a neighborhood cafe should have!
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Rwanda Bean at Deering Center
463 Stevens Ave
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Our family friendly coffee shop has free wifi and everything that a neighborhood cafe should have!
Serving breakfast and lunch, the Bayou Kitchen is, hands down, one of the best casual restaurants in Portland.
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Bayou Kitchen
543 Deering Ave
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Serving breakfast and lunch, the Bayou Kitchen is, hands down, one of the best casual restaurants in Portland.
Amazing breads and goodies baked daily in this old firehouse-turned bakery. Lots of fresh coffee, soups and sandwiches as well. Come read the paper and have a cinnamon bun.
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Big Sky Bread Company
536 Deering Ave
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Amazing breads and goodies baked daily in this old firehouse-turned bakery. Lots of fresh coffee, soups and sandwiches as well. Come read the paper and have a cinnamon bun.
The Holy Donut is winning tons of national awards for stellar donuts. Have an authentic Maine experience with these potato based donuts to die for!
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The Holy Donut
194 Park Ave
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The Holy Donut is winning tons of national awards for stellar donuts. Have an authentic Maine experience with these potato based donuts to die for!
Hands down the best coffee roasted and served in Portland(In my opinion.) The baked goods and food is amazing as well.
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The West End Deli & Catering Inc
545 Spring St
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Hands down the best coffee roasted and served in Portland(In my opinion.) The baked goods and food is amazing as well.
Pai Men has the best ramen in town and a lunch special that makes this my favorite in town. (Don't miss the brussel sprouts or pork rolls!)
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Pai Men Miyake
188 State St
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Pai Men has the best ramen in town and a lunch special that makes this my favorite in town. (Don't miss the brussel sprouts or pork rolls!)
If you love Oysters, this is your spot.
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Eventide Oyster Co.
86 Middle St
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If you love Oysters, this is your spot.
Silly's boasts an eclectic menu where everyone in your party will be happy, plus a HUGE menu of milkshakes. Silly's has funky outdoor seating available and I've loved it since I was a kid.
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Silly's
68 Washington Ave
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Silly's boasts an eclectic menu where everyone in your party will be happy, plus a HUGE menu of milkshakes. Silly's has funky outdoor seating available and I've loved it since I was a kid.
Caramel Sea Salt Gelato. Enough said.
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The Gelato Fiasco Old Port
425 Fore St
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Caramel Sea Salt Gelato. Enough said.
Delicious French fries, Panini's and milkshakes. This place is hip and worth the wait.
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Duckfat
43 Middle St
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Delicious French fries, Panini's and milkshakes. This place is hip and worth the wait.
My favorite Sushi in town. The lunch special is spectacular(selection and price) and there is a nice, intimate outdoor patio space for dine-in.
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Yosaku
1 Danforth St
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My favorite Sushi in town. The lunch special is spectacular(selection and price) and there is a nice, intimate outdoor patio space for dine-in.
One of THE BEST brunch spots in Portland. Cozy ambiance, delicious eats.
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Hot Suppa
703 Congress St
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One of THE BEST brunch spots in Portland. Cozy ambiance, delicious eats.
Great restaurant/bar. Small plates, galore!
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Local 188
685 Congress St
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Great restaurant/bar. Small plates, galore!
Awesome food and outdoor dining where you do eat amongst the treetops! Right in the neighborhood(5 minute walk). Excellent drinks and really well prepared food.
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The Treehouse
484 Stevens Ave
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Awesome food and outdoor dining where you do eat amongst the treetops! Right in the neighborhood(5 minute walk). Excellent drinks and really well prepared food.
If you have the money to spend, this is probably the best food you could imagine. Make a reservation LONG in advance! This place is as hot as they come in Portland.
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Fore Street
Fore Street
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If you have the money to spend, this is probably the best food you could imagine. Make a reservation LONG in advance! This place is as hot as they come in Portland.
All local food. Super relaxed atmosphere and a great family spot. There are often bands playing or local entertainment.
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Local Sprouts Co-op
649 Congress St
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All local food. Super relaxed atmosphere and a great family spot. There are often bands playing or local entertainment.
If you want the true Maine seafood experience eating right on the water I would recommend The Lobster Shack. It is about a 20 minute drive(near beaches) but well worth it. You won't beat the views!
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The Lobster Shack at Two Lights
225 Two Lights Rd
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If you want the true Maine seafood experience eating right on the water I would recommend The Lobster Shack. It is about a 20 minute drive(near beaches) but well worth it. You won't beat the views!
New hip spot in the neighborhood. Worth grabbing a bite or a drink.
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Woodford Food & Beverage
660 Forest Ave
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New hip spot in the neighborhood. Worth grabbing a bite or a drink.

Entertainment & Activities

The Saturday farmers market is wonderful!(7am-1pm) The park also boasts a great playground and a splash pad for kids to play in the fountains. Tennis, volleyball, baseball and basketball courts too!
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Deering Oaks Park
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The Saturday farmers market is wonderful!(7am-1pm) The park also boasts a great playground and a splash pad for kids to play in the fountains. Tennis, volleyball, baseball and basketball courts too!
If it's raining or even if it isn't, kids love this museum.
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Children's Museum and Theatre of Maine
250 Thompsons Point Road
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If it's raining or even if it isn't, kids love this museum.

Essentials

Great local food, baked goods and produce.
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Rosemont Market & Bakery
40 Pine St
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Great local food, baked goods and produce.
Close to home and reasonably priced. Wine lovers do enjoy TJ's for a cheap selection.
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Trader Joe's
87 Marginal Way
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Close to home and reasonably priced. Wine lovers do enjoy TJ's for a cheap selection.
Hannaford is a bigger grocery store than Trader Joe's and will have everything you might be looking for.
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Hannaford Supermarket
295 Forest Ave
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Hannaford is a bigger grocery store than Trader Joe's and will have everything you might be looking for.

Sightseeing

Baxter Woods are a wonderful piece of protected Maine forrest right in the neighborhood! This is a great place for a stroll.
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Mayor Baxter Woods Park
555 Stevens Ave
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Baxter Woods are a wonderful piece of protected Maine forrest right in the neighborhood! This is a great place for a stroll.
A 3.5 mile groomed loop around Portland's Back Bay overlooks the downtown Portland skyline and is a wonderful spot to walk, bike and run. This is the start/end point for the Maine Marathon.
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Baxter Boulevard
Baxter Boulevard
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A 3.5 mile groomed loop around Portland's Back Bay overlooks the downtown Portland skyline and is a wonderful spot to walk, bike and run. This is the start/end point for the Maine Marathon.
An idyllic groomed trail which circles the island and overlooks Casco Bay is a beautiful spot to walk or run. Park right on sight and enjoy this kid-friendly piece of coastal Maine.
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Mackworth Island State Park
U.S. 1
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An idyllic groomed trail which circles the island and overlooks Casco Bay is a beautiful spot to walk or run. Park right on sight and enjoy this kid-friendly piece of coastal Maine.
One of the most beautiful spots in Portland to picnic or relax while overlooking the islands and boats in Casco Bay. Check out walking trails, the East End Beach or play tennis or basketball in style!
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Eastern Promenade Trail
Eastern Promenade
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One of the most beautiful spots in Portland to picnic or relax while overlooking the islands and boats in Casco Bay. Check out walking trails, the East End Beach or play tennis or basketball in style!
Use the Ferry Terminal on Commercial Street to access Peaks, Long or one of the many islands in Casco Bay. Peaks is the closest and is an awesome place to rent bikes and explore coastal Maine.
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Peaks Island
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Use the Ferry Terminal on Commercial Street to access Peaks, Long or one of the many islands in Casco Bay. Peaks is the closest and is an awesome place to rent bikes and explore coastal Maine.
Maine's most famous lighthouse, Portland Headlight is located in this free park. This spot is picturesque and wonderful for picnics, walks and exploring the historic forts.
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Парк Форт Вилијамс
1000 Shore Rd
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Maine's most famous lighthouse, Portland Headlight is located in this free park. This spot is picturesque and wonderful for picnics, walks and exploring the historic forts.
One of the best sandy beaches around!
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Scarborough Beach
Black Point Rd
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One of the best sandy beaches around!
Surfers love this beach.
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Higgins Beach
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Surfers love this beach.
Another great choice for a beach day!
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Државни парк Кресцент Бич
109 Bowery Beach Rd
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Another great choice for a beach day!
The Portland Observatory is a historic maritime signal tower. Built in 1807, it is the only known surviving tower of its type in the United States.
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Portland Observatory
138 Congress St
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The Portland Observatory is a historic maritime signal tower. Built in 1807, it is the only known surviving tower of its type in the United States.
A fun little hike for the family which is not far from Portland with a nice view at the summit. Bradbury is family-friendly and easily accessible from I-295 with parking onsite.
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Државни парк Бредбери Маунтин
528 Hallowell Rd
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A fun little hike for the family which is not far from Portland with a nice view at the summit. Bradbury is family-friendly and easily accessible from I-295 with parking onsite.

Shopping

Local restaurants, cafes, bars and boutiques galore. This is where visitors will go to see the working waterfront, eat seafood and buy Maine made gifts.
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Old Port
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Local restaurants, cafes, bars and boutiques galore. This is where visitors will go to see the working waterfront, eat seafood and buy Maine made gifts.
Visiting L.L.Bean's flagship store in Freeport is a classic Maine experience. The town of Freeport also has TONS of outlets if you are looking to shop.
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L.L. Bean Factory Store
95 Main St
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Visiting L.L.Bean's flagship store in Freeport is a classic Maine experience. The town of Freeport also has TONS of outlets if you are looking to shop.

Drinks & Nightlife

Located right downtown, the architectural beauty of Sonny's is worth seeing as it was once the location of Portland Savings Bank. Sonny does make great drinks and food. I love their brunch!
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Sonny's Restaurant
83 Exchange St
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Located right downtown, the architectural beauty of Sonny's is worth seeing as it was once the location of Portland Savings Bank. Sonny does make great drinks and food. I love their brunch!