Willard
South Portland
Popular places to visit
Southern Maine Community College
Walk around the campus at Southern Maine Community College as part of your travels around South Portland. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Bug Light
You can find out about the history of South Portland with a visit to Bug Light. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.
Fort Preble
On the South Portland waterfront, survey the scene of the Battle of Portland Harbor, which is the only known Civil War conflict fought in Maine.
Lyric Music Theater
You can enjoy a show at Lyric Music Theater during your trip to South Portland. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Maine Mall
You can do some window-shopping at Maine Mall during your visit to South Portland. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
Willard Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Willard Beach during your travels in South Portland?
Things to do
Portland Smartphone Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Willard Hotel Deals
Portland Harbor Hotel
"Had an amazing 40th birthday celebration here . Everything was amazing from start to finish ! The courtyard King was well worth it and we loved opening up the door for an evening breeze . Central to dinner and shopping . Walked to dinner reservations + the ferry terminal to ferry over to Peaks Island ..."
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
"This was a short visit but stopped at the tavern twice for a quick bite and a cocktail and the servers were fabulous, as always and the food excellent! Ate in the courtyard and that was lovely as well... Clean, attentive staff, very comfortable bed...can't wait for our next visit!"
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
"Great location. Good breakfast. Parking was fine."
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
HomeAwhile
"This was my second stay at this hotel, and the staff was so nice and accommodating. If you need a place to stay while in the area, I highly recommend it. The staff was friendly, and the hotel was clean."
Reviewed on May 25, 2026
Inn at St John Portland In-Town
"Close to the family when visiting. This time, my room was not cleaned on Saturday or Sunday. In the past, my room has gotten cleaned every day."
Reviewed on May 25, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland DT/Maine Med
"Very good Stay I love it there will go back"
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Willard
Meetinghouse Hill
While Meetinghouse Hill isn't home to many top sights, Willard Beach and Portland Museum of Art are some notable places to visit nearby.
Knightville
When in Knightville, you can plan a visit to Victoria Mansion and Portland Museum of Art, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Loveitts Field
While there might not be top attractions in Loveitts Field, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Willard Beach and Fort Preble.
Ferry Village
While there might not be top attractions in Ferry Village, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Willard Beach and Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal.
Willard Beach
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Willard Beach and surrounding area, you can visit Willard Beach and Fort Preble.
Pleasantdale
Though Pleasantdale might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like International Cryptozoology Museum and Portland Museum of Art.
