Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in South Portland March 2026 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in South Portland](https://expedia.ca/South-Portland-Hotels.d6769.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to South Portland](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-South-Portland.d6769.Travel-Guide-Flights)[South Portland Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-South-Portland.d6769.Car-Rental-Guide)[South Portland Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/South-Portland.d6769.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in South Portland, ME ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit South Portland Types of activities Where to stay [South Portland travel guide](https://expedia.ca/South-Portland.dx6769) ![Portland Head Lighthouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6769/c35a365e-11a4-4ba2-a926-79598bc1cb04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Portland Harbor aerial view from Eastern Promenade in East End, city of Portland, Maine ME, USA. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6769/9a13000c-424d-4db5-91f9-38427d7584db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![H3M0PA South Portland, Maine, USA at the Portland Breakwater Light.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6769/e3f9c347-1026-4a92-bc90-00f82510d916.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Portland Breakwater Light aka Bug Light. located in South Portland, ME near the campus of Southern Maine CC. The light was built in 1875 and represents the 2nd light here. The light was restored in 1989 and reactivated in 2002. The light is part of a beautiful park that overlooks the harbor. This area was once a shipyard used to build Liberty Ships for the war effort durring WW2. This is a great location to come to watch fireworks on July 4th, have a nice walk or have a picnic and watch the ship traffic. Technical Info: Camera: Canon 80D Lens: Canon 10-18mm Exposure: 3/5 second @ f/25 18mm ISO 100 4 stop ND Soft Grad filter ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6769/dd456893-50f2-4523-9eb3-2a8c2c248658.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ultimate Maine lighthouse. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6769/6a045326-6651-43fd-a437-0b6caf0bc355.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## South Portland Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that South Portland has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours South Portland is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in South Portland to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### South Portland Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of South Portland. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to South Portland attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ## Recommended things to do in South Portland | Number of things to do | 26 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Audio Guided Walking Tour from Old Port of Portland, Maine](/things-to-do/audio-guided-walking-tour-from-old-port-of-portland-maine.a46334904.activity-details): CA $11 | | Top 5 things to do | [Maine Coast: Bicycle Rentals](/things-to-do/maine-coast-bicycle-rentals.a51947306.activity-details)[Portland, Maine: Hidden Histories Guided Walking Tour](/things-to-do/portland-maine-hidden-histories-guided-walking-tour.a48066977.activity-details)[Portland, Maine: Hidden Histories Guided Walking Tour](/things-to-do/2-hours-portland-maine-hidden-histories-walking-tour.a5179861.activity-details)[City centre Portland: Coastal Vibe and Old Mansions with In-Add Audio Tour](/things-to-do/city-centre-portland-coastal-vibe-and-old-mansions-with-in-add-audio-tour.a44927495.activity-details)[Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour](/things-to-do/ultimate-portland-self-guided-driving-gps-audio-tour.a44941422.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Portland, Maine: Hidden Histories Guided Walking Tour](/things-to-do/portland-maine-hidden-histories-guided-walking-tour.a48066977.activity-details)[Portland, Maine: Hidden Histories Guided Walking Tour](/things-to-do/2-hours-portland-maine-hidden-histories-walking-tour.a5179861.activity-details)[City centre Portland: Coastal Vibe and Old Mansions with In-Add Audio Tour](/things-to-do/city-centre-portland-coastal-vibe-and-old-mansions-with-in-add-audio-tour.a44927495.activity-details)[Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour](/things-to-do/ultimate-portland-self-guided-driving-gps-audio-tour.a44941422.activity-details)[Portland Explorer \| Maine History, Culture, & 3 Lighthouses Tour](/things-to-do/portland-explorer-maine-history-culture-3-lighthouses-tour.a998433.activity-details) | | With kids | [Portland Explorer \| Maine History, Culture, & 3 Lighthouses Tour](/things-to-do/portland-explorer-maine-history-culture-3-lighthouses-tour.a998433.activity-details)[The Real Portland Tour: City and 3 Lighthouses Historical Tour with a Real ...](/things-to-do/the-real-portland-tour-city-and-3-lighthouses-historical-tour-with-a-real-local.a1008615.activity-details)[Old Port Working Waterfront Walking Tour with Clam Chowder](/things-to-do/old-port-working-waterfront-walking-tour-and-seafood-tasting.a50825666.activity-details)[Portland Underground Railway Self Guided Audio Walking Tour](/things-to-do/portland-underground-railway-self-guided-audio-walking-tour.a51566605.activity-details)[Private Holiday Photoshoot with Photographer in Portland](/things-to-do/private-professional-holiday-photoshoot-in-portland.a46632276.activity-details) | ## What to do in South Portland --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in South Portland ![Fort Preble featuring a lighthouse and a garden as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6077244/925af1c4-f1df-4a98-8396-8ffeb63ce22f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Southern-Maine-Community-College-South-Portland.d553248621555471470.Vacation-Attraction) ![South Portland, Maine, USA at the Portland Breakwater Light.; Shutterstock ID 688189870; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6077242/9e21e6c2-f59f-4051-b33a-5b8df0503af8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bug Light You can find out about the history of South Portland with a visit to Bug Light. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene. [](https://expedia.ca/Bug-Light-South-Portland.d6077242.Vacation-Attraction) ![Fort Preble featuring a lighthouse and a garden as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6077244/925af1c4-f1df-4a98-8396-8ffeb63ce22f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Fort-Preble-South-Portland.d6077244.Vacation-Attraction) ![Venetian Masks](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6326805/a40c28ff-3666-4127-9e73-3c730ec522a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lyric Music Theater You can enjoy a show at Lyric Music Theater during your trip to South Portland. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.ca/Lyric-Music-Theater-Ferry-Village.d6326805.Vacation-Attraction) #### Maine Mall 4/5(65 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Maine-Mall-South-Portland.d6077232.Vacation-Attraction) #### Willard Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Willard Beach during your travels in South Portland? [](https://expedia.ca/Willard-Beach-South-Portland.d6077248.Vacation-Attraction) #### South Portland Historical Society Museum You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in South Portland Historical Society Museum during your travels in South Portland. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices. [](https://expedia.ca/South-Portland-Historical-Society-Museum-South-Portland.d6327768.Vacation-Attraction) #### Maine Military Museum You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Maine Military Museum during your travels in South Portland. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices. [](https://expedia.ca/Maine-Military-Museum-Cash-Corner.d6327506.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of South Portland ![Bug Light](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/643570660110589952/96479ba6-f734-4224-afc0-80d9c00010a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Portland Harbor Museum. [](https://expedia.ca/South-Portland-Willard-Beach.dx643570660110589952) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/South-Portland-Ferry-Village.dx553248635976469773) ![OMG!, my newest discovery lead me to the Best Little Bakery and Espresso House!, the best Cookies they are like 15" round, all freshly made breads and pastries . They also serve wines----](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6769/1ac98eec-147a-47f1-a5ff-92fbfe68e69c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Willard While Willard might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Willard Beach and Victoria Mansion. [](https://expedia.ca/South-Portland-Willard.dx553248635976472716) ![Bug light lighthouse in Portland, Maine at sunset as a sailboat sails into the harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976478466/f6bcf41d-7429-4de2-b938-ed96be021c51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Meetinghouse Hill While Meetinghouse Hill isn't home to many top sights, Willard Beach and Victoria Mansion are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/South-Portland-Meetinghouse-Hill.dx553248635976478466) ![Panoramic view of the harbor of Portland, Maine, New England, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976480405/1fae58b3-b645-405b-a767-b3cca29f73c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Knightville When in Knightville, you can plan a visit to Victoria Mansion and Portland Museum of Art, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.ca/South-Portland-Knightville.dx553248635976480405) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Portland Harbor Museum. [](https://expedia.ca/South-Portland-Loveitts-Field.dx553248635976473691) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from South Portland ![Scarborough featuring a coastal town and general coastal views as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6809/00952a2f-3121-433a-b5dd-3fb15290d4e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Scarborough ![Rocky shores of the Maine Coast, Fort Williams Park, Cape Elizabeth, Maine, New England, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55620/a01e8c55-808e-4fdd-83b1-9714542cb937.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cape Elizabeth ![Ice Disk, Westbrook, Maine](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/56049/bd12d6d6-239c-4842-819c-8dcb28edc701.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Westbrook ![Portland Head Light which includes rocky coastline, general coastal views and a lighthouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6077212/de0c2dd0-6073-4b78-9982-6545fcddd303.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Portland ## Frequently asked questions ### Is South Portland worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in South Portland? ### What is the top tourist attraction in South Portland? ### Is three days enough to stay in South Portland? ### Is South Portland a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in South Portland with kids? > - [Portland Explorer | Maine History, Culture, & 3 Lighthouses Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/portland-explorer-maine-history-culture-3-lighthouses-tour.a998433.activity-details) > - [The Real Portland Tour: City and 3 Lighthouses Historical Tour with a Real ...](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-real-portland-tour-city-and-3-lighthouses-historical-tour-with-a-real-local.a1008615.activity-details) > - [Old Port Working Waterfront Walking Tour with Clam Chowder](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/old-port-working-waterfront-walking-tour-and-seafood-tasting.a50825666.activity-details) > - [Portland Underground Railway Self Guided Audio Walking Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/portland-underground-railway-self-guided-audio-walking-tour.a51566605.activity-details) > - [Private Holiday Photoshoot with Photographer in Portland](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-professional-holiday-photoshoot-in-portland.a46632276.activity-details) ### What to do in South Portland for adults? ### Are there free things to do in South Portland? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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