Higgins Beach
Scarborough
Visit Higgins Beach
Popular places to visit
Scarborough Beach State Park
People flock to this state park for its beach offering great saltwater swimming conditions and its inland grounds with many scenic pathways.
Ferry Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ferry Beach during your trip to Scarborough? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Western Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Western Beach during your trip to Scarborough? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Cliff Walk
Follow in the footsteps of famed artist Winslow Homer as you stroll along one of Portland’s most scenic coastline walking paths.
Beech Ridge Motor Speedway
Catch an event at Beech Ridge Motor Speedway during your trip to Scarborough. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.
Big 20 Bowling Center
You can enjoy the entertainment at Big 20 Bowling Center during your trip to Scarborough. Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour
Portland Smartphone Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Downtown Portland: Coastal Vibe and Old Mansions with In-Add Audio Tour
Maine: Portland Smartphone-Based Walking Audio Tour
Portland Maine App-Based Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle
Audio Guided Walking Tour from Old Port of Portland, Maine
Top hotels in Higgins Beach
The Westin Portland Harborview
Clean, quiet and comfortable. Exceptional team who were helpful and friendly. I actually hated to leave. Great stay!
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
Nothing saying on page that boiler is broken no hot showers pool ice cold hot tub ice cold crack heads everywhere. This place has gone completely to hell just from last year will never be staying at this location again. Not to add messed up my rooms put me in a double bed instead of my king ...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Portland Harbor Hotel
Nice place, clean room, courteous staff, NO FREE PARKING! :(
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
The staff were Courteous
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
Easy check in and friendly staff. Food was good room was big and with nice view.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
Richard at the front desk was awesome! Nice place to stay for a weekend, conveniently located and rooms were clean.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Higgins Beach
Prouts Neck
While visiting Prouts Neck, you might make a stop by sights like Ferry Beach and Scarborough Beach State Park.
Pine Point
Travellers enjoy Pine Point for its beaches and gardens. Consider checking out Pine Point Beach while you're in the area.
Grand Beach
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Grand Beach and surrounding area, you can visit Grand Beach and Pine Point Beach.
Blue Point
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Blue Point and surrounding area, you can visit Pine Point Beach and Ferry Beach.
Dunstan
While there might not be top attractions in Dunstan, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Aquaboggan Water Park and Dunegrass Golf Club.
