Willard Beach

South Portland

Photo by Karen Rinaldo-green
Photo by Karen Rinaldo-green
Photo by Karen Rinaldo-green
Photo by Karen Rinaldo-green
Photo by Karen Rinaldo-green
Photo by Karen Rinaldo-green

Popular places to visit

Fort Preble which includes wildflowers

Southern Maine Community College

Walk around the campus at Southern Maine Community College during your visit to South Portland. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Southern Maine Community College
Bug Light

Bug Light

You can find out about the history of South Portland with a trip to Bug Light. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.

Bug Light
Fort Preble showing a garden and a lighthouse as well as a small group of people

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.

Fort Preble

Willard Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Willard Beach during your travels in South Portland?

Willard Beach

Maine Mall

3.5/5(6 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Maine Mall during your stay in South Portland. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.

Maine Mall

South Portland Historical Society Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at South Portland Historical Society Museum in South Portland. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

South Portland Historical Society Museum

Things to do

Port City Light Cruise

Port City Lights Cruise

RM172
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Port City Lights Cruise
Portland: Sunset Lighthouse Cruise in Casco Bay with Drinks

Portland: Sunset Lighthouse Cruise in Casco Bay with Drinks

RM290
per adult
Portland: Sunset Lighthouse Cruise in Casco Bay with Drinks
Portland: Private Island Fort Tour

Portland: Private Island Fort Tour

RM416
per adult
Portland: Private Island Fort Tour
Sunset Lighthouse Harbor Cruise from Portland's Old Port

Sunset Lighthouse Harbor Cruise from Portland's Old Port

RM290
per adult
Sunset Lighthouse Harbor Cruise from Portland's Old Port
Vintage Fire Engine Tours

Vintage Fire Truck Sightseeing Tour of Portland Maine

RM176
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Vintage Fire Truck Sightseeing Tour of Portland Maine
Old Wharf Street Portland, ME

Audio Guided Walking Tour from Old Port of Portland, Maine

RM33
per adult
Audio Guided Walking Tour from Old Port of Portland, Maine
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Top hotels in Willard Beach

Portland Harbor Hotel

Portland Harbor Hotel

4 out of 5
468 Fore Street, Portland, ME
The price is RM547 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
RM547
RM767 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 coffee shops/cafes, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,610 reviews)
"Perfect stop if you are looking for cozy, upscale accommodations within walking distance to numerous restaurants and bars. Absolutely recommend."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Portland Harbor Hotel
Germaine Inn South Portland

Germaine Inn South Portland

2 out of 5
675 Main Street I-95, Rt 1-I95 ex 45-I295 Ex 3, South Portland, ME
The price is RM381 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
RM381
RM415 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in South Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Maine Mall and Thompson's ...
7.4/10 Good! (304 reviews)
"No water bottles in the room, and very few options for continental breakfast. Clean rooms and comfy beds."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Germaine Inn South Portland
Fireside Inn & Suites Portland

Fireside Inn & Suites Portland

3 out of 5
81 Riverside St, Portland, ME
The price is RM465 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
RM465
RM515 total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,017 reviews)
"Hotel property was fine but room had a weird smell and you cant open the windows for fresh air."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Fireside Inn & Suites Portland
Clarion Hotel Portland

Clarion Hotel Portland

2.5 out of 5
1230 Congress St, Portland, ME
The price is RM356 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
RM356
RM394 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,130 reviews)
"Ok for a large chain."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Clarion Hotel Portland
LivAway Suites Portland-Scarborough

LivAway Suites Portland-Scarborough

2 out of 5
83 Mussey Rd, Scarborough, ME
The price is RM423 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
RM423
RM461 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Scarborough. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Maine Mall and Thompson's Point are located ...
7/10 Good! (69 reviews)
"Clean room. Check in and check out very easy. Will be staying here again ."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

LivAway Suites Portland-Scarborough
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland DT/Maine Med

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland DT/Maine Med

3 out of 5
340 Park Ave, Portland, ME
The price is RM419 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
RM419
RM464 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,282 reviews)
"It was a good enough experience. Just wish the bathroom was cleaned better and that we couldn't hear our neighbors using their bathroom upstairs."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland DT/Maine Med
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Other neighbourhoods around Willard Beach

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Willard

Willard might not have many top sights, but Willard Beach and Bug Light are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Willard
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Loveitts Field

Loveitts Field might not have many top sights, but Willard Beach and Fort Preble are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Loveitts Field
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Ferry Village

While Ferry Village isn't home to many top sights, Bug Light and Willard Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ferry Village
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Meetinghouse Hill

While Meetinghouse Hill may 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.

Meetinghouse Hill
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Knightville

While Knightville isn't home to many top sights, Victoria Mansion and Portland Museum of Art are some notable places to visit nearby.

Knightville
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Cash Corner

While there might not be top attractions in Cash Corner, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Thompson's Point and Hadlock Field.

Cash Corner

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