Highland
South Portland
Popular places to visit
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.
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 entertainment choices.
Lyric Music Theater
You can enjoy a show at Lyric Music Theater during your stay in South Portland. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
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.
Maine Mall
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.
Willard Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Willard Beach during your travels in South Portland?
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 Highland
Best Western Merry Manor Inn
Great room Super pool Awesome breakfast Friendly accommodating staff. Felt very comfortable the entire stay.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
The Westin Portland Harborview
Parking to hotel was was very poor , trash overflowing waterlogged elevators , felt unsafe. Visited the restaurant on top floor waited 15 minutes to be acknowledged and left , not that busy staff not interested - very very poor. Front desk failed to activate parking causing me to be stuck at gate ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
The room was very clean, and the staff was very friendly. The only thing that was disappointing was that when we got ready, and went to use the hot tub it was cold.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Portland Harbor Hotel
Loved it, great location and amenities
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
The staff were Courteous
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
Staff was all very friendly and professional. Made my stay very comfortable. Room was quite nice.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Highland
Thorton Heights
When in Thorton Heights, you can plan a visit to Maine Mall and Thompson's Point, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Cash Corner
While visiting Cash Corner, you might make a stop by sights like Casco Bay and Maine Military Museum.
Sunset Park
While Sunset Park isn't home to many top sights, Maine Mall and Thompson's Point are some notable places to visit nearby.
Country Gardens
While Country Gardens isn't home to many top sights, Maine Mall and Thompson's Point are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Knightville
While Knightville isn't home to many top sights, Victoria Mansion and Portland Museum of Art are some notable places to visit nearby.
