Portland Old Port is a historic district of the city on the waterfront. There are restaurants, breweries, and lots of shops and boutiques!
The Portland Museum of Art is open Weds-Sun (with free admission on Fridays from 4-8pm!) The museum has an extensive collection of American and European Art, Modern and Contemporary Art, and Photography.
Want to explore Portland and learn more about the city? Check out the trolley tours through Portland Discovery Land and Sea Tours!
The famous Portland Head Light, Maine’s oldest lighthouse and most photographed lighthouse in America, is a 20 minute car ride from the Portland Waterfront. Enjoy the beautiful views and explore the adjacent Fort Williams Park.
Visit Peaks! Casco Bay Lines has a ferry which runs between Portland and Peaks multiple times per day. It is a <20 minute ferry ride to the island. Visit CascoBayLines.com for schedule and fare information.
Souvenirs and ice cream on the island!
A Peaks Island gem! Check out the Fifth Maine Museum to learn more about Peaks Island’s history. The museum has fascinating exhibits about the Civil War, and Peak’s role in WWII. Well worth a visit! The museum is a frequent stop for the Swett Family when they go to the island.
The best way to explore Peaks is via bike! Bring your own or rent one at Brad’s Bike Rental, located a short walk from the ferry on the island.
Horse Island Camp and Trail Rides offers a unique experience - horseback riding on Peaks! Explore the island on a horseback trail ride with your seasoned guides. Check out their website via the “View” button below for pricing and reservation information.
Peaks Island Land Preserve is a >150 acre parcel of land on the island, purchased in bits and pieces over the last 30 years with the intent of preserving much of the island from development. Their goal is conservation and stewardship of the island, keeping large spaces available for public use and enjoyment in perpetuity. Within the PILP is Battery Steele, a WWII relic. The Battery was a fort built in 1942 to protect the coast from naval attacks, and is a historical landmark. The fort is free to visit and explore: walking through the fort from one end to the other without a flashlight is also a Peaks Island rite of passage!