Greater Portland & Casco Bay Area

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  GREATER PORTLAND &
CASCO BAY
 
 
Listen as the waves wash over the rocks at Cape Elizabeth; listen as the cymbals of the Portland Symphony signal a passage from the 1812 Overture. View colorful boats in Casco Bay and colorful designer clothes at the mall in South Portland or a Freeport outlet. Enjoy an authentic ethnic meal in a city neighborhood or freshly cooked seafood at the Yarmouth Clam Festival.
 
Cobblestone streets, modern highways, culture and recreation all blend together in the Greater Portland and Casco Bay region.
 
The Greater Portland and Casco Bay region will appeal to all your senses. There are the sounds of the ocean lapping against your boat, cascading over the rocks at Cape Elizabeth or rolling in on the sands of an area beach. There are also the sounds of music at the recently renovated Merrill Auditorium and the voices of actors at various theatre companies. Entertainment is live at the Portland Players, the Portland Stage Company, Maine Arts and the Ram Island Dance Company.
 
Listen to the laughter of people enjoying a walk on the Eastern or Western Promenade in Portland or shopping the outlets of Freeport. See the beautiful handiwork by local artisans displayed in the galleries and shops in Portland's Arts District and the Old Port Exchange, and the charming, historic homes that stand as a reminder of the region's rich history. The historic sites include the Wadsworth-Longfellow House, Admiral Peary's home on Eagle Island, Victoria Mansion, the Tate House, and the Portland Observatory.
 
Experience the sea air, the many kinds of boats and the islands of Casco Bay. You can take a ferry from the waterfront to Peaks Island, only 15 minutes away, or all the way to Nova Scotia.
 
Portland Old Port StoreStroll through the Old Port area with its eclectic mix of fashionable boutiques, coffee houses, art galleries, bookstores, pubs and restaurants. Sample fresh seafood and locally brewed beers, or try the ethnic foods the area offers including Chinese, Thai, Japanese, Italian, French, Indian, Irish, and Vietnamese.
 
Falmouth (the name by which Portland once was known), to the north, is primarily residential, and a drive along Route 88 runs through the fashionable Foreside area. The towns of Yarmouth and Cumberland offer rural settings with farms and farmstands.
 
Outdoor activities abound just a short distance from downtown Portland. Go cross-country skiing at Wolfe's Neck, canoe the Scarborough Marsh, or hike up Bradbury Mountain. Or catch a Sea Dogs game from bleacher seats on a sunny day!

Greater Portland and Casco Bay await your visit. Here you'll find country charm, city sights, nautical adventures, history, shopping bargains and "the way life should be."

Featured Portland Area Property
Inn By The Sea Resort - Cape Elizabeth Luxury Resort
After a multi million dollar renovation in 2008 the Inn by the Sea has been transformed into Maine's premier eco luxury beach destination. Contemporary amenities wed with traditional coastal charm create an atmosphere of upscale elegance in the 57 freshly designed one and two bedroom suites and fireplace rooms. Enjoy spectacular ocean views, Al Fresco or intimate indoor dining in the new Sea Glass restaurant, a new full service spa and fireplace lounge. Unspoiled sand beach, 10 minutes to historic Old Port & boutique shops, & access to a championship golf course make the inn the perfect luxury getaway. Children and doggie divas welcome. Email: info@innbythesea.com
The ElmsThe Elms – Greater Portland Bed and Breakfast
The Elms (Since 1882) Bed & Breakfast located in Greater Portland Maine is a graceful historic home over looking the Presumpscot River. With it's classic architecture, well appointed rooms and amazing public spaces, it's a beautiful place to stay. The Elms harkens back to a gentle, bygone era. Our Bed & Breakfast is located just 10 minutes from the center of historic Portland Maine. Classic Architecture, well appointed rooms and amazing public spaces. Email innkeeper@elmsmaine.com