Greater Portland is overflowing with culture, events, sites, sports and shopping
all year long. Below are itinerary ideas for things- to-do in any season while visiting Maine. All just a short distance from PineCrest Inn.

Cultural Arts
Experience Maine in the cultural arts. Portland Stage provides theatrical productions for all ages. If your interest is in classical music, the Portland Symphony Orchestra provides fine performances all year long.
The Portland Museum of Art, on Congress Square, is another MUST SEE while visiting downtown Portland. The Museum's collection contains more than 17,000 fine and decorative works of art dating from the 18th century to the present. Works by artists such as Winslow Homer and Rockwell Kent showcase the unique artistic heritage of the United States and Maine. Also find European Impressionist paintings by Edgar Degas, Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir and Pablo Picasso.

Shopping
Don't miss the historical Old Port shopping district on Portland’s waterfront. With its cobble stone streets and brick Victorian buildings, the Old Port is a great way to take in some local Maine history. The Old Port also features a wide range of restaurants, specialty shops, and boutiques. Be sure to stop in Longfellow Books located on Monument Way. They have a great selection of contemporary and classic books and a wonderful kid's room. Take a relaxing break at Arabica Coffee House on Free Street and enjoy a café mocha in this hip and happening place.
Looking for a bargain?? Visit Southern Maine's premium outlet stores in Freeport and Kittery. Here you will find famous brands such as: LLBean, J Crew, Burberry and Anne Klein. Take home your favorite items at great discounted outlet prices.
»View the shopping map for driving directions.

Scenic and Historic Tours - drive, bike, walk, trolley or cruise!
The city of Portland has a fantastic network of thirty walking trails that lead you in and around the whole city. Click here to watch an informational and pictorial video about Portland's Trails. Choose from a variety of trails and difficulty levels. Most are suitable for hiking and biking (please refer to each individual trail for details) Some trails are even suitable for wheelchairs. So get out your walking shoes or bicycle, grab your maps and enjoy this wonderful scenic tour of Portland and the surrounding areas. Cycle Mania Is a great place for bicycle rentals and is conveniently located in Portland's historical district of "Old Port".
Take a tour with Portland Discovery - Land & Sea Tours. Choose between the Portland trolley tour, land & sea tour, lighthouse lovers cruise, cruise to Eagle Island or sunset lighthouse cruise. Enjoy one or ALL during your visit to Portland Maine.

Hot Air Ballooning
If you are looking to tour Maine from the skies, we have a great idea! A hot air balloon ride is one of the most peaceful ways to view the area from above. Imagine the beauty and tranquility of flying high above the tree tops as you gaze at fantastic Maine scenery. While balloon touring is available any time of the year, we think that Autumn is the prime season. The spectacular views of endless fall color are breathtaking!
Visit Maine Hot Air Balloon Rides for more information.

Historic Sites/Museums
Visit the historic Tate House. Built in 1755, the Tate House is now a museum which offers visitors chance to experience life in the 18th century. Having survived the destruction of Falmouth during the Revolution and the fires that devastated Portland, Tate House is the only pre-Revolutionary home in Greater Portland open to the public.

Antiquing
Take home a One-of-a-kind souvenir of your trip to Maine!
»View a map of antique shops