Overview
South Portland is a city in Maine.
5 sights · 1 things to do · 1 places to eat · 1 bars & cafés · 2 places to stay
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Best things about South Portland
Spring Point Lighthouse
Bug Light
Lighthouse across the Fore River offers unparalleled views of the Portland skyline and Casco Bay.
Willard Beach
Right across the bridge. The nearest Portland is not known for its beaches, despite plenty of oceanfront.
Spring Point
Coastal area which is home to the old Fort Preble, Spring Point Ledge Light, Portland Harbor Museum and Southern Maine Community College. There is a breakwater extending out into the harbor which is great to fish off of.…
Bug Light Park
Municipal Golf Course
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: May–Sep. Summer highs reach about 80°F; winter lows dip to about 16°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Oct and Dec. (climate data from nearby Seacoast)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- PWM Portland International Jetport, Portland — 2 mi away (major hub). Directions
- PSM Portsmouth International Airport at Pease, Portsmouth — 47 mi away. Directions
Buses arrive from Portland.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 2-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Spring Point, Willard Beach, Spring Point Lighthouse
- Lunch Saltwater Grille
- Afternoon Bug Light Park, Bug Light
- Evening The Send Brewing
Day 2
- Morning Municipal Golf Course
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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Get in
By plane
By bus
Buses arrive from Portland.
Get around
There are several bus routes that go around South Portland.
See
See Spring Point
Coastal area which is home to the old Fort Preble, Spring Point Ledge Light, Portland Harbor Museum and Southern Maine Community College. There is a breakwater extending out into the harbor which is great to fish off of.
See Bug Light Park
See Willard Beach
Right across the bridge. The nearest Portland is not known for its beaches, despite plenty of oceanfront.
Do
Buy
Eat
Eat Saltwater Grille
Seafood restaurant with marina views.
Drink
Drink The Send Brewing
A Japanese-themed brewery.
Sleep
Stay Budget Inn
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