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South Portland Travel Guide
South Portland is a city in Cumberland County, Maine. The area has a long history as it was one of the first places reached by European and settlers in the 17th century. It's best known for its proximity to sandy beaches, water sports, and history.
Things to Do in South Portland
There are plenty of things to see and do in South Portland. Some of the top activities include exploring some of Maine's many nearby beaches, with the best in the area being the Spring Point Shoreway where you can find nice walking trails and an excellent view of the Casco Bay. Willard Beach is another top spot that's known for its white sand, long shores, and amenities. It's a great place to kick back and unwind with friends or family.
South Portland offers a variety of boat cruises, water sports, and fishing charters. If you always wanted to try paddle boarding or want to go lobster catching, this is the perfect place to do so. There are also boat tours where visitors can learn about the history of Maine and check out the heritage sites from the water.
Meanwhile, if you want to visit one of the most famous points of South Portland, head to the Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse, where you can visit the historic Fort Pebble. Here you can attend heritage and history tours to find out more about the area and the fort's history.
Best Places to Stay in South Portland
The best area to stay in South Portland is in Ferry Village where all the best bars, cafes, restaurants and clubs are located. There are parks and beaches in this area too, so everything will be right on your doorstep. There's a large selection of vacation rentals including cabins, beach cottages, luxury condos or big houses where you can enjoy a great stay with family or friends.
Best Time to Visit South Portland
Since South Portland is a coastal town the temperature is a little cooler than on the mainland where the ocean wind does not affect the weather. The best time to visit is in July when the weather is the warmest, and there is less rain than during the rest of the year.
The Weather in South Portland
This climate histogram shows you the weather patterns in South Portland. The warmest months in South Portland are June and April, when temperatures reach 94 ˚F. The coolest month is November, when temperatures drop to -2 ˚F. The wettest month in South Portland is January with 8.27 inches of rain, while the driest month is April with 0.42 inches of rain.
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Vacation Rentals in South Portland
Browse vacation rentals from all your favorite providers including Airbnb, Priceline, RedAwning and more at AllTheRooms.com. South Portland has 272 hotels, vacation rentals and other unique places to stay, with prices to suit careful travellers, luxury travelers and everything in between. If you are trying to keep costs down, the lowest priced place to stay in South Portland is just $20 a night. An average accommodation in South Portland costs on average $209 per night.
If you have to have an internet connection during your stay in South Portland, then you can choose from over 164 places to stay that provide WiFi internet. 31 of our accommodations include a breakfast in the price. Fitness addicts can get a workout in during their stay by choosing from 11 accommodations that have gym facilities. Driving to South Portland? Then choose one of the 163 places to stay that comes with a parking spot included. We track 5 accommodations that have a pool or jacuzzi.
Those traveling with a dog, cat or some other animal can stay in one of 51 accommodations that are designated as pet-friendly.
202 of the accommodations in South Portland have been rated by previous guests. They rated 80% as excellent or good. You can instantly book any of 84 places to stay right now.