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  1. Sep 19, 2023 · Downtown Portland. 1. Old Port District and Waterfront. Old Port District. The Old Port District in Portland, Maine, is steeped in history, offering a glimpse into the city's storied past. Originally a bustling seaport in the 19th century, the area was the economic engine of Portland, facilitating trade and fishing.

  2. Visit the Portland Head Light, which dates back to 1791, and is the oldest lighthouse still in continuous use in the U.S. The great poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow is the city's native son, and you can visit his childhood home, the Wadsworth-Longfellow House. With kids in hand, enjoy the highly interactive Children's Museum of Maine.

  3. For a gourmet version, head to Cape Whoopies, a bakery/café in South Portland where a glassed-walled viewing area lets you watch a rainbow of flavors — red velvet, peanut butter and chocolate, and dark chocolate and strawberry — being packed into soft-mounded cookies. 6. Portland Farmers’ Market.

  4. 5 days ago · Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront. $$. Truly reflective of Portland’s new direction, Canopy boasts modern comfort and style while being directly across from the city’s working waterfront ...

  5. Maine Day Ventures: Portland Old Port Culinary Walking Tour. United States, Portland, 320 Fore St, Portland. A food tour that spotlights the ever-changing group of eateries and breweries that put ...

  6. See also: Rail travel in the United States. 6 Portland Transportation Center, 100 Thompson's Point Road. Located 2 mi (3.2 km) west of downtown. (updated Oct 2023) Amtrak, ☏ +1 215-856-7924, toll-free: +1-800-872-7245. Operates train service around the United States of America. (updated Mar 2022) Route stopping at Portland:

  7. Apr 5, 2024 · Colonial landmarks in Portland include the childhood home (1785) of the poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Tate House (1755).The Portland Head Light (1791), one of the oldest lighthouses in the United States, is located in nearby Cape Elizabeth.The renovated Old Port Exchange area along Portland’s waterfront is now the site of trendy shops and restaurants.

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