Just 90 minutes from Boston, Portland, Maine delivers world-class food, coastal charm, and a thriving sports scene

The world’s biggest soccer tournament may have brought you to Boston, but an authentic Maine getaway is waiting just 90 minutes up the coast in Portland — a walkable, coastal escape with plenty to see and do. Best of all, the Amtrak Downeaster runs multiple daily round- trip routes directly from Boston, meaning you get all the scenery with no car, no parking, and zero stress.

When you get to Portland, you’ll discover the perfect balance of rugged scenery and urban energy. Take a coastal bike ride past iconic lighthouses with Summer Feet Cycling. Hop on an island ferry through Casco Bay or join New England Eco Adventures to discover the hidden corners of our coastline.  A trip to Portland is not complete without wandering around the working waterfront and exploring the historic downtown filled with boutiques, galleries, shops, and restaurants.

With your exploration complete, Portland invites you to its table. Our city features more restaurants per capita than almost any other in the U.S. and one of the most concentrated craft brewery scenes in the nation, offering a world-class culinary scene filled with unique and memorable experiences. Indulge in the nationally acclaimed, daily-changing menus at Fore Street Restaurant, find a “hidden oasis” at the Maine Oyster Company raw bar, or head to Thompson’s Point to experience Bissell Brothers — a destination brewery that feels more like a premiere venue than a simple taproom. Coming here shows initiative, and the payoff is an exclusive culinary scene that feels like a well-kept secret.

If you traveled to watch international soccer in Boston, you clearly have a passion for the game — and Portland shares that spirit. Ranked as the #1 Minor League Sports Market in the U.S. by Sports Business Journal, the region offers a full card of live sports to complement your soccer schedule. Catch the Portland Sea Dogs (the Red Sox AA affiliate) and the Portland Hearts of Pine (the Soccer Club of Maine) all summer long. Make plans to come back to check out the Maine Celtics (NBA G League) and the Maine Mariners (ECHL professional ice hockey). Logistics are seamless with the Portland Transportation Center just 10 minutes from the heart of the action, and waterfront hotels like the Canopy by Hilton and AC Hotel offering a sophisticated home base for your New England travels.

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Ready to explore the coast? Plan your day trip or overnight stay at visitportland.com.