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Photos clockwise from top right: Jennifer Kearns, Portland Sea Dogs, John Bald
Within 10 minutes of downtown Port-
land you can glide in a canoe through
a saltwater marsh, swim at a state
beach, bird watch on a nature sanctu-
ary, and kayak to a mid-1800s fort.
Hike a wooded trail through autumn
foliage to discover a hidden waterfall.
Ice-skate in Deering Oaks Park or
cross-country ski alongside the ocean
in winter. Every season of the year
offers its unique pleasures and Maine
is lucky to have seasons that each
delights the senses.
FAMILY FUN
Greater Portland is fun for the whole
family, so don’t leave the kids at
home. They’ll love the hands-on
exhibits at the Children’s Museum
and a ride on an historic streetcar,
steam train, or Model-T at one of the
region’s transportation museums.
Baseball and basketball fans will
find big-league entertainment at
minor-league prices at one of
Portland’s home-team games. From
amusement parks to wildlife parks,
agricultural fairs to folk-life festivals,
there are so many things to entertain
active kids of all ages.
AUTHENTIC ALLURE
It’s all right here: great dining and
shopping, hopping nightlife, outdoor
recreation, historical and cultural
attractions, and stunning natural
beauty. Its small scale, accessible
waterfront, fine architecture, and
creative vibe have propelled Portland
to the top of many national lists of
best places to vacation. But you won’t
have to give up the quintessential
Maine coast to enjoy all that Greater
Portland has to offer — islands,
lighthouses, beaches, and surf
crashing on the rocky shore are all
in proximity of Portland’s vibrant,
historic downtown. Portland, Maine
Authentic – By Nature.