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CONVENTION + VISITORS BUREAU /

ALCOHOL POLICY:

Maine has a very tough alcohol policy.

Persons must be 21 years old to buy or consume liquor. Identification is

often requested. Hours of legal service are 6 am to 1 am. OUI laws are

strictly enforced.

STATE VISITOR INFORMATION:

888-624-6345

FIND US:

Additional Travel & Tourism references listed on pg. 66.

INFO CENTERS

Regional Visitor Information Centers. Call or visit our website

for directions and hours of operation:

visitportland.com

OCEAN GATEWAY:

14 Ocean Gateway Pier, Portland

207-772-5800 (visitors) 207-772-4994 (business office)

PORTLAND INTERNATIONAL JETPORT:

1001 Westbrook St, Portland 207-756-8312

PORTLAND TRANSPORTATION CENTER:

100 Thompson Point Rd, Portland, Brochure Rack

THE MAINE MALL:

364 Maine Mall Rd, South Portland, Brochure Rack

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FACTS

POPULATION:

With a population of 234,000, the Greater

Portland area is home to almost one quarter of Maine’s total population.

The population of the city of Portland is 66,300.

CLIMATE:

The sea tempers Portland’s climate, giving the coast

milder winters and cool summer breezes. For detailed weather history and

forecasts when planning your trip, visit a National Weather Service site.

WARDROBE:

During the summer, lightweight clothes are

advisable. But don’t forget your favorite sweater for evenings and for

cool ocean breezes. In autumn a heavy sweater is usually sufficient.

For winter months pack a parka and boots to keep warm. Dress is

usually casual throughout the city.

PARKING:

Mon-Sat 9 am – 6 pm. $1 per hour at most meters. New

parking pay kiosks accept credit cards and coins and dispense tickets

that can be used at all metered spots in the city and moved with your

car if you change parking spots. Prices at parking lots and garages

vary from $5 - $15 per day. Portland Winter Parking Info: 207-879-0300

AREA CODE:

The area code for the entire state of Maine is (207).

PETS:

Many hotels warmly welcome your vacationing pets;

refer to grids on pages 77 - 87 for pet friendly accommodations.

SMOKING POLICY:

Maine’s smoke-free laws ensure that

all indoor settings, open to the public, are smoke-free including restau-

rants, bars, movie theaters, and malls. Common areas in state parks and

historic sites are also smoke-free, and include beaches, picnic shelters,

snack bars, and restrooms. In Portland all city-owned parks, play-

grounds, athletic fields, trails, beaches, and open spaces are smoke-free.

Throwing tobacco litter on the ground is prohibited and results in a

$100 fine. smokefree.portlandmaine.gov