Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse

Portland, Maine is a destination that combines historic charm with modern amenities, offering visitors a rich and varied experience. Whether you’re strolling through the Old Port, savoring fresh seafood, or exploring the scenic coastline, there is something here for everyone and Portland promises a memorable visit. This guide provides dining, hotel, and activity recommendations from myself as a local who's lived here for 10 years. Whether you’re a history buff, a foodie, an outdoor enthusiast, or someone looking to relax by the sea, Portland has something to offer. Don't forget to save this guide to your Thatch library for later! I'll continue to update periodically, especially as I continue to try more of the best restaurants in town!

Seeing all of the lighthouses we could find was the focus of this trip, but we found so much more along the way. Flying into Boston, Massachusetts we made our way along the coast all the way to Portland, Maine. We stayed five nights and six days exploring all of the nooks and crannies we encountered. Lighthouses were definitely found and loved, but excitedly so was a fort built in the 1600's, a local bar with ties to a tragedy as well as part of a movie, a fabulously, politically incorrect tour, and even stayed in a witch's house. You will find all of these in this guide and so much more. Lighthouses, restaurants, tours, and oh my gosh, the best donuts you will find anywhere. This was an incredibly fun trip. I also include many of the photos I took at each place.

This guide is for a weekend getaway in Portland, Maine during winter time. It includes recommendations for hotels, restaurants, and locations to visit in Portland. A car is necessary for this itinerary. Bring a camera to photograph the lighthouses!