Visitor's Guide 2015

CONTENTS FEATURES 11 AUTHENTIC–BY NATURE Experience sweeping beauty at nearby parks 12 PORTLAND ON TOP Our fabulous region makes many “best of” lists 21 ISLAND HOPPING It’s easy to get away from it all, nearby 23 ARTFUL COLLECTION Maine’s art museums collaborate on 2015 exhibit 27 WINTER’S REWARDS Our seasonal activities will warm you up 29 SOMETHING’S BREWING Experience Maine’s craft beer, wine, and spirits 30 FABULOUS FAMILY OUTINGS Create lasting memories in Maine 41 ON THE TOWN • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Catch the rhythm of Portland’s nightlife VACAT ION PLANNING 04 Area Introduction 09 Visitor Facts 10 Parks & Preserves 15 Activities & Attractions 33 Dining 42 Transportation 45 State Map 46 Regional Maps 50 Events 55 Shopping 63 Services & Relocation 67 Towns of Greater Portland 71 Accommodations 85 Exploring 88 Index of Businesses

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ON THE COVER The serene cool of springtime on Commercial Street evokes the romantic atmosphere of Greater Portland’s Casco Bay Region: Authentic - By Nature. Photo by Corey Templeton

EDITOR: Amy Tolk MEMBERSHIP: Vanessa Pike ADVERTISING: Caleb Mason

PRESIDENT: Lynn Tillotson DESIGN: Robert Witkowski / bCreative

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Clockwise from top: Corey Templeton (3); Tim Greenway

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