Best 83 things to do in Portland, ME

Ride an amphibious duck boat through Portland streets and into Casco Bay

Tour Portland by vintage fire engine on a 50-minute narrated ride

Haul lobster traps on Casco Bay and see lighthouses in 80–90 minutes

Watch Maine's colorful sky from a lobster boat while passing lighthouses and Portland's scenic coastline.

Handle lobsters and help reset traps in Casco Bay

Paddle to Fort Gorges and explore ashore with a Maine-licensed guide

Island-hop by sea kayak in Casco Bay with a beach break

Paddle Casco Bay at sunset with a relaxed, beginner-friendly guided tour

Reserve camping and paddling gear rentals with limited availability

Rent a kayak or SUP at East End Beach for an easy 1-hour waterfront paddle

Sail longer and see more of Saco Bay on a half-day trip

Sail into the evening with a small-group sunset cruise

Private lobstering and scenic cruise for up to 6 on Saco Bay

Book a private 6-hour powerboat cruise for up to 6 in Casco Bay

Sail Maine’s coast in a small group of 6 or fewer

Reserve a private sail for up to 6 on the Saco River and Saco Bay

Private lobstering cruise for up to 6 on a 27-foot boat

Cruise Casco Bay by powerboat with a max of 6 guests

Sail for 4 hours at sunset with room to spread out

Work lobster traps and cruise Saco Bay at sunset on a private boat for up to 6

Take a private Maine sunset cruise for up to 6 guests

Private sailing lesson for up to 6 with a customized focus

Fish Maine’s inshore waters on a private 4-hour charter

Fish offshore from the Saco River on a private 5-hour charter