Free & Cheap Things to Do in Portland, ME

  • The list below includes 199 free or cheap things to do in or near Portland, Maine, including 87 different types of inexpensive activities like Sports Facilities/Fields, Breweries, History Museums and Hiking Trails.
  • From Casco Bay to Commercial Street, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Portland and in nearby cities within 25 miles like South Portland, Brunswick, Scarborough and Kennebunkport.
  • The list below includes 199 free or cheap things to do in or near Portland, Maine, including 87 different types of inexpensive activities like Sports Facilities/Fields, Breweries, History Museums and Hiking Trails.
  • From Casco Bay to Commercial Street, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Portland and in nearby cities within 25 miles like South Portland, Brunswick, Scarborough and Kennebunkport.
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Callaghan Music 18 Amherst Street, Portland, ME MoreLess Info
Guitarists of all skill levels are taught by a professional musician in a private environment
1.8 Miles
33% 3 votes
Parks 98 Hinckley Drive, South Portland, ME 4106 MoreLess Info
Spanning ten acres, Mill Creek Park offers a variety of amenities. The scenic park has rose gardens, a fountain, and a gazebo that can be reserved for special events. The park hosts holiday events, ice skating in season, and concerts.
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Parks 172-226 Ocean Street, South Portland, ME 4106 MoreLess Info
Located in between three bodies of water, Millcreek Park offers visitors scenic views of its pond, brook, and river. The pond is home to ducks, and features a nearby gazebo and walking path.
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73% 22 votes
Bowling 725 Broadway, South Portland, ME 04106 MoreLess Info
Offering digital bowling, Easy Day is a bowling alley that offers live entertainment from local musicians and sports games playing on their TVs. The concession stand serves an extended menu with salad, pizza, and beer.
2.2 Miles
91% 80 votes
Islands Falmouth, ME MoreLess Info
Mackworth Island, accessible via a causeway, comprises of a rocky shoreline complete with a walkway where visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the bay.
2.2 Miles
100% 10 votes
Hiking Trails Mackworth Island, Andrews Avenue, Falmouth, ME 04105 MoreLess Info
A beautiful and scenic locale, Mackworth Island Trail allows for great hiking and relaxing strolls. Picturesque, it offers great views of Casco Bay and Portland, along with the opportunity for bird watching and simply enjoying nature.
2.8 Miles
90% 10 votes
Military Museums 50 Peary Terr, South Portland, ME MoreLess Info
Honoring those from Maine who have served in the military is the mission of the Maine Military Museum. The museum's exhibits recognize service from the Revolutionary War through the present through artifacts and displays.
2.9 Miles
87% 30 votes
Kayaking 70 Luther Street, Peaks Island, ME MoreLess Info
Committed to sharing their passion for paddling, the Maine Island Kayak Company offers guided tours and trips along Casco Bay. Paddlers looking to advance in the sport can also take classes from the company's experienced and trained coaches.
2.9 Miles
100% 11 votes
Art Gallery 15 Epps Street, Peaks Island, ME 04108 MoreLess Info
Located on Peaks Island, the Richard Boyd Art Gallery hosts a collection of fine art that represents a wide range of artistic styles. The majority of the gallery's collection represents Maine area artists.
2.9 Miles
86% 43 votes
Specialty Museums 62-B Island Avenue, Peaks Island, ME MoreLess Info
Characterized by a tongue-in-cheek attitude and sense of humor, the Umbrella Cover Museum is 'dedicated to the appreciation of the mundane in everyday life.' It features a collection of 730 umbrella covers, the largest such collection in the world.
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Horseback Riding 35 Ocean House Road, Cape Elizabeth, ME 4107 MoreLess Info
A stable residing on 8.5 acres, Walnut Hill Equestrian Center provides lessons, training, and boarding, and offers access to riding trails. The facility welcomes all disciplines and specializes in Equitation, Dressage and Hunters/Jumpers.
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