Old Port

Old Port

The Old Port (sometimes known as the Old Port Exchange) is a district of Portland, Maine, known for its cobblestone streets, 19th century brick buildings and fishing piers. The district is filled with boutiques, restaurants and bars.

The Old Port transformed in the 1970s when real estate developers purchased derelict buildings and refurbished them into apartments, condos, offices and retail space.

During that same decade, the Old Port Association formed and helped halt the city's demolition of historic buildings and lobbied for street scape improvements.

Location

Portland, Cumberland County
Maine, USA

Getting There

Here's how to get there by public transportation:

Take the METRO bus: The METRO bus system in Portland has several routes that stop near the Old Port, including the #1, #3, #5, and #9. Check the METRO website for schedules and route maps.

Take the Amtrak Downeaster train: The Downeaster train runs between Boston and Brunswick, Maine, with stops in Portland. From the Portland Transportation Center, you can take a short taxi or Uber ride to the Old Port.

Use the Greater Portland Metro Bus: You can use the Greater Portland Metro Bus system to get to the Old Port, particularly on the METRO Pulse Route. Check their website for schedules and maps.

Bike: Portland has a bike-share program called BIKEME that allows you to rent a bike for a short period and return it to any of the many bike racks throughout the city, including those in the Old Port area.

Walk: Depending on where you are staying in Portland, it may be possible to walk to the Old Port. Many hotels and Airbnb rentals in the downtown area are within walking distance.

Nearby Airports

This is a list of primary airports in Maine that have scheduled passenger service on commercial airlines.