Portland Maine, United States

Cruise Port

Portland Maine

Most populous city in Maine, United States.

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Overview

Portland Maine is a cruise port in United States. It lies on the coast at approximately 43.647, -70.172.

About Portland Maine

Portland is the most populous city in the U.S. state of Maine. Its population was 68,408 at the 2020 census and the Greater Portland metropolitan area has a population of approximately 550,000 people, the most populous metropolitan area in Maine. It is the county seat of Cumberland County. Historically tied to commercial shipping, the marine economy, and light industry, Portland’s economy in the 21st century relies mostly on the service sector. The Port of Portland is the second-largest tonnage seaport in the New England area as of 2019.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Portland Maine — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Portland Maine

Portland twighlight
Portland twighlight
TheOldPort
TheOldPort
Portland Observatory, Portland,Maine
Portland Observatory, Portland,Maine
Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument (Portland, Maine)
Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument (Portland, Maine)

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 26°C in Jul and coolest around 1°C in Jan (average daytime highs).

Jan
1°
-7°
Feb
2°
-8°
Mar
7°
-3°
Apr
12°
3°
May
18°
8°
Jun
23°
14°
Jul
26°
17°
Aug
25°
17°
Sep
22°
14°
Oct
17°
9°
Nov
9°
1°
Dec
5°
-3°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Portland Maine the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Portland Maine, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →