Commercial Street
Commercial Street
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Historic street at the edge of the working waterfront area of Portland.
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DannyWasserman
Virginia Beach, VA4,241 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Stunning views of the Waterfront plastered with family shopping, seafood restaurants, and tugboats/ferries/sailboats/fishing boats. Its a mile and a half of fun in the sun with lots to do. Ps, the seafood is really good too.
Written 10 September 2023
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Vanessa W
Cary, NC375 contributions
May 2023
Great historic area where so much trade is done like old school. Old alleyways and cobblestones. You can watch Lobster being unloaded in the wooden baskets. Nice views of smaller boats and tug boats. areas to eat or drink and take in the action.
Written 10 June 2023
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NHjo
Saco, ME8,436 contributions
Mar 2023
Commercial Street is great any time of year, although it can get really crowded with tourists in the peak summer months. There's so much to see and do -- restaurants, cafes, bars, shops, historic architecture, tours, ferries, etc. We went to the annual St. Patrick's Day parade that runs along Commercial Street (see photos).
Written 12 March 2023
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travelinsis
Simi Valley56 contributions
Sep 2022
Prior posts indicated a free parking lot just behind the City Hall. We circled all over and never found it. Finally parked in a commercial lot and paid almost $50. While on the trolley tour, our guide pointed to a lot near the visitor center and said it was $15 for all day! Wish we had known that!
This rest of Portland was great. The trolley tour was really fun but hard to take pictures. We only saw 2 homeless people and they didn't bother anyone.
This rest of Portland was great. The trolley tour was really fun but hard to take pictures. We only saw 2 homeless people and they didn't bother anyone.
Written 27 September 2022
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fiamma11
Vienna, VA4,906 contributions
Jun 2022
This is a lovely street with terrific shops and restaurants, plus a very nice view to boot. Glad we checked it out.
Written 19 September 2022
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John W
Louisville, KY18 contributions
Aug 2022
Lots of shopping, resturants, and small businesses. On the waters edge. Good for people and boat watching
Written 6 September 2022
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Traveler1959-123
Starkville, MS855 contributions
Sep 2022
This is what a street should be. Wonderful mix of shops, restaurants, and pubs that has appeal for anyone at any age.
Written 2 September 2022
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NJTravler01
New Jersey94 contributions
Aug 2022
Nice buildings and views but I was shocked at how many homeless people I saw. I was in portland 5 years ago and I did not see this. What a sad situation. I hope the city of Portland addresses this sad situation before it impacts tourism. I know I don't plan to return. I was not at all comfortable with what I saw on the street while I walked with my kids.
Written 29 August 2022
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Celine H
10 contributions
Aug 2022
So many historical sitel, stores for shopping, restaurants and bars. So much to do for any age. Truly an enjoyable day.
Written 18 August 2022
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kqtravel
Boston, MA11 contributions
Aug 2022
Commercial street has many many restuarants, bars, stores and many wharfs. There is something for everyone. Has the Casco Bay ferries and whale watching and so much more.
Written 13 August 2022
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Hgtravl
Marlton, NJ1,651 contributions
Is this the street with the most shopping stores in Portland? Could you spend a full day shopping?
DaisyDiva07
St. Petersburg, FL260 contributions
Loved Exchange Street for unique, selective stores. It's perpendicular to Fore Street which parallels and is above Commercial.
Denverrez
Denver, CO207 contributions
Where do the locals go for a good seafood dinner in Portland and when you have company from out of town, where is the one place yu would take them, asked the 60 year old couple coming through on a cruise.
eybeth
Conroe, TX85 contributions
Portland lobster company is a good outdoor place with music on weekend at nights. It can take a while to get your food though if it is busy. You order first and pay for food and then you tell the hostess so she can place you on a waiting list.
Jen P
Lynchburg, VA1 contribution
Possibly going the second week of October, what are some fun things to do? I’ve never been north of Boston, Mass!
chimayred
Durham, NH2,376 contributions
Jen, I lived in the next town from Portland for over 20 years and I would be happy to offer some suggestions. let me know your age, are you traveling with family friends or alone, and some of your interests. Portland is a great city to live in or visit. The restaurant scene is second to none.
travel97Alabama
Alabama20 contributions
What’s open in late April on commercial street?
antym2u
Denver, CO39 contributions
Everything.
Brenda L
Palo, IA
What is the best place in portland to get fresh lobster?
CherylandBrett
Simpsonville, SC558 contributions
Any of the local places along the waterfront have great lobster. DiMillio's is our favorite.
Jonanh51
Tampa, FL3 contributions
I'm visiting the middle of March, is there anything open at that time of year?
Chuck52310
New Haven628 contributions
Yes, everything will be open. Except for some beaches/resorts, Maine never closes!
Betsy H
Swansea, IL14 contributions
Do you remember which store had those 9.99 shirts? Thanks!
Vetskidog
Murfreesboro, TN2,142 contributions
I think it was called Blue Lobster. It is on commercial street right across the street from the tour ticket booth. It is on the corner. They had a pretty good selection as well as some $6.00 t-shirts. Good luck.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Commercial Street
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Commercial Street:
- The Real Portland Tour: City and 3 Lighthouses Historical Tour with a Real Local (From ₹ 5,168.39)
- Donut Tasting Walking Tour in Portland’s Old Port (From ₹ 3,959.65)
- Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour (From ₹ 1,249.58)
- Self-Guided Driving & Walking Bundle of Portland Maine Tours (From ₹ 1,416.31)
- Self-Guided Driving & Walking Bundle of Maine Tours (From ₹ 3,333.61)
- Hotels near Commercial Street:
- (0.12 km) Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
- (0.18 km) Hyatt Place Portland - Old Port
- (0.22 km) Portland Harbor Hotel
- (0.09 km) “Henry” Penthouse Suite: Amazing Views, Waterfront, in the heart of the Old Port
- (0.15 km) “Percival” Penthouse Suite: Breathtaking Views, Cupola, Walk to Restaurants
- Restaurants near Commercial Street:
- (0.03 km) Portland Lobster Co
- (0.04 km) The Holy Donut
- (0.05 km) Bill's Pizza
- (0.05 km) Maine Squeeze Juice Cafe
- (0.15 km) Gorgeous Gelato, Portland
- Attractions near Commercial Street:
- (0.01 km) Portland Discovery Land & Sea Tours
- (0.01 km) Lucky Catch Cruises
- (0.01 km) Odyssey Whale Watching
- (0.02 km) The Blue Lobster
- (0.02 km) The Scenic Route Maine Tours