Portland Maine Weekend on a Budget

If you're watching your budget but still want a great getaway, Portland Maine is the city for you! There are dozens of inexpensive lodging, dining, and entertainment options just waiting to be explored.

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites South Portland
The Holiday Inn Express offers reasonable rates near to all of Portland's amenities. Take advantage of their free hot breakfasts and save a bundle on meal expenses!
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Amato's Italian Sandwich Shops
No visit to the Portland area is complete without a trip to Amato's Italian Sandwich shop! Ask for a loaded ham Italian (extra pickles, please!), pile them in a paper bag with some salt-n-vinegar potato chips, grab a bottle of Moxie, and have yourself a finger-lickin' picnic!
Ask for a loaded ham Italian (extra pickles, please!), pile them in a paper bag with some salt-n-vinegar potato chips, grab a bottle of Moxie, and have yourself a finger-lickin' picnic!
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Lighthouse
Spend a leisurely afternoon exploring the grounds of the Portland Head Light and Fort Williams Park. Parking and admission to the park are free!
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Old Orchard Beach Pier
Head on town to Old Orchard Beach (just a fifteen minute drive from Portland). Wander along the sand and dip your toes in the ocean. Explore the (in)famous Pier and load up on Pier Fries and Dough Boys. Watch the antics of the kids as they tear around Palace Playland, or drop a few dimes in the arcade and beat the high score!
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Eastern Promenade Park
Jog, bike, or stroll along the pedestrian pathway that winds along 2.1 miles of waterfront along Casco Bay. Sit atop Munjoy Hill and watch the sailing schools meandering among the ruins of Fort Allen and Fort Gorges. The East End Beach offers public restrooms and changing facilities.
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Duckfat
Duckfat has the best fries in the business! And meatloaf. And BLT's. If you're looking for inexpensive, delicious food, this place is a sure bet. More
Duckfat has the best fries in the business! And meatloaf. And BLT's. If you're looking for inexpensive, delicious food, this place is a sure bet.
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