Old Port Neighborhood Guide
Bricks, Brine, And Stilettos On Wharf St.
🧭Geographically defined by: Portland Harbor and the working piers along Commercial Street to the south, Franklin Street to the east, Congress Street up the hill to the north, and Maple Street to the west
📌Widely recognized as the place for: cobblestones, 19th century architecture, great bars, waterfront happy hours, schooners
👕You'll fit in if: you're white collar, blue collar, or no collar at all. Great for dinner before a show at the Merrill or Cross arena, a movie at the Nickelodeon, or a night out with friends
👍Move here for: the short walk from the gallery, great coffee, and the best oysters you've ever had
👎Be prepared for: parking headaches, cruise ship crowds, and howling sirens
✨The vibe around The Old Port is: salty glam with tourist glitter
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Old Port Neighborhood DNA
foodies of every stripe, finding Maine-made swag, and cobblestone romantics
