Higgins Beach, ME
Scarborough
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Popular places to visit
Scarborough Beach State Park
People flock to this state park for its beach offering great saltwater swimming conditions and its inland grounds with many scenic pathways.
Ferry Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ferry Beach during your trip to Scarborough? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Western Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Western Beach during your trip to Scarborough? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Cliff Walk
Follow in the footsteps of famed artist Winslow Homer as you stroll along one of Portland’s most scenic coastline walking paths.
Beech Ridge Motor Speedway
Catch an event at Beech Ridge Motor Speedway during your trip to Scarborough. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.
Winslow Homer's Studio
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Winslow Homer's Studio during your travels in Scarborough. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour
Downtown Portland: Coastal Vibe and Old Mansions with In-Add Audio Tour
Portland Smartphone Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Portland Golden Adventure Puzzle Quest and Tour
Portland Maine App-Based Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle
Maine: Portland Smartphone-Based Walking Audio Tour
Higgins Beach Hotel Deals
The Westin Portland Harborview
I chose this hotel specifically because it was advertised as pet-friendly, as I was traveling with my well-trained dog. While the location was convenient and the room itself was comfortable, the experience was soured by the lack of transparency regarding the pet policy. When I booked, the additional ...
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
Staff was friendly!!
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
Portland Harbor Hotel
Wonderful staff!
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
We only stayed for a night but we had a wonderful stay at this hotel, and what truly made the experience stand out was the exceptional staff, Richard. When we asked him for a lunch recommendation, he suggested a fantastic local spot! His knowledge of the area and willingness to go the extra mile ...
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
Clean and great location.
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
Hyatt Place Portland Downtown - Old Port Square
The property is perfectly situated for a day and night of walking downtown Portland. The valet parking was easy, but a bit congested at times and the valet staff were super helpful even after misplacing our ticket. The staff were all friendly and informative. Our floor housekeeper Rebecca was the ...
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Higgins Beach
Prouts Neck
While visiting Prouts Neck, you might make a stop by sights like Scarborough Beach State Park and Prouts Neck.
Pine Point
Travelers enjoy Pine Point for its beaches and gardens. Consider checking out Pine Point Beach while you're in the area.
Grand Beach
Though Grand Beach might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Grand Beach and Pine Point Beach.
Blue Point
When in Blue Point, you can plan a visit to Pine Point Beach and Grand Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Dunstan
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Dunstan and surrounding area, you can visit Aquaboggan Water Park and Dunegrass Golf Club.
