Congress Street
Streets & Squares
Downtown
Local Culture, Culinary Arts, Art, Architecture, History, Shopping
Mobility Obstacles: Extended Walking Required
Busy/High traffic
This is a good place to get: Snacks
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Notes: No public restrooms are available, but coffee shops, cafes, and the public library can be good options in a pinch.
Congress Street
The Heart of Downtown Portland
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Congress St Portland, ME 04101 |
Description
Congress Street anchors a majority of Portland's downtown area. Just a short distance from Portland's Old Port district, Congress Street is the heart of both civic buildings and cultural life. Stretching from the Arts District all the way up to Casco Bay, Congress Street has a number of notable sites along the way. Beginning at the Arts district there are a number of art galleries, museums, and schools such as the Portland Museum of Art and the Maine College of Art. Every first Friday of the month people gather on this area of Congress Street for an arts walk through the various galleries. As you continue up Congress Street you'll find Wadsworth Longfellow's House and Monument Square. Further up is the Portland Observatory and City Hall.
Times & Dates
Open Hours: 24 hrsVisit Time: 1hr-3hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: Free
Exposure
Outdoor with little or no covering.Age Recommendations/Requirements
Ages Admitted: All AgesAges that would most enjoy this site: All Ages
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers
Transportation
Best Modes of Transportation:
Walking
Parking Availability: Yes
Average Price per Hour: $0-$5
Parking Safety: Safe
Notes: Try the Gateway Garage on High St, off of Congress St near the Portland Museum of Art. There are a number of garages on or around Congress Street, but this one is the most centrally located for restaurants and galleries.
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