Canonical page: /p/united-states/portland-me/
Collected: 2026-10-18
JSON: /p/united-states/portland-me/index.json

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United States

# Portland ME

[About the port](/p/united-states/portland-me/)[Timetable](/p/united-states/portland-me/timetable/2026-10/)

Getting ashore Ocean Gateway or Maine State Pier

Into town Walk to the Old Port

Best starting point Old Port

Currency [US dollar - USD](https://www.xe.com/currencyconverter/?Amount=1&From=USD)

![Ocean Gateway cruise terminal on the Portland, Maine waterfront.](/port-photos/portland-me-360.jpg?v=3640928360d0)

## Getting ashore

Ships dock at the [Ocean Gateway](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Ocean+Gateway+Portland+Maine+cruise) terminal in Portland. The walk from the ship to the exit is short. The Old Port is a short walk or taxi away.

## Watch-outs

The waterfront can be cool and windy. The first taxi queue may be for longer trips. Walk further for a short ride into the Old Port. Cobbles are uneven. Agree the fare before you leave.

## Getting into Portland

The Old Port is about 1 km from the terminal. A taxi is about $8-12. Walking is possible along the waterfront. On the way back, name the Ocean Gateway cruise terminal.

## Taxis & ride apps

Taxis and Uber/Lyft wait outside the terminal. A short ride into the Old Port is about $8-12. Agree the price or check the app before you leave. The rank is at the exit.

## What to do nearby

The Old Port has shops, restaurants, and the waterfront. The lighthouse is a short ride. Many people walk into the center.

## Going further

Further sights take longer. Book a return in advance. Most passengers stay in the Old Port or take a short taxi.

## Food & shopping

The Old Port has restaurants and shops. Cards are widely accepted. Prices are about standard US tourist rates.

## Opening times & connectivity

Shops open around 10. Mobile signal is good. Some spots offer free Wi-Fi. Use the currency link for US dollars.

## Accessibility & mobility

Ships berth at Ocean Gateway or Maine State Pier. Confirm specific pier on arrival.

Plan your call

## Who's in port?

137 calls in the collected schedule.

[View timetable](/p/united-states/portland-me/timetable/2026-10/)

## Maps & transport

- [Ocean Gateway Terminal on Google MapsCruise terminal ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Ocean+Gateway+Terminal+Portland+ME)

- [Portland waterfrontCity of Portland ↗](https://www.portlandmaine.gov/waterfront)

## Useful links

- [Convert US dollars to your currencyDaily reference rates ↗](https://www.xe.com/currencyconverter/?Amount=1&From=USD)

- [City of PortlandOfficial city site ↗](https://www.portlandmaine.gov/)

- [Visit PortlandTourist board ↗](https://www.visitportland.com/)

- [Cruise Portland MaineCruise information ↗](https://www.cruiseportlandmaine.com/)