Portland Small-Group City and History Tour
Make your own way to a central location in Portland 15 minutes before your chosen departure time to begin your bust tour of the city. Led by a true local, this sightseeing tour covers Portland and its three lighthouses. Starting on historic Commercial Street, see Portland's landmarks and hidden gems, such as the United States Custom House, Fort Allen Park, and the Eastern Promenade Trail, adorned with Victorian-era homes and the iconic Portland Observatory. Explore the Eastern Cemetery's legends and the vibrant downtown on Congress Street and venture to Fort Williams Park to marvel at Portland Head Light, the most photographed lighthouse in the country, alongside Fort Preble and Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse. Capture Bug Light Park's panoramic views and discover the Liberty Ship Memorial before glimpsing Portland Breakwater Light. The tour concludes with a ride through Old Port, the bustling downtown and waterfront district.
Highlights
- ✓Get off-the-beaten-path on a guided tour of the real Portland, Maine
- ✓A historian and librarian guide leads the way
- ✓Travel in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle
- ✓Visit three picturesque lighthouses
What you'll see & do
- ✓We start at historic Commercial Street, the heart of Portland's working waterfront. See original cobblestone and brick that was laid in the 1850s.
- ✓See one of the most beautiful granite buildings in all of Portland.
- ✓We'll drive through Fort Allen Park and get a majestic view of Casco Bay and its Calendar Islands. Also get up close views of memorials from the Civil War, Spanish American War, and WWII located in the park.
- ✓You'll see the Victorian era homes once owned by sea captains and merchants that line the Eastern Promenade, as well as Eastern Promenade Park which offers endless views of Casco Bay, islands, and forts.
- ✓We'll get a great view of the only remaining maritime signal tower in the U.S.
- ✓Hear about the legends and lore regarding the oldest cemetery in Portland, first established in 1668.
- ✓One of the busiest streets in all of Maine, we'll see Portland's eclectic downtown, Monument Square, and arts district.
- ✓The neo-Gothic architecture of this cathedral built in 1869 dominates the skyline of Portland.
- ✓This church is the oldest in Portland, and you'll learn about its rich history.
- ✓See the home where Henry Wadsworth-Longfellow grew up and wrote his early poetry.
- ✓We'll tour the center of downtown Portland, and its highly acclaimed Arts District.
- ✓See one of the finest art museums in New England, and learn about its exhibits.
- ✓See the statue of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, born in Portland in 1807.
- ✓Get an up close view of the Victoria Mansion, the finest example in the country of a 19th century Italianate brownstone.
- ✓We enter one of the most beautiful parks in the state, Fort Williams Park, and drive to Portland Head Light (located in the park) where you will be let off to explore.
- ✓This iconic lighthouse located within Fort Williams Park is the most photographed lighthouse in the country. Walk right up to the lighthouse, explore Fort Williams Park, and take in the views of Maine's rugged, rocky coastline.
- ✓Get an up close view of Fort Preble (one of the oldest forts in Casco Bay) and learn about its storied history.
- ✓Get out for a photo of Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse, and its 900 foot long breakwater connecting it to the shore.
- ✓Enjoy panoramic views of the Portland skyline from this beautiful park that sits directly across the bay from Portland.
- ✓Get an up close view of the Liberty Ship Memorial, and learn about the thousands of shipbuilders who worked here during WWII.
- ✓Get a photo of Portland Breakwater Light (affectionately called "Bug Light" because of its small size).
- ✓Get an up close view of this statue dedicated to one of the most distinguished movie directors in history, and learn about his connections to his hometown of Portland.
- ✓See the center of the bustling downtown/waterfront district known as the Old Port. Learn the history of this vibrant area of Portland that is home to countless eclectic shops, businesses, and world class restaurants and bars.
What's included
- ✓Knowledgeable, entertaining guide with 20 years experience giving tours of his hometown of Portland.
- ✓In-vehicle air conditioning
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The tour is in Portland, MAINE. Unfortunately no pets/animals of any kind can be accommodated on board.
The tour does not pickup/drop off at hotels, and it does not pickup/drop off at the cruise ship terminal. Everyone has to be at the tour starting point ready to board at least 10-15 minutes prior to the scheduled tour time.
Wheelchairs, walkers, and luggage do not fit in the van.
This is not a private tour. The tour vehicle is a 13 passenger, high roof Ford Transit van. The tour often sells out, so you will be riding with a total of 13 people in the van.
Please double check the month, day, and time of your booking to make sure it is accurate, as some folks make mistakes when booking online and choose the wrong date.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Portland Small-Group City and History Tour
Make your own way to a central location in Portland 15 minutes before your chosen departure time to begin your bust tour of the city. Led by a true local, this sightseeing tour covers Portland and its three lighthouses. Starting on historic Commercial Street, see Portland's landmarks and hidden gems, such as the United States Custom House, Fort Allen Park, and the Eastern Promenade Trail, adorned with Victorian-era homes and the iconic Portland Observatory. Explore the Eastern Cemetery's legends and the vibrant downtown on Congress Street and venture to Fort Williams Park to marvel at Portland Head Light, the most photographed lighthouse in the country, alongside Fort Preble and Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse. Capture Bug Light Park's panoramic views and discover the Liberty Ship Memorial before glimpsing Portland Breakwater Light. The tour concludes with a ride through Old Port, the bustling downtown and waterfront district.
Highlights
- ✓Get off-the-beaten-path on a guided tour of the real Portland, Maine
- ✓A historian and librarian guide leads the way
- ✓Travel in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle
- ✓Visit three picturesque lighthouses
What you'll see & do
- ✓We start at historic Commercial Street, the heart of Portland's working waterfront. See original cobblestone and brick that was laid in the 1850s.
- ✓See one of the most beautiful granite buildings in all of Portland.
- ✓We'll drive through Fort Allen Park and get a majestic view of Casco Bay and its Calendar Islands. Also get up close views of memorials from the Civil War, Spanish American War, and WWII located in the park.
- ✓You'll see the Victorian era homes once owned by sea captains and merchants that line the Eastern Promenade, as well as Eastern Promenade Park which offers endless views of Casco Bay, islands, and forts.
- ✓We'll get a great view of the only remaining maritime signal tower in the U.S.
- ✓Hear about the legends and lore regarding the oldest cemetery in Portland, first established in 1668.
- ✓One of the busiest streets in all of Maine, we'll see Portland's eclectic downtown, Monument Square, and arts district.
- ✓The neo-Gothic architecture of this cathedral built in 1869 dominates the skyline of Portland.
- ✓This church is the oldest in Portland, and you'll learn about its rich history.
- ✓See the home where Henry Wadsworth-Longfellow grew up and wrote his early poetry.
- ✓We'll tour the center of downtown Portland, and its highly acclaimed Arts District.
- ✓See one of the finest art museums in New England, and learn about its exhibits.
- ✓See the statue of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, born in Portland in 1807.
- ✓Get an up close view of the Victoria Mansion, the finest example in the country of a 19th century Italianate brownstone.
- ✓We enter one of the most beautiful parks in the state, Fort Williams Park, and drive to Portland Head Light (located in the park) where you will be let off to explore.
- ✓This iconic lighthouse located within Fort Williams Park is the most photographed lighthouse in the country. Walk right up to the lighthouse, explore Fort Williams Park, and take in the views of Maine's rugged, rocky coastline.
- ✓Get an up close view of Fort Preble (one of the oldest forts in Casco Bay) and learn about its storied history.
- ✓Get out for a photo of Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse, and its 900 foot long breakwater connecting it to the shore.
- ✓Enjoy panoramic views of the Portland skyline from this beautiful park that sits directly across the bay from Portland.
- ✓Get an up close view of the Liberty Ship Memorial, and learn about the thousands of shipbuilders who worked here during WWII.
- ✓Get a photo of Portland Breakwater Light (affectionately called "Bug Light" because of its small size).
- ✓Get an up close view of this statue dedicated to one of the most distinguished movie directors in history, and learn about his connections to his hometown of Portland.
- ✓See the center of the bustling downtown/waterfront district known as the Old Port. Learn the history of this vibrant area of Portland that is home to countless eclectic shops, businesses, and world class restaurants and bars.
What's included
- ✓Knowledgeable, entertaining guide with 20 years experience giving tours of his hometown of Portland.
- ✓In-vehicle air conditioning
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The tour is in Portland, MAINE. Unfortunately no pets/animals of any kind can be accommodated on board.
The tour does not pickup/drop off at hotels, and it does not pickup/drop off at the cruise ship terminal. Everyone has to be at the tour starting point ready to board at least 10-15 minutes prior to the scheduled tour time.
Wheelchairs, walkers, and luggage do not fit in the van.
This is not a private tour. The tour vehicle is a 13 passenger, high roof Ford Transit van. The tour often sells out, so you will be riding with a total of 13 people in the van.
Please double check the month, day, and time of your booking to make sure it is accurate, as some folks make mistakes when booking online and choose the wrong date.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.