Self-Guided Audio Tour of Portland's Historic Old Port District

Departure Point

• Casco Bay Lines is found on Maine State Pier, near the junction of Fraklin Street and Commercial Street.

Return Details

• Boothby Square is not far from the starting point of the tour. It is found on Fore Street, between Pearl Street and Silver Street.

Duration2 hours - 2 hours and 30 minutesLanguages Available

• Audio guide - English
• Printed guide - English
• Audio guide - Spanish
• Printed guide - Spanish

Points of Interest

Stop At: Mariner's Church Banquet Center368 Fore Street, Portland, ME 04101A narrow, cobblestoned lane in Old Port lined with merchants and history, Moulton Street leads you past buildings once central to Portland’s trade. It’s also one of the stops on the Portland Freedom Trail.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Commercial StreetPortland, MaineLocated on the former site of Portland’s 19th-century marble post office building, this small urban green is now a shady, community gathering spot with a link to local history. Duration: 5 minutesStop At: United States Custom House312 Fore St, Portland, MaineAcross Exchange Street from Post Office Park, Tommy’s Park is a quaint plaza that offers benches under trees and views of mural-covered walls. It’s a calm pause amid the waterfront activity. Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Wharf StreetWharf Street, Portland, ME 04101The ferry terminal where locals and visitors embark and return, giving views of islands, docks, and the sea’s shifting light. It’s both a transit hub and a scenic vantage.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection119 Exchange Street, Portland, ME 04101Nestled at the corner of Fore and Moulton, the Mariner’s Church connects Portland’s maritime heritage with abolitionist history through its proximity to early printshops and meeting houses.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Portland Observatory138 Congress St, , Portland, MaineCommercial Street is a bustling waterfront strip of seafood shacks, boutique shops, and views of working piers. This is where Portland’s fishing past and present meet.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Tommy's Park175 Middle St, Portland, MaineA stately building that once regulated trade and imports, the architecture of the United States Custom House recalls Portland’s deep ties to maritime commerce. It’s a solid landmark of federal presence amidst local hustle.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Boothby Square330 Fore St, Portland, MaineA floating restaurant and docked marina that blends nautical charm with delicious meals overlooking the bay. Here, you’ll find a unique way to dine with both water and history underfoot.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Post Office ParkMiddle Street, Portland, MaineOnce lined with warehouses, Wharf Street now brings you close to the waterfront where you can see the working docks, lobster boats, and taverns that tell the city’s working-shore story.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: DiMillo's Old Port Marina1 Long Wharf, , Portland, MaineA small public square surrounded by historic buildings, offering benches, shade, and glimpses of old Portland architecture with little fanfare.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: The Maine Lobsterman1 Temple Street, Portland, ME 04101This historic meetinghouse on Federal and Pearl Streets has been the site of abolitionist speeches, anti-slavery riots, and Quaker worship for nearly two centuries. Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Casco Bay Lines56 Commercial Street, Portland, ME 04101An iconic waterfront restaurant and pub serving up fresh lobster rolls and seafood with views of working wharves. The Maine Lobsterman is a local flavor with a seafaring atmosphere.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Moulton StreetMoulton Street, Portland, ME 04101Housed in a former newspaper printing facility, this boutique Press Hotel blends history, craftsmanship, and design. It’s also a good anchor point for exploring nearby Old Port streets.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Friends Meeting House75 Pearl Street, Portland, ME 04101Built in 1807, the octagonal tower of the Portland Observatory served as a maritime signal post, where watchmen helped ships entering Casco Bay avoid danger. The elevated deck now offers panoramic harbor views. Duration: Not Available

Additional Information

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Inclusions

• Flexible Usage (unlimited access)
• Audio Guide
• App and Tour Download

Exclusions

• Smartphone (bring your own)

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