Acadia Mainland Coast Private Driving Tour
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Your tourguide will pick you up from your hotel and we will travel Route 1 South to the Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory Tower, the tallest bridge observatory in the world! On the same site, high on the banks of the Penobscot River, is Maine's fully intact Fort Knox. The historic Cadillac granite fort is open for your exploration. We'll bring flashlights for the dark spaces! It's an amazing place for kids of all ages! From here we can continue south on Route 1 to Belfast, Maine. Free from the crowds of Bar Harbor, this historic fishing port has a unique life all it's own. Go to mainstreetmaine.org/belfast for more info on the belfast waterfront. The wharf walk and walking bridge, restaurants, shops, and more, right there on the Belfast waterfront. On the way are multiple choices for other stops including an old quarry, an island beach trail, Fort Point Lighthouse, Searsport Maritime Museum, and more! This trip can start earlier or later, and end when you want (up to 9 hours).
Duration4 hours - 9 hoursLanguages Available
- Human tour guide - English
- Human tour guide - Italian
Points of Interest
Stop At: Fort Knox Historic Site740 Fort Knox Rd, Prospect, MaineTallest bridge observatory tower in the world. 360 degree panoramas of the surrounding areas!Duration: 45 minutesStop At: Fort Point LightFort Point Road, , Stockton Springs, MaineFort Knox was established in 1844 to protect the Penobscot River Valley against a possible future British naval incursion. Come explore the fort and discover this treasure of Maine and United States history. The Fort Knox Historic Site features one of the best-preserved examples of coastal defense fortifications constructed in the mid-1800s. It is America's first fort named after Major General Henry Knox. Duration: 45 minutesStop At: SearsportSearsport, MaineHistoric lighthouse on site of historic fort and oceanfront state park.Duration: 45 minutesStop At: FrankfortFrankfort, MaineSee the widow walks of the historic sea captains' Victorian homes of seaside Searsport. Visit the Maritime Museum, check out the unique Main Street shops, or explore the coast.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: CastineCastine, MaineOne of the best kept secrets on the coast! Visit Belfast's fully accessible waterfront with it's unique shops, restaurants, pier, and amazing walking bridge!Duration: 1 hourStop At: BelfastBelfast, MaineIf you want to take a side adventure to an amazing old quarry in the Maine countryside, just up the Penobscot River is the Mt. Waldo Quarry. Follow the old quarry road (steep, wide path, no climbing, but a steep ascent.) up the mountain for 1 mile, and discover a piece of Maine's past left behind on top of Mt. Waldo. Follow the loop trail all the way around the quarry for some awesome photo opportunities. Enjoy the incredible views, and an unforgettable experience! Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutesStop At: Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory740 Fort Knox Rd, Prospect, MaineHistoric coastal village. Home of Maine Maritime Academy.Duration: Not AvailableAdditional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A fun, friendly, flexible local tour guide.
- Plenty of time to stop for lunch or as you wish. Plenty of restaurants or lovely picnic spots too.
- Admission to Penobscot Narrows Bridge Observatory Tower and Fort Knox State Historic Site
Your tourguide will pick you up from your hotel and we will travel Route 1 South to the Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory Tower, the tallest bridge observatory in the world! On the same site, high on the banks of the Penobscot River, is Maine's fully intact Fort Knox. The historic Cadillac granite fort is open for your exploration. We'll bring flashlights for the dark spaces! It's an amazing place for kids of all ages! From here we can continue south on Route 1 to Belfast, Maine. Free from the crowds of Bar Harbor, this historic fishing port has a unique life all it's own. Go to mainstreetmaine.org/belfast for more info on the belfast waterfront. The wharf walk and walking bridge, restaurants, shops, and more, right there on the Belfast waterfront. On the way are multiple choices for other stops including an old quarry, an island beach trail, Fort Point Lighthouse, Searsport Maritime Museum, and more! This trip can start earlier or later, and end when you want (up to 9 hours).
Duration4 hours - 9 hoursLanguages Available
- Human tour guide - English
- Human tour guide - Italian
Points of Interest
Stop At: Fort Knox Historic Site740 Fort Knox Rd, Prospect, MaineTallest bridge observatory tower in the world. 360 degree panoramas of the surrounding areas!Duration: 45 minutesStop At: Fort Point LightFort Point Road, , Stockton Springs, MaineFort Knox was established in 1844 to protect the Penobscot River Valley against a possible future British naval incursion. Come explore the fort and discover this treasure of Maine and United States history. The Fort Knox Historic Site features one of the best-preserved examples of coastal defense fortifications constructed in the mid-1800s. It is America's first fort named after Major General Henry Knox. Duration: 45 minutesStop At: SearsportSearsport, MaineHistoric lighthouse on site of historic fort and oceanfront state park.Duration: 45 minutesStop At: FrankfortFrankfort, MaineSee the widow walks of the historic sea captains' Victorian homes of seaside Searsport. Visit the Maritime Museum, check out the unique Main Street shops, or explore the coast.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: CastineCastine, MaineOne of the best kept secrets on the coast! Visit Belfast's fully accessible waterfront with it's unique shops, restaurants, pier, and amazing walking bridge!Duration: 1 hourStop At: BelfastBelfast, MaineIf you want to take a side adventure to an amazing old quarry in the Maine countryside, just up the Penobscot River is the Mt. Waldo Quarry. Follow the old quarry road (steep, wide path, no climbing, but a steep ascent.) up the mountain for 1 mile, and discover a piece of Maine's past left behind on top of Mt. Waldo. Follow the loop trail all the way around the quarry for some awesome photo opportunities. Enjoy the incredible views, and an unforgettable experience! Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutesStop At: Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory740 Fort Knox Rd, Prospect, MaineHistoric coastal village. Home of Maine Maritime Academy.Duration: Not AvailableAdditional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A fun, friendly, flexible local tour guide.
- Plenty of time to stop for lunch or as you wish. Plenty of restaurants or lovely picnic spots too.
- Admission to Penobscot Narrows Bridge Observatory Tower and Fort Knox State Historic Site
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