The Real Portland Tour: City and 3 Lighthouses Historical Tour with a Real Local

Departure Point

• Please arrive at 96 Commercial Street (in front of the Casco Variety Store) at least 10-15 min before your tour time. The tour departs from the tour bus parking spot next to the US Customs House, which is located directly across the street from the Casco Variety Store.

Return Details

• Please arrive at 96 Commercial Street (in front of the Casco Variety Store) at least 10-15 min before your tour time. The tour departs from the tour bus parking spot next to the US Customs House, which is located directly across the street from the Casco Variety Store.

Duration1 hour and 45 minutesLanguages Available

• Human tour guide - English

Points of Interest

Stop At: Commercial StreetPortland, MaineWe start at historic Commercial Street, the heart of Portland's working waterfront. See original cobblestone and brick that was laid in the 1850s.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: United States Custom House312 Fore St, Portland, MaineSee one of the most beautiful granite buildings in all of Portland.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Fort Allen ParkWe'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.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Portland Observatory138 Congress St, , Portland, MaineYou'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. Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Eastern Cemetery224 Congress St, Mountfort St., Portland, MaineWe'll get a great view of the only remaining maritime signal tower in the U.S.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Congress StreetPortland, MaineHear about the legends and lore regarding the oldest cemetery in Portland, first established in 1668. Duration: Not AvailableStop At: The Cathedral Of The Immaculate Conception307 Congress St, Portland, MaineOne of the busiest streets in all of Maine, we'll see Portland's eclectic downtown, Monument Square, and arts district.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: The First Parish Portland Unitarian Universalist425 Congress St, Portland, MaineThe neo-Gothic architecture of this cathedral built in 1869 dominates the skyline of Portland.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: The Wadsworth-Longfellow House489 Congress St, Portland, MaineThis church is the oldest in Portland, and you'll learn about its rich history.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Portland Museum of Art7 Congress Sq, , Portland, MaineSee the home where Henry Wadsworth-Longfellow grew up and wrote his early poetry.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Victoria Mansion109 Danforth Street, , Portland, MaineWe'll tour the center of downtown Portland, and its highly acclaimed Arts District.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Portland Head Light1000 Shore Rd, , Cape Elizabeth, MaineSee one of the finest art museums in New England, and learn about its exhibits.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Fort PrebleSee the statue of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, born in Portland in 1807.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse2 Fort Rd, Southern Maine Community College Campus, South Portland, MaineGet an up close view of the Victoria Mansion, the finest example in the country of a 19th century Italianate brownstone.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Bug Light ParkSouth Portland Greenbelt Pathway, South Portland, MaineWe 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.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Liberty Ship MemorialBug Light Park, 0 Madison St, South Portland, MaineThis 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.Duration: 20 minutesStop At: Portland Breakwater LighthouseBug Light Park, End of Madison Avenue, South Portland, MaineGet an up close view of Fort Preble (one of the oldest forts in Casco Bay) and learn about its storied history.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: John Ford StatueGorhams Corner, Portland, MaineGet out for a photo of Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse, and its 900 foot long breakwater connecting it to the shore. Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Old PortCommercial St, Portland, MaineEnjoy panoramic views of the Portland skyline from this beautiful park that sits directly across the bay from Portland.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Fort Williams Park1000 Shore Rd, Cape Elizabeth, MaineGet an up close view of the Liberty Ship Memorial, and learn about the thousands of shipbuilders who worked here during WWII.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Eastern Promenade TrailPortland, MaineGet a photo of Portland Breakwater Light (affectionately called "Bug Light" because of its small size). Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Arts DistrictCongress Street, , Portland, MaineGet 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.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: One Longfellow Square181 State St, Portland, MaineSee 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.Duration: Not Available

Additional Information

• 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.

Inclusions

• Knowledgeable, entertaining guide with 20 years experience giving tours of his hometown of Portland.

Redemption InstructionsCustomers will receive a full refund with 24 hours notice of cancellation. No refunds are allowed if customers cancel within 24 hours of the tour time. No changes/reschedules are allowed within 24 hours of the tour time. Contact us by phone or email to cancel or inquire about a cancellation. No-shows, or those who are late and miss the tour, will not be rescheduled or refunded and will be charged the full price. If your cruise ship or flight is delayed or cancelled, and you do not provide the required 24 hours notice, you will not be refunded or rescheduled.Unfortunately no pets/animals of any kind can be accommodated on board. No food or alcohol is allowed on board. Please double check the month, day, and time of your booking to make sure it is accurate. Fold-up walkers/wheelchairs do not fit in my van. Please let me know ahead of time if you have a walker or wheelchair. Luggage cannot be stored anywhere. Please do not arrive with luggage, as there is no place to store it. Small handbags/backpacks are fine. Most tours sell out, so you’ll be riding with a total of 13 people. 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.The tour starts next to the US Customs House, which is located across the street from the Casco Variety store, 96 Commercial Street, Portland, ME 04101. Parking can be challenging, so give yourself plenty of time. The closest parking garage is the Custom House Parking Garage located at 25 Pearl St, Portland, ME 04101 (this parking garage is closed on Sundays). On Sundays, the nearest parking garage is the Fore Street Parking Garage located at 427 Fore St, Portland, ME 04101. Some GPS users have been confusing 96 Commercial Street in South Portland as my address. South Portland is a different town. Make sure you are selecting 96 Commercial Street in PORTLAND, ME. Voucher InfoMobile or paper ticket accepted

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