This 50-minute sightseeing tour is a fun and unique way to discover Portland, Maine. Board a Vintage Fire Engine and travel back in time as your knowledgeable guide helps relive Portland’s colorful history from a local’s perspective. See lighthouses, Civil War forts, city parks and buildings, interesting stories and a multimedia experience packed with historic images of Maine. This is one family-friendly tour you should not miss out on!
Spellbinding space films, laser shows, science lectures, and exhibits
Players explore the city via an adventure combining the fun of a scavenger hunt with the information of a self-guided tour
Annual memberships grant access to special events and tours of a carriage museum with displays from the 18th century through the 1920s
Visitors can admire artifacts such as cars, motorcycles, trophies, helmets, engines and vintage racing attire, as well as visit the library
Augmented Reality Game users can play detectives in their neighborhood using a real-world map on their smartphones
Participants get the opportunity embark on a unique sightseeing adventure to watch whales in their natural habitat
FAA-approved helicopter flight instructors; aspiring aviators pilot a Robinson helicopter for 30 minutes while an HD video camera records
Local businesses like this one promote thriving, distinctive communities by offering a rich array of goods and services to locals like you
Performing silly tasks and hunting for checkpoints around the city, digital walking tour brings adventure and family-friendly fun
Players set out on scavenger hunt walking tour challenge through city answering questions and performing family-friendly tasks
Get a glimpse into the exciting world of aviation with this Introductory lesson.
- Watch the gorgeous scenery of Maine's Acadia National Park pass by your window on a guided bus tour - Stretch your legs at three different stops: Wander around Cadillac Mountain, Thunder Hole, and either Jordan Pond House or the Wild Gardens - Hear stories of the park's history and natural landmarks from a local guide with plenty of insider knowledge to share - Sit back and relax as you travel on board a comfortable and spacious bus with a professional driver at the wheel
- Wander through this enormous building where galactic images are projected onto the dome ceiling for stunning views - Watch the ceiling light up with stars for an authentic feeling of being outdoors on a clear summer night - Listen to a pro guide narrating the tour for a better grasp of the stars and their intricate workings
Adventure in to the beautiful Maine wilderness on one of our brand new off-road machines! Experience amazing views, wildlife and have fun!
Learn about Maine's most famous crustacean and the men and women who make their living from trap to table. Stroll along Portland's vital working waterfront , view lobster boats often unloading their catch and visit Old Port and waterfront district destinations for a progressive, iconic Maine lunch.
- This walking tour is appx. 1 - 1.5 miles visiting local favorites with plenty of food, and food for thought - lots of time for Q/A.
- There's always a whole lobster roll, a New England clam or seafood chowder, local craft beer (or soda) plus a whoopie pie or other Maine sweet, and a surprise seafood taste or two along the way. This is our most “classic heritage” Maine experience with a bit of modern flare.
Picturesque seaplane tour to Bosebuck Mountain Camps, Grant's Kennebago Camps or Tim Pond Camps for a delicious dinner. Along your route of flight, your pilot will point out points of interest and wildlife. Keep your eyes out for Moose!
Maine sunsets are best appreciated from the water aboard the romantic Appledore II! This tall ship is limited to 49 passengers for an intimate sailing experience. She is a modern windjammer with luxurious accommodations and plenty of seating. The wide decks allow you to walk around with ease and take in all of the gorgeous sunset views.
Discover Portland Maine and the shores of Casco Bay by bicycle! Join us for the 5 lighthouse bicycle tour of Portland, Maine featuring the Maine coast, lighthouses, and Portland’s history. We have made some modifications to the 5 Lighthouse tour in response to COVID-19. We have modified the tour to allow us not to have guests in our vehicles. As a result of this change, guests will begin biking from the Ocean Gateway and return to the Ocean Gateway by bicycle. Groups will generally see only 4 lighthouses (Bug Light, Spring Point, Portland Head Light and Ram Island Ledge). Lunch will be provided by we will source all food from vendors.
The Sea Princess offers a variety of professionally narrated trips daily out of Northeast Harbor. We cruise in calm and protected waters to ensure a comfortable trip for everyone. Cruise the Acadia area and discover the natural beauty of the National Park, with views of lighthouses, Somes Sound Fjord, mountains, cliffs, and more!
Fully customizable, interactive and engaging! You get to pick your favorite animals to help you Zooprize all your guests!
Take a break from the city and shop 'til you drop with this private day trip from Boston to the Kittery Premium Outlets! 60 miles from downtown Boston, this outdoor shopping center features all of the dining, shopping, and name brands you could want in one location. Enjoy roundtrip transportation for your entire party so you can enjoy every minute of the day.
Enjoy a private cruise of the Saco River on the Ruby Belle. You and your guests will enjoy a quiet boat ride on the Saco River up to the dam in downtown Saco, then back down to the mouth of the Saco River in Camp Ellis. Weather and time permitting, we can venture down the length of the jetty and out into Saco Bay.
Cruisers will need to keep an eye out for snowy egrets, bald eagles, blue heron, and leaping sturgeon in the river. There is no shortage of things to see!
Capacity: 4 Passengers. A small child may be allowable as a fifth passenger.
Interactive mobile-based games and activities include solving puzzles, trivia, riddles, silly games, and taking photos while having drinks
Explore Acadia National Park's beautiful foliage and stunning vistas with a self-guided audio tour! Nestled away in the remote, unspoiled nature of Bar Harbor, Maine, Acadia is best known for its vibrant fall colors, which span the color spectrum from radiant yellows to deep reds. This self-guided driving allows you to explore Acadia’s wonders with maximum flexibility and value. You can also use the tour for most of the park shuttle’s Loop #4.
Due to poor signal in the park, be sure to enable OFFLINE MODE while driving.
Purchase one tour per car, not per person.
Within 30 min, we'll send you two things: a password & an app. Download the app, enter password & download tour. When you arrive, go to the Hulls Cove Visitor Center to start the tour. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
No expiration — the tour is available from the minute you book until forever!
This is not an entrance ticket. Check COVID rules & opening hours before your visit.
Splash and play with the dolphins during in-water experiences that can include getting a wet smooch or an unforgettable swim
We offer rentals of electric pedal assist bicycles that can be ridden inside Acadia National Park. These ebikes provide comfortable riding with battery assist to help get through the tough and hilly sections with ease.
This self-guided GPS audio walk brings you through one of the most beautiful vistas in Portland, Maine. It starts with a spectacular overlook of Portland Harbor, Casco Bay and the islands, and continues down by the waterfront to East End Beach.
Along the way, you’ll hear stories from a local about what it was like growing up on Munjoy Hill and having access to the Eastern Prom. As you cross the railroad tracks, you’ll hear from the engineers that keep the historic steam engines running. Included are tips on what birds to look out for depending on the time of year.
Put on a pair of headphones and start the tour by downloading the app. The audio plays automatically at exactly the right place using your smartphone’s GPS.
This self-guided tour is narrated by Dianne Ballon - a sound artist, sound designer and an avid bird watcher. She invites you to discover through sight and sound the Eastern Promenade — a place she returns to in all seasons.
Digital family-friendly scavenger hunt game sends teams through city competing to find items, complete challenges with help of remote guide
Welcome to my hometown! Hop aboard for an authentic 90 minute sightseeing tour of Portland and 3 lighthouses with an experienced guide who is a real local, born and raised in Portland, ME.
Get an insider’s look at the current happenings and rich history of my hometown. We’ll go where other tours go, and then I'll take you places other tours don't - you'll see hidden gems and learn little known facts about Portland and the great state of Maine that only a real local knows!
As a college librarian I'm always researching the hidden history of Portland, while at the same time keeping on top of what's new in town and visiting as many local establishments that I can. I take pride in representing this city, and providing an informative and entertaining tour, delivered with a true Mainer's sense of humor.
This is The Real Portland Tour!
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