A Walk Through Time Tour in Portland
Curious about Portland's history with railroads, fires, wars, famous poets and Hollywood producers? Join us for a Walk Through Time! This tour begins on Commercial Street and continues for 2 hours through the historic Old Port, downtown and waterfront areas, sharing highlights of Portland's history since 1632.
Some of the locations we may feature on your tour include; the lobster statue, the home of Henry Wadsworth-Longfellow and his place of worship, the Eastern Cemetery, the Abyssinian Church, the U.S. Customs House and more.
***Tour duration is two "ish" hours, based on guest engagement and pace of the group. Planning on 2.5 hours for arriving early to check-in and make it back to your vehicle post tour is recommended.
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A Walk Through Time Tour in Portland
What's included in A Walk Through Time Tour in Portland
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Lobsterman Park
View the statue and engage in a brief discussion of the importance of the lobster industry in Maine.
Old Port
Some of the locations that we may feature on the tour include the lobster statue, the home of Henry-Wadsworth-Longfellow & his place of worship, the Eastern Cemetary, the U.S. Custom House and more...
Market StreetPass-by Only
Your guide will show you this street where farmers brought their goods before supermarkets.
Inclusions
- You will be treated to a sweet treat at the end of the tour.
- Two hour - closer to two and a quarter duration
- Your tip to your guide is not included. The suggested gratuity is 20%.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please use a parking garage or lot NOT parking meters
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Your guide will meet you inside the hidden door at 94 Commercial Street, Andy's Old Port Pub.