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Harbor Lights and Sights Cruise: Inner Harbor Exploration with Historic Forts and Lighthouses
4.8
579 Ratings
Portland
Explore the bustling inner harbor, Diamond Pass, and the main shipping channel to get close up views of civil war era forts and as many as 4 lighthouses that guide mariners into Portland Harbor.
Explore the bustling inner harbor, Diamond Pass, and the main shipping channel to get close up views of civil war era forts and as many as 4 lighthouses that guide mariners into Portland Harbor.
Duration:
1 hour, 45 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Portland Head Light - Maine’s oldest lighthouse, commissioned by George Washington. One of the most photographed lighthouses in the county.
- Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse - Historic lighthouse constructed in 1897 that marks the west side of the Portland shipping channel.
- Portland Breakwater Lighthouse - Historic lighthouse constructed…
- Portland Head Light - Maine’s oldest lighthouse, commissioned by George Washington. One of the most photographed lighthouses in the county.
- Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse - Historic lighthouse constructed in 1897 that marks the west side of the Portland shipping channel.
- Portland Breakwater Lighthouse - Historic lighthouse constructed 1855, designed by Thomas Walter, designer of the US Capitol dome and East and West Wings. A smaller lighthouse also known as Bug Light, it features six Corinthian columns around it’s base.
- Fort Gorges - Civil War era fort in Casco Bay located on Hog Island Ledge. Modeled after Fort Sumter in Charleston, South Carolina. Used as a storage facility in WWI & WWII.
- Ram Island Ledge Light - Historic lighthouse on Casco Bay constructed in 1905, a twin of Graves Light off off Boston. Located on a quarter mile of ledge that marks the northern entrance into Portland Harbor.
- Casco Bay Islands - Islands off the coast of Portland including Peaks Island, House Island, Cushing Island, Little and Great Diamond Islands, Diamond Pass and a seal habitat called Halfway Rock.
What's Included
- On-board restrooms
- Bar and snackbar
- On-board restrooms
- Bar and snackbar
Location
170 Commercial St
Commercial Street
The middle window in a blue and white kiosk booth marked Long Wharf.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(579 Ratings)
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Rebeccamac26
Jul 20, 2025
Enjoyable cruise - We really enjoyed our cruise on Casco Bay! The narrator was very knowledgeable and gave lots of interesting facts about the area.
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Linda_m
Jul 19, 2025
Beautiful and... - Beautiful and informative. Nicole was very knowledgeable. Seats are very uncomfortable. Dress appropriately.
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Scenic738478
Jul 19, 2025
The Tour of Casco Bay was Relaxing - The same company that offered the Portland & lighthouse tour offered this option. It was also fun and relaxing. We sailed into Casco Bay past the lighthouse we had visited the day before. It was interesting to see it from the water and land sides. I took tons of photos. The boat is a double decker, with row seating and open air on top and enclosed seating at tables and chairs on the lower deck. We chose the latter.
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Gaye_m
Jul 19, 2025
Daily excursion - This is a very enjoyable experience and educational as well. Went with my disabled husband so we had to stay on the lower level but it was great.
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Frank_s
Jul 17, 2025
Captain was fantastic.... - Captain was fantastic. Very knowledgeable. Crew were all friendly. Cruise was not overbooked. Plenty of room to move about.
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Michael_s
Jul 16, 2025
A Great Afternoon on the Water - We had a picture perfect afternoon on this boat tour. Fresh air, sunshine an informative guide and an experienced crew.
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Cynthia_p
Jul 14, 2025
A must do. - Lots of fun and very interesting. Sights were great and the weather was nice. I would highly recommend this tour.
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Jill_f
Jul 14, 2025
Very informative boat tour - Nice boat tour with very knowledgeable Captain. Only advice would be to look around for parking before you arrive as public paid parking lots vary by price.
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Jimmy_r
Jul 13, 2025
Our guide was amazing. He... - Our guide was amazing. He was very knowledgeable, funny, and offered us so much detail and history. He is very good at what he does.
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Triciawi5060tb
Jul 12, 2025
Good Way to See Lighthouses - Choice of outdoor (upstairs) or inside views. Hard to hear narrator when people inside were talking. Got cold and windy, so people came inside. Great views of lighthouses and islands. Can bring food on board. Able to purchase snacks and drinks onboard.
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