Discover the rich history of Portland through a 2-hour walking tour. Explore landmarks, learn about famous figures, and immerse yourself in the city’s fascinating past.
Discover the rich history of Portland through a 2-hour walking tour. Explore landmarks, learn about famous figures, and immerse yourself in the city’s fascinating past.
- Lobsterman Park - Admire the statue and participate in a brief discussion about the significance of the lobster industry in Maine.
- Old Port - Potential tour highlights include the lobster statue, the residence of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and his church, the Eastern Cemetery, the U.S. Custom House, and more.
- Market Street - The guide…
- Lobsterman Park - Admire the statue and participate in a brief discussion about the significance of the lobster industry in Maine.
- Old Port - Potential tour highlights include the lobster statue, the residence of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and his church, the Eastern Cemetery, the U.S. Custom House, and more.
- Market Street - The guide will introduce this street where farmers historically sold their produce before the advent of supermarkets.
- Congress Street - Visitors will stroll along this street, known as the backbone of the peninsula.
- The Wadsworth-Longfellow House - The guide will lead you here and narrate the history of the Wadsworth residence.
- Portland City Hall - The guide will provide fascinating historical insights here.
- Portland Observatory - Walk to the highest point in Portland.
- Eastern Cemetery - Listen to tales of sea captains while passing by this cemetery.

- Snacks included
- Over two hours of tour duration
- Snacks included
- Over two hours of tour duration
- Your tip to your guide is not included. The suggested gratuity is 20%.
- Your tip to your guide is not included. The suggested gratuity is 20%.
Interested in exploring Portland’s rich history involving railroads, fires, wars, renowned poets, and Hollywood producers? Join the “Walk Through Time” tour! Starting on Commercial Street, this 2-hour journey takes you through the historic Old Port, downtown, and waterfront areas, highlighting Portland’s history since 1632.
Potential stops on the tour…
Interested in exploring Portland’s rich history involving railroads, fires, wars, renowned poets, and Hollywood producers? Join the “Walk Through Time” tour! Starting on Commercial Street, this 2-hour journey takes you through the historic Old Port, downtown, and waterfront areas, highlighting Portland’s history since 1632.
Potential stops on the tour include the lobster statue, the residence of Henry Wadsworth-Longfellow and his church, the Eastern Cemetery, the Abyssinian Church, the U.S. Customs House, among others.
*The tour lasts approximately two hours, depending on guest interaction and group pace. It’s advisable to plan for 2.5 hours to allow time for early check-in and returning to your vehicle after the tour.
- Please use a parking garage or lot NOT parking meters
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.