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Downtown Bath, Maine and The City of Ships Walking Tour

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Maine, USA
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1 hour 30 minutes (Approx.)
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Overview

History Awaits! This fun and fascinating tour focuses on the past 400+ years of the historic and quaint downtown of Bath, Maine, the fifth largest port in America during its 19th century heyday. Learn Bath's story by walking among the charming period buildings, hearing unique stories, and uncovering hidden gems. Led by an educator, this perfectly paced, small group tour is designed for those who love history and offers something for everyone, including lots of laughs. You will leave with a new appreciation for Bath, local and American history, plus tips and recommendations for other local attractions in Midcoast Maine! 

What's Included

  • Attention to the safety and comfort of each participant
  • Guided, small group tour
  • Recommendations on how to enjoy the rest of your visit to the area
  • Sunscreen, water

Meeting Location

Meeting point

61 Commercial St, Bath, ME 04530, USA

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Come at least 5 minutes early; look for your guide in the middle of the park, adjacent to the river; she will be wearing a green backpack and carrying a clipboard.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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What To Expect

Patten Free Library

19th century Revival Romaneque library containing historic artifacts.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Maine's First Ship

A replica of the Virginia, a pinnace built by the 1607 Popham colonists - the first recorded British shipbuilding.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bath

A historic, charming, vibrant city with an intact 19th century downtown. A center of shipping and wooden shipbuilding in its 1850s hey dey.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Winter Street Center

A masterpiece of gothic New England church architecture, built in 1843.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Maine Maritime Museum (Pass By)

This experience is the perfect complement to a visit to Maine Maritime Museum, which is about 1 mile from downtown Bath.
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Old Customs House

Grand and imposing 19th century Custom House, built in the 1850s to serve the 5th largest port in the United States: Bath, Maine.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bath City Hall

Classical architecture with a soaring bell tower (and Paul Revere bell), overseeing the city of Bath from the corner of Front and Center.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kennebec River

This experience starts on the shores of the Kennebec River, the second largest river in Maine, and a global center of wooden shipbuilding in the 19th century.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Linwood E Temple Waterfront Park

A beautiful, tree filled park with expansive views of the Kennebec River, plenty of shade and places to sit.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operated by a business

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-310290P3

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