A Walk Through Time Tour in Portland
Overview
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.
What's Included
- Snacks 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%.
Meeting Location
94 Commercial Street
Portland, ME 04101, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Commercial Street
Portland, ME, USA
The last stop on the tour is the Standard Baking Company.
What To Expect
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Lobsterman Park
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Old Port
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Market Street (pass by)
Congress Street (pass by)
The Wadsworth-Longfellow House (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Please use a parking garage or lot NOT parking meters
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-122009P6
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