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Portland Explorer: Cultural/Historical & 3 Lighthouses Tour
Historic Portland Head Light
Portland, Maine Lighthouse Tour -2 hour Land Tour
Hear all about the working waterfront from a local lobsterman on our tours!
Fort Gorges... view from Portland. All tours remain on land!

Portland Explorer: Cultural/Historical & 3 Lighthouses Tour

By Portland Explorer Tourism
9.8 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is $79 per adult
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Overview

Skip the city and head straight to the coast on this dedicated lighthouse tour of Maine’s best lighthouses. Explore three iconic beacons that have guided sailors for centuries, each offering a chance to delve into their rich history. While most lighthouses aren’t open for tours, you’ll still get up-close views and plenty of opportunities to admire their stunning architecture and scenic surroundings. As you navigate through Portland’s picturesque coastline, you’ll be surrounded by breathtaking views that are as storied as they are beautiful. This focused, relaxed tour is the perfect way to connect with maritime past while soaking in the charm of Maine’s coastal landscape.

Activity location

  • Portland Head Light
    • 1000 Shore Rd,
    • 04107-1916, Cape Elizabeth, Maine, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Portland Beer Hub
    • 320 Fore Street
    • 04101, Portland, Maine, United States

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Lighthouse Tour
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 3:30pm
Price details
$79.00 x 1 Adult$79.00
Total
Price is $79.00

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water
  • What's includedWhat's includedAir-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's includedMobile device charging
  • What's includedWhat's includedUmbrella to use if needed
  • What's includedWhat's includedVisits to three historic lighthouses
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGratuity not included

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Tour pick up is approximately 10 minutes walking from cruise ship terminal, less than 1/2 mile.
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended to enjoy the full experience at the lighthouse!
  • This tour is fully on land. We will be driving in a high-end van.

Activity itinerary

Commercial Street (Pass by)
Whether this is your first visit or you've lived in Portland, you’ll explore the Greater Portland area from a new perspective. Come explore Commercial street, located on one of North America's last working waterfronts. Here you will see the cobblestone streets, 19th century fishing wharf's housing commercial lobstermen and other fisheries. Commercial street is located in the Old Port district and offers numerous boutiques, restaurants and bars for locals and visitors to enjoy. This tour is fully on land. We will be driving in a 12 passenger Ford Transit.
Portland Head Light
  • 40m
Walk around Fort Williams Park home to Portland Head Light! One of the most photographed lighthouses in the world! With cliff walks, memorials, and breath taking views, you will be able to take photos, visit the Lighthouse museum/giftshop "May-September" and also snag a bite/treat at a few of the parks food trucks, lobster Rolls, chowder, gelato, whoopie pies!
Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse
  • 10m
Spring Point Ledge Light we will park and stop for 10 minutes. Here your guide will breakdown the importance of this lighthouse which is situated out on a 900 ft. granite breakwater, early 1800's military instalments in the area, and scenic views of our coastal islands of Casco Bay! Please ask your guide for pictures taken during this stop.
Bug Light Park
  • 15m
Here at Portland Breakwater Light, known as "Bug Light" to locals, you will be given 20 min to visit one of Maine's smallest lighthouses still in commission. With beautiful Greek Corinthian Columns this lighthouse is situated on a much shorter/safer breakwater where you'll be able to walk out and enjoy amazing views of Portland's waterfront!

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESPortland Head Light
    • 1000 Shore Rd,
    • 04107-1916, Cape Elizabeth, Maine, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEPortland Beer Hub
    • 320 Fore Street
    • 04101, Portland, Maine, United States

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