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Portland's Historic Walking Tour, A Daily Walk Through Time.
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Overview
2 hour history Tour
Experience the beauty and complex history of Portland, Maine on our Walk Through Time tour. One of our knowledgeable guides will bring over 300 years of Maine’s maritime, industrial, and cultural history alive for you. You’ll walk wharves with the salt air in your face as you explore our famous working waterfront in action. You’ll see lobstermen, historic fish markets, and, hopefully, a seal or two. In Portland’s Old Port, we’ll talk architecture, and discover every angle you can lay a red brick on our beautiful, unique, and varied stock of gorgeous Victorian era buildings. We’ll see City Hall and its golden Phoenix and talk about how Portland rose from the ashes of one of the greatest fires in American history to become the 4th biggest port city in North America at the turn of the 20th century.
Famous poets have lived here. Major railroads began operation here. There is Civil War history to be discovered, and Portland’s unique role in the American Revolutionary War. The temperance movement, women’s suffrage, and the abolition of slavery all have deep roots in our city. Expect historic buildings, iconic statues, cannonballs, and an exploration of the Portland Freedom Trail. We’ll also cover the subjects of lobsters, restaurants, donuts, potatoes, famous Hollywood directors, and bubble gum. In our beautiful city, hidden histories abound, something to pique your interest around every corner.
And to keep up with Portland’s reputation status as a foodie destination (Bon Appetite’s Restaurant city of the year 2017), our guide will treat you to a sweet treat at the end of tour from one of our James Beard nominated bakeries.
We Had a Great Time!
When you have a great time remember to tip your hard-working guide.
Picture Perfect
Your guide will be taking photos throughout the tour that we use for our social media and marketing. If you'd like copies of these pics, please let your guide know and they can provide them to you by email or air drop at the end of the tour.
FAQ
Q: Is this tour handicap accessible?
A: Due to Portland's dedication to historic preservation this tour is not fully handicap accessible for wheelchairs or walkers.
Q: Where should I park?
A: We recommend a parking garage or lot. The least expensive parking is approx. a 10-15 minute walk from the meeting point for this tour. The closest garage is the Custom House Square parking garage at 25 Pearl Street for $5.00/hour.
Q: May I bring my dog?
A: Well behaved pups are welcome to join the tour if we are given notice, Please note in your booking if you're bringing your fur baby with you
Q: What is your policy on canceling tours?
A: Tours run rain, snow and shine.
- With tour Insurance: To cancel your tour tickets you must purchase our tour insurance for $5.99 per ticket. This allows you to cancel your tickets for any reason up to 24 hours prior to the start time of the tour and receive a refund for the cost of the tickets minus the booking fee and insurance.
- Without tour Insurance: If you do not purchase the tour insurance you have up to 24 hours prior to the start time of the tour to cancel and receive a gift certificate for future use.
- Within 24 Hours: We don't extend refunds or gift certificates within 24 hours of the start time of the tour.
Meeting And Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Meeting point
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Additional Info
Thank you for joining us on a A Walk Through Time!
Meeting Location:
**The tour starts inside at Andy's Old Port Pub located at 94 Commercial Street, Portland, ME 04101.
Wear comfortable, walking shoes and bring layers as Maine weather is changeable
Hey Drivers!
We highly recommend making use of a parking garage or lot as metered parking is only up to two hours and not enough time to enjoy your tour.
We recommend a parking garage or lot. A few nearby include the Hub Furniture lot on Fore Street, Casco Bay LInes garage on Commercial Street and he Ocean Gateway lot located at the East end of Commercial Street. The closest garage is the Custom House Square parking garage at 25 Pearl Street for an estimated $5.00/hour. (This may change.)
Free Parking Shuttle: https://www.portlandmaine.gov/1410/Island-Parking?fbclid=IwAR0JbrgXfIddpifmXp9PEWhYaEqT_firV7WMIAdPBseY8JtuX9S5Q3IR8tw
How else to be prepared
Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated.
Gratuity is not included in your ticket price and appreciated when you have a great time! The hospitality and tourism industry standard is 15-20%
Please plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to be checked in.
Note: June - October and any holiday weekends are always bustling in Portland. Give yourself plenty of extra time to arrive, whether you're walking or driving, the day of your tour.
If unforeseen circumstances have you running late, the best way to reach us is by phone at 207-233-7485 ext. 1. We'll do our best to connect you to meet up with the group.
We look forward to meeting you soon!
Cancellation Policy
ALL tickets without tour insurance are non-refundable and tours run rain, snow or shine. Tour insurance must be purchased during initial ticket sales and may not be added after the fact.
