Portland Explorer | Maine History, Culture, & 3 Lighthouses Tour

4.9

based on 951 reviews

| Portland, Maine, United States

Reviews Summary

Highly recommended, scenic, fascinating, and super-comfortable. The tour provides a great overview of Portland and its lighthouses, making it a perfect start to any visit.

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Features

Free Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Instant ticket delivery

Mobile Ticket

Pickup available

Duration

2 hours

Wheelchair accessible

Audio guide

Live guide

Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Mobile device charging
Umbrella to use if needed
Visits to three historic lighthouses

Gratuity not included

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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.
Family Owned and Operated
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 12 passenger Ford Transit.

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...

Duration 2 Hours
Group Tour
Max 13 people in the group

1
Fore Street
Whether you're visiting for the first time or have called Portland home for years, this tour offers a fresh and engaging way to explore the Greater Portland area.

Ride in comfort aboard one of our Ford Transit passenger vans, as we journey through the heart of the city and its...
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
2
Portland Head Light
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...
- Duration 30 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required

Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse

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...

Duration 10 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

Bug Light Park

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...

Duration 15 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

Commercial Street

As we finish our tour, we drive through Commercial Street, you'll get a glimpse of one of North America’s last working waterfronts. This iconic stretch in Portland’s Old Port district features cobblestone streets, 19th-century fishing wharves, and bustling piers still used by lobstermen and local fisheries. You’ll also see a...