What You Will Do
Explore the charm, history, and vibrant culture of Portland, Maine with this self-guided walking tour! Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of this picturesque coastal city as you traverse the cobblestone streets of Old Port and downtown. Learn about the city’s long, embattled history as you pass the myriad of shops, bars, and eateries which have put it on the map. And discover secrets only locals know!
After booking, check your email to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. These steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. From there, follow the audio instructions and the route.
Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Begin from 14 Ocean Gateway Pier, Portland, ME 04101, USA. After booking the tour, search your emails and texts for "audio tour". Your tour is VALID FOR ONE YEAR so follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.
1
United States Custom House
10 minutes
Explore the charm, history, and vibrant culture of Portland, Maine, with this self-guided walking tour! Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of Portland as you traverse the historical cobblestone streets of Old Port.
Note: This 3+mile-long tour covers the essentials of Portland in 1-2 hours.
Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
2
Victoria Mansion
10 minutes
It was the labor of love of Ruggles Sylvester Morse, a wealthy New Orleans-based hotel owner. He hired a top architect to turn this into his summer home in 1860.
3
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Sculpture
10 minutes
Dedicated to the American poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.
4
Portland Museum of Art
10 minutes
It’s one of the oldest art institutions in the country, founded in 1882. While the museum grew significantly over the years, space, storage, and administrative problems plagued it.
5
Maine Historical Society and the Wadsworth-Longfellow House
10 minutes
Longfellow lived and wrote some of his most famous works here, including his first poem at thirteen.
6
Monument Square
10 minutes
That statue in the center of the square is Our Lady of Victories, inspired by the Greek goddess of wisdom and war, Minerva.
7
Portland City Hall
10 minutes
The present Renaissance Revival structure was completed in 1912. But it replaces another city hall which succumbed to fire in 1908.
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