Overview
This tour is for the Lighthouse Lovers!!! Unfortunately in Maine, we cannot go into the lighthouses, except 1 day in the year. This tour is visiting the lighthouse grounds with epic photo stops!!
Whether this is your first visit or you've lived in Portland for years, you’ll explore the Greater Portland area from a new perspective.
Travel through downtown Portland with a local lobsterman and hear about the working waterfront, commercial fishing industry and more!
Next, visit 3 lighthouses and spend about 40 minutes walking around and taking pictures at historic Portland Head Light. 2 more photo stops are included on the tour at Spring Point Head Light and Bug Light.
Transportation provided in a temperature controlled 12 passenger Ford Transit. Your guide provides tips for dining and activities during your stay in Portland, Maine.
Call us directly for information on booking a custom or charter service tour!
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Bottled water
In-vehicle air conditioning
Mobile device charging
Umbrella to use if needed
TV display with photos and video of tour stops and history of Portland's Old Port/Waterfront
Gratuity not included
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
5-10 minute walk from the cruise ship terminal. On the corner of Pearl and Fore Street. Between Portland Beer Hub and United States Custom House Building. Driver will be parked next to the custom house in a navy blue ford transit and will arrive 15 min before departure.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Commercial Street
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.
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Portland Head Light
40 min
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!
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Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse
10 min
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.
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Bug Light Park
15 min
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!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/New York).
Additional Information
- This tour is fully on land. We will be driving in a 12 passenger Ford Transit.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
FAQs about Portland Explorer: City/Cultural/Historical & 3 Lighthouses Tour
Can I cancel Portland Explorer: City/Cultural/Historical & 3 Lighthouses Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours 30 min.
Where does it start?
5-10 minute walk from the cruise ship terminal. On the corner of Pearl and Fore Street. Between Portland Beer Hub and United States Custom House Building.
What's included?
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Mobile device charging
- Umbrella to use if needed
- TV display with photos and video of tour stops and history of Portland's Old Port/Waterfront
What's not included?
- Gratuity not included
Which places does it visit?
It visits Commercial Street, Portland Head Light, Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse, Bug Light Park.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Operated by Portland Explorer Tourism
