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A Walk Through Time Tour in Portland
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A Walk Through Time Tour in Portland
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview
Learn about Portland's history with this walking tour, which will take you through the Old Port, downtown, and waterfront areas. You'll see all sorts of historic attractions, including the home of Hendry Wadsworth-Longfellow, the Eastern Cemetery, and the Abyssinian Church, all with a professional guide on hand to share stories about the city's past.
- Learn about history on a walking tour of Portland
- A local guide will share stories of the city's past
- Snacks will be provided to participants
- Group sizes capped at 20 participants
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What's Included
Two hour - closer to two and a quarter duration
Snacks
Your tip to your guide is not included. The suggested gratuity is 20%.
Departure & Return
320 Fore St , 320 Fore St, Portland, ME 04101, USA
Commercial Street , Commercial St, Portland, ME, USAYour guide will meet you outside in front of the Portland Beer Hub
10:00 AM
The last stop on the tour is the Standard Baking Company.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Please use a parking garage or lot NOT parking meters
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
- OPERATED BY Maine Foodie Tours
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Learn more about cancellations.
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Great way to learn more about Portland!
Flavio_E
, Aug 2022
Great tour
IrwinCohen
, Aug 2022
Introducing Portland….
sallysposato
, Aug 2022
Portland and Ross were a way to spend a day!
Mary_R
, Aug 2022
Our guides love and knowledge of Portland was contagious! Ross was fun and knew so much about everything that we never knew how wonderful his city really was. His recommendations on places to eat were spot on and the cookies at the end of the tour were delicious!
Two Thumbs for Ross
Sue_C
, Jul 2022
Ross was our guide and we couldn’t have asked for better. He was knowledgeable, funny and kind. I had asked Ross a question that he did’t know the answer to and he texted me afterwards to give me an answer!!! The description says the tour goes up to the observatory so I left my husband to continue on without me. Ross directed me to wait at a specific location and meet up with the tour a bit before the end. So thoughtful. What you should know is they have cut the climb up the hill to the observatory out of the tour so I probably could have done it all. We were lucky enough to have a surprise add on. As we approached the Custom House, someone from inside asked Ross if he wanted to bring us in. Such a treat that very few get to enjoy. Highly recommend. Do NOT let the description of climbing the long steep hill to the observatory scare you, it’s an old description.
Great historical walk around downtown Portland
Anurag_C
, Jul 2022
An incredible way to learn the history of Portland , walking along the wharf and old part of Portland was super interesting , visiting the inside of the custom house was a special .. recommendations of restaurants by our guide Ross was helpful .. the walk ended with Ross treating us to a cookie- appreciated this gesture .. being a very hot day was sort of tiring at the end .. but still enjoyed it
Our guide Ross Little was...
Randall_J
, Jul 2022
Our guide Ross Little was amazing. Very knowledgeable and energetic. He knowledge of Portlands history was so informative. He got our group into the interior of the Customs House
Top Notch
Marianne_M
, Jul 2022
Lots of fun
Emily_H
, Jul 2022
Walk through time tour
Ashanthi_M
, Jun 2022
Wonderful!
Penny_T
, Jun 2022
Never a dull moment when walking with Marcia
Trisha_J
, Jun 2022
Our tour of Portland was fun and interesting. Marcia Foote was our guide. She was very knowledgeable and entertaining. You can tell that she really enjoys giving these tours. We highly enjoyed it and would recommend taking this tour if you’re interested in learning a bit of the history of Portland and Maine. She even through in some fun trivia and quirky facts.
The History of Portland
Melanie_N
, Jun 2022
Our tour guide Marcia was so fun and knowledgeable. We had a fun group and I would love to take another tour with her.
We had a wonderful tour,...
Cathy_R
, May 2022
We had a wonderful tour, received a great intro to the history and beauty of Portland. We were able to explore areas the public rarely gets to see. A lovely and informative way to begin our visit to this terrific city.
Response from Host , May 2022
Our tour guide was...
Joseph_M
, Mar 2022
Our guide Ross was...
Elsa_B
, Feb 2022
Our guide Ross was excellent, he made it a very enjoyable walk and had a lot of cool information to share, he was very friendly and made sure everybody was engaged
Great way to explore Portland!
Marian_M
, Jan 2022
It is was an enjoyable experience even in the cold. Our guide was knowledgeable, witty and concerned for our comfort.
We were all glad we took this tour.
An Excellent Touring Experience
Crystal_B
, Dec 2021
We loved to follow our tour guide. She knows Portland history very well, and she told us some exciting stories. She has a very responsible person.
The Customs House was...
MariaJosefina_D
, Dec 2021
Great informative trip with Ross
Sandra_D
, Nov 2021
Ross was like a walking encyclopedia! Very personable. Enjoyed!! Glad we did it at the beginning of our trip we learned so much about where to go and where to eat. Thanks Ross
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