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Portland Discovery Land & Sea Tours
Portland Discovery Land & Sea Tours specializes in narrated sightseeing tours of Portland and Casco Bay. Our open-air trolleys and classic boats provide the perfect way to see the best of Portland, Maine by both land and sea! In addition to a regular schedule of cruises and city tours from May to October, we also offer private charters on both the trolleys and the boats.
- Address P.O. Box 68 Portland, Maine 04112
- Phone (207) 774-0808
- Website www.portlanddiscovery.com
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Portland Discovery offers you the opportunity to learn about the city of Portland, or Casco Bay, or both! You can see the famous Portland Head Light on our open air trolleys or explore the island studded waters of Casco Bay on one of our classic tour boats. We are located in the heart of Portland’s quaint Old Port shopping district where you’ll want to spend time enjoying the historic cobble stone streets, beautiful architecture and meeting friendly locals who will make this a day to remember.
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- Monday 08:30 AM - 06:30 PM
- Tuesday 08:30 AM - 06:30 PM
- Wednesday 08:30 AM - 06:30 PM
- Thursday 08:30 AM - 06:30 PM
- Friday 08:30 AM - 06:30 PM
- Saturday 08:30 AM - 06:30 PM
- Sunday 07:30 AM - 06:30 PM
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If you want to get up close and personal with Portland’s landmarks, lighthouses and harbor seals AND learn some city history, join Portland Discovery on a Land & Sea Tour! Start your day on board the Discovery trolley as you travel from city streets to rocky coast and make your way to Portland Head Light, Maine’s oldest and most photographed lighthouse! After a break for lunch and shopping in the Old Port, board a classic cruise boat for a 105-minute narrated harbor tour, where you’ll see 4 lighthouses up close, 3 Civil War forts and several of the inner bay islands, including Halfway Rock Ledge, home to many seals and seabirds.
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Portland Discovery Land & Sea Tours
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Discover Portland City and Lighthouse Tour
Harbor Lights and Sights Cruise
Lighthouse Lovers Cruise in Portland
Peek at Portland Sightseeing Trolley Tour
Sunset Lighthouse Cruise Tour from Casco Bay
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Portland Discovery Land & Sea Tours - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)
Portland Discovery Land & Sea Tours
- See all photos
Discover Portland City and Lighthouse Tour
Harbor Lights and Sights Cruise
Lighthouse Lovers Cruise in Portland
Peek at Portland Sightseeing Trolley Tour
Sunset Lighthouse Cruise Tour from Casco Bay
Most Recent: Reviews ordered by most recent publish date in descending order.
Detailed Reviews: Reviews ordered by recency and descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as waiting time, length of visit, general tips, and location information.
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See more of Portland, Maine in 90 minutes with Portland's #1 sightseeing company. ... Portland City and Lighthouse Tour. April 27 - October 27 . Hop on board the Discovery Trolley and enjoy a 105-minute, fully narrated trolley tour of scenic and historic Portland AND visit Maine's oldest lighthouse, Portland Head Light. ...
Lighthouse Lovers Cruise in Portland. 85. Historical Tours. 1 hour. A fully narrated 60-minute scenic cruise through busy Casco Bay and its innermost islands to see lighthouses, forts, lobster…. Free cancellation. Recommended by 94% of travelers. from. $33.
June 19 - October 22. Hop aboard our classic trolley and get a peek at all that Portland has to offer. Explore the rich history and highlights of the "Forest City" with our experienced guides, with plenty of time to explore the city further on your own. (60 minutes) Adults: $28 Children (3-12): $20. Book This Tour.
About Us. 2023 Season Runs: April 29 to October 29. On our open-air trolley, we'll tour the charming downtown, the stately West End and the cobblestone streets of the Old Port as we make our way to Portland Head Light-Maine's oldest and most photographed lighthouse. On both the Harbor Cruise and our Sunset Cruise we'll travel the gentle ...
Specialties: Portland Discovery Land & Sea Tours offers the most comprehensive and fun tours of the Portland, Maine area and beautiful Casco Bay. We offer a 105-minute narrated trolley tour of Portland that takes you through our hidden neighborhoods and to our most famous sites, including a stop at Portland Head Light lighthouse. Want to get out on the water? Our 105-minute narrated cruise ...
Portland, Maine 04112. Phone (207) 774-0808. Website www.portlanddiscovery.com. Businesses and locations related to: Portland Discovery Land & Sea Tours. Search nearby points of interest. Portland Discovery Land & Sea Tours specializes in narrated sightseeing tours of Portland and Casco Bay. Our open-air trolleys and classic boats provide the...
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We had pre-booked an independent tour company, Portland Discovery Tours, City & Lighthouse Tour (1hr/45min). This is an easy walk off port right in town. We first stopped for pictures at the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad. Then we walked about 10-15 minutes to the Long Wharf to meet our tour.
Mar 24, 2024 - If you want to get up close and personal with Portland's landmarks, lighthouses and harbor seals AND learn some city history, join Portland Discovery on a Land & Sea Tour! Start your day on board t...
If you want to get up close and personal with Portland's landmarks, lighthouses, harbor seals AND learn some city history, join Portland Discovery on a Land & Sea Tour! Offering fully narrated trolley tours of Portland and harbor cruises on Casco Bay, all departing from the heart of the Old Port.
Portland Discovery Land and Sea Tours, Portland, Maine. 2.8K likes · 8,536 were here. Fun, informative sightseeing on trolleys and boats and unique charter opportunities!
Discover and book Discover Portland City and Lighthouse Tour on Tripadvisor. Help. If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we'd be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 312644P4. +1 855 275 5071.
Portland Discovery Tours. Details. Portland Discovery offers you the opportunity to learn about the city of Portland, or Casco Bay, or both! You can see the famous Portland Head Light on our open air trolleys or explore the island studded waters of Casco Bay on one of our classic tour boats. We are located in the heart of Portland's quaint ...
Specialties: Portland Discovery Land & Sea Tours offers the most comprehensive and fun tours of the Portland, Maine area and beautiful Casco Bay. We offer a 105-minute narrated trolley tour of Portland that takes you through our hidden neighborhoods and to our most famous sites, including a stop at Portland Head Light lighthouse. Want to get out on the water? Our 105-minute narrated cruise ...
Distance from Portland, ME: 1 hr & 11 mins. Price: Adults - $96 • Youth (2-12) - $81. Duration: Approx. 4+ hrs. This special cruise is designed for the nature lover that wants it all in just one afternoon! Cruise aboard the Harbor Princess, Mid Coast Maine's largest and fastest vessel!
The Scenic Route Maine Tours. A family-owned and operated tour company sharing what we love about our charming city and the state of Maine. Kayak trips, brew tours, foodie tours and seal cruises; cruises and tours are the perfect way to experience the coastal and inland areas of Portland Maine.
Book your tickets online for Portland Discovery Land & Sea Tours, Portland: See 2,789 reviews, articles, and 1,540 photos of Portland Discovery Land & Sea Tours, ranked No.190 on Tripadvisor among 190 attractions in Portland.
Book your tickets online for Portland Discovery Land & Sea Tours, Portland: See 2,789 reviews, articles, and 1,540 photos of Portland Discovery Land & Sea Tours, ranked No.191 on Tripadvisor among 191 attractions in Portland.
Top Attractions in Portland, Maine. 1 Portland Head Lighthouse. 2 Victoria Mansion, Portland. 3 Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse. 4 Portland Museum of Art. 5 Wadsworth-Longfellow House. 6 Fort Williams Park. 7 Bug Light Lighthouse. 8 Portland Harbor.
Lighthouse Lovers Cruise in Portland. 85. Historical Tours. 1 hour. A fully narrated 60-minute scenic cruise through busy Casco Bay and its innermost islands to see lighthouses, forts, lobster…. Free cancellation. Recommended by 94% of travellers. from. C$46.
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Enjoy a fully-narrated trolley tour of scenic and historic Portland and visit Maine's oldest lighthouse, Portland Head Light, during a 30-minute stop in Cape Elizabeth. Hop onboard a trolley and journey from city streets to the rocky coast. Cruise past landmarks such as the childhood home of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, the Victoria Mansion ...