The Real Portland Tour: City and 3 Lighthouses Historical Tour with a Real Local

We start at historic Commercial Street, the heart of Portland's working waterfront. See original cobblestone and brick that was laid in the 1850s.

See one of the most beautiful granite buildings in all of Portland.

We'll drive through Fort Allen Park and get a majestic view of Casco Bay and its Calendar Islands. Also get up close views of memorials from the Civil War, Spanish American War, and WWII located in the park.

You'll see the Victorian era homes once owned by sea captains and merchants that line the Eastern Promenade, as well as Eastern Promenade Park which offers endless views of Casco Bay, islands, and forts.

We'll get a great view of the only remaining maritime signal tower in the U.S.

Hear about the legends and lore regarding the oldest cemetery in Portland, first established in 1668.

One of the busiest streets in all of Maine, we'll see Portland's eclectic downtown, Monument Square, and arts district.

The neo-Gothic architecture of this cathedral built in 1869 dominates the skyline of Portland.

This church is the oldest in Portland, and you'll learn about its rich history.

See the home where Henry Wadsworth-Longfellow grew up and wrote his early poetry.

We'll tour the center of downtown Portland, and its highly acclaimed Arts District.

See one of the finest art museums in New England, and learn about its exhibits.

See the statue of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, born in Portland in 1807.

Get an up close view of the Victoria Mansion, the finest example in the country of a 19th century Italianate brownstone.

We enter one of the most beautiful parks in the state, Fort Williams Park, and drive to Portland Head Light (located in the park) where you will be let off to explore.

This iconic lighthouse located within Fort Williams Park is the most photographed lighthouse in the country. Walk right up to the lighthouse, explore Fort Williams Park, and take in the views of Maine's rugged, rocky coastline.

Get an up close view of Fort Preble (one of the oldest forts in Casco Bay) and learn about its storied history.

Get out for a photo of Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse, and its 900 foot long breakwater connecting it to the shore.

Enjoy panoramic views of the Portland skyline from this beautiful park that sits directly across the bay from Portland.

Get an up close view of the Liberty Ship Memorial, and learn about the thousands of shipbuilders who worked here during WWII.

Get a photo of Portland Breakwater Light (affectionately called "Bug Light" because of its small size).

Get an up close view of this statue dedicated to one of the most distinguished movie directors in history, and learn about his connections to his hometown of Portland.

See the center of the bustling downtown/waterfront district known as the Old Port. Learn the history of this vibrant area of Portland that is home to countless eclectic shops, businesses, and world class restaurants and bars.