Portland Maine Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
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Discover Portland, Maine, at your own pace with the Portland Maine Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour. Wander through the historic cobblestone streets of Old Port and downtown, soaking in the vibrant culture and rich history of this charming coastal city.
This tour offers an immersive experience, guiding you past local shops, lively bars, and eateries that have helped shape Portland’s unique character. Along the way, you'll uncover secrets only locals know, making your visit truly memorable.
Once booked, simply download the Audio Tour Guide App by Action using your email or text link. The tour works offline, so you can enjoy it anywhere in Portland without worrying about internet connection. Use your phone and headphones to follow the guided route and listen to engaging stories about the city’s past and present.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Portland Maine Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour take?
The tour typically lasts between 1 to 2 hours, depending on your pace and how many stops you choose to explore.
Is this tour suitable for all ages and fitness levels?
Yes, the tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels and is designed for adults aged 5 to 399.
Do I need internet access during the tour?
No, once downloaded, the tour works offline with GPS guidance and automatic audio stories, so no internet is needed during your walk.
Can I start and stop the tour whenever I want?
Absolutely! The flexible design allows you to start, pause, and resume the tour at any point during your trip.
What’s included in the tour?
Support via chat, email, or phone, planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews are included. Just bring your phone and headphones!
Are there any additional costs or entrance fees?
No, this is a self-guided experience. Entrance fees, parking, food, and transportation are separate and not included.
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Duration 1 hour – 2 hours
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Guided experience
English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Support via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
- Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
- Just bring your phone and headphones; the app guides your walk.
- Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
- Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
- Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
- Private walking tour experience for your family or group.
- Self-guided audio tour through our easy-to-use mobile app.
- Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.
Not included
- No live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.
Itinerary
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Stop 1
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: The tour is over 2.5+ miles long, with more than 27 audio stories, and takes about 1-2 hours to complete. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. Your password can be used on the same number of devices as the travelers you have booked. Please enter the same password on each device.
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Stop 2
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.
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Stop 3
Dedicated to the American poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.
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Stop 4
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.
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Stop 5
Longfellow lived and wrote some of his most famous works here, including his first poem at thirteen.
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Stop 6
That statue in the center of the square is Our Lady of Victories, inspired by the Greek goddess of wisdom and war, Minerva.
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Stop 7
The present Renaissance Revival structure was completed in 1912. But it replaces another city hall which succumbed to fire in 1908.
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the starting point
The tour begins in the parking lot of the Visit Portland Information Center at 14 Ocean Gateway Pier. This is a suggested starting point, and we’re not affiliated with the information center or any businesses here, so their staff will not have any information about this tour.
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Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day(s) before
- 0% refund if cancelled 0–1 day(s) before
Instant confirmation
Your booking is confirmed immediately after checkout.
From $12.99 per person
- Free cancellation
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