Downtown Bath, Maine and The City of Ships Walking Tour

5.0 (42 reviews) Maine, USA
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Duration1h 30m
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers

Overview

History Awaits! This fun and fascinating tour focuses on the past 400+ years of the historic and quaint downtown of Bath, Maine, the fifth largest port in America during its 19th century heyday. Learn Bath's story by walking among the charming period buildings, hearing unique stories, and uncovering hidden gems. Led by an educator, this perfectly paced, small group tour is designed for those who love history and offers something for everyone, including lots of laughs. You will leave with a new appreciation for Bath, local and American history, plus tips and recommendations for other local attractions in Midcoast Maine!

What's included

  • Attention to the safety and comfort of each participant
  • Guided, small group tour
  • Recommendations on how to enjoy the rest of your visit to the area
  • Sunscreen, water

What to expect

  1. 10m
    19th century Revival Romaneque library containing historic artifacts.
  2. Maine's First Ship
    5m
    A replica of the Virginia, a pinnace built by the 1607 Popham colonists - the first recorded British shipbuilding.
  3. 1h 30m
    A historic, charming, vibrant city with an intact 19th century downtown. A center of shipping and wooden shipbuilding in its 1850s hey dey.
  4. Sagadahoc Preservation, Inc.
    10m
    A masterpiece of gothic New England church architecture, built in 1843.
  5. Maine Maritime Museum
    Pass by
    This experience is the perfect complement to a visit to Maine Maritime Museum, which is about 1 mile from downtown Bath.
  6. 10m
    Grand and imposing 19th century Custom House, built in the 1850s to serve the 5th largest port in the United States: Bath, Maine.
  7. 10m
    Classical architecture with a soaring bell tower (and Paul Revere bell), overseeing the city of Bath from the corner of Front and Center.
  8. Kennebec River
    15m
    This experience starts on the shores of the Kennebec River, the second largest river in Maine, and a global center of wooden shipbuilding in the 19th century.
  9. Linwood E Temple Waterfront Park
    15m
    A beautiful, tree filled park with expansive views of the Kennebec River, plenty of shade and places to sit.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Come at least 5 minutes early; look for your guide in the middle of the park, adjacent to the river; she will be wearing a green backpack and carrying a clipboard.

End point

Come at least 5 minutes early; look for your guide in the middle of the park, adjacent to the river; she will be wearing a green backpack and carrying a clipboard.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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