Port City Lights Cruise

4.8 (334 reviews) Portland, USA
Duration1h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 80 travelers

Overview

A fully narrated 60-minute scenic cruise through busy Casco Bay and its innermost islands to see lighthouses, forts, lobster boats, seals, and seabirds. As many as four lighthouses can be seen including a close up view of Portland Head Light, Maine’s oldest and most photographed lighthouse.

What's included

  • Bar & snack bar available
  • Restroom on board

What to expect

  1. Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse
    Pass by
    Historic lighthouse constructed in 1897 that marks the west side of the Portland shipping channel.
  2. Portland Breakwater Lighthouse
    Pass by
    Historic lighthouse constructed 1855, designed by Thomas Walter, designer of the US Capitol dome and East and West Wings. A smaller lighthouse also known as Bug Light, it features six Corinthian columns around it's base.
  3. Portland Head Light
    Pass by
    Maine's oldest lighthouse, commissioned by George Washington. One of the most photographed lighthouses in the county.
  4. Fort Gorges
    Pass by
    Civil War era fort in Casco Bay located on Hog Island Ledge. Modeled after Fort Sumter in Charleston, South Carolina. Used as a storage facility in WWI & WWII.
  5. Ram Island Ledge Light
    Pass by
    Historic lighthouse on Casco Bay constructed in 1905, a twin of Graves Light off off Boston. Located on a quarter mile of ledge that marks the northern entrance into Portland Harbor.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The middle window at the blue and white kiosk building, marked Long Wharf on top.

End point

The middle window at the blue and white kiosk building, marked Long Wharf on top.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Rubber soled shoes recommended, high heels not recommended

Cancellation policy

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

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