Portland: Historic Mansions & Coastal Charm Audio Tour
About this activity
- Audio tour
- Yes
- Audio language
- English
- Route length
- 3 miles
- Instant confirmation
- Yes
- Duration
- 2h
Instant access on your smartphone
After purchase, open the tour from the link we send you. No app is required.
Explore at your pace
Start, pause, and continue the tour whenever you like.
Online or offline
Listen online in your browser or download the tour and tickets in the WeGoTrip app for offline access.
Listen to sample
Hosted by Alexandra
- You'll receive a self-guided audio tour right after booking
- •Make the most of your visit to the one-of-a-kind port city guided by this in-app audio tour
- •Learn the city's rich history while strolling along its cobblestone streets and old brick mansions
- •Feel the atmosphere of the Old Port with its fishing piers, harbours and delicious seafood
- •Marvel at the historic gothic cathedral and climb the observatory tower to get the best coastal view
- •Hear about the most iconic sites of Portland, including its lighthouses, nature trails and eateries
Welcome to Portland, Maine, a seaside city known for its architecture, marine industry, art, and bustling vibes.
This in-app audio tour will walk you through the memorable sights of Portland, letting you explore the area at your own pace.
The tour will start at the City Hall, where you will learn the rich history of Portland. You will then walk along the city's thoroughfare, Congress Street, and see iconic sites such as Monument Square, the Wadsworth-Longfellow House, and the Museum of Art.
After that, the tour will take you to the architectural jewel of the city, Victoria Mansion, known for its sophisticated Italianate design. You will continue to the Old Port, a bustling coastal district with rich history and enchanting ambiance. Here, you will come upon hundreds of antique boutiques, art galleries, cozy buildings, and fine dining restaurants serving the best seafood in the country.
Returning to Congress Street, you will marvel at the impressive gothic Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, and get a chance to climb the Portland Observatory for 360-degree panoramic sightseeing.
The tour ends at the Eastern Promenade, offering fantastic ocean views and even more historical spots adding them to your blend of memories from Portland.
What's included
- Downloadable multimedia audio tour on WeGoTrip app
- Live GPS map on your smartphone, route from stop to stop
- Recommendations on restaurants, activities, places to visit and souvenirs
- Self-guided audio tour for your smartphone on the WeGoTrip app
- Earphones not included — bring your own
- Entrance tickets to the recommended museums
- Earphones and smartphone are not included – bring your own
- In-person tour guide
- •The tour is available only on the WeGoTrip app. This is a different app from the source or app you booked the tour if it's not WeGoTrip site or app
- •To ensure the quality of the download, please remember to do so before your visit
- •Please note that there is no staff at the meeting point or staff on site for this tour. You can start the tour at any time from the meeting point
- •An Android version 7.1+ or an iOS smartphone version 12+ is required for the audio guide. You will need around 100 MB of free space for the download
Cancellation policies vary according to activity type. Please check the conditions of your required activity Self-guided audio tour.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need the internet during the tour?
No. Download the tour in the WeGoTrip app in advance — it then works fully offline.
Do I need an app?
Yes. After purchase you get a link to download the free WeGoTrip app, where you take the tour.
What language is the audio guide in?
The audio guide is available in English.
How long does the tour take?
The tour takes about 2h.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Yes. The self-guided format lets you go at your own pace, which works well for families.
Can I cancel my purchase?
Contact WeGoTrip support — refund conditions depend on the specific ticket.