Port City Lights Cruise

About this activity

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.

Itinerary

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 point

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

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

Good to know

• 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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