Activity Portland, USA

Sunset Lighthouse Cruise

4.8 (268 reviews) 1 h 45 min Free cancellation

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268 reviews

4.8

Sunset Lighthouse Cruise — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

This 105 minute cruise offers guests a chance to relax and unwind as we make our way around the inner islands and lighthouses of the bay at dusk. Enjoy evening breezes and city lights on this fully narrated tour of Casco Bay. A great way to end a hectic day or begin a romantic evening!

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 45 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 65 people
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: English
Operated by: Portland Discovery Land & Sea Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–12 years) · Adults (13–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: On-board restrooms: Restroom on board

Itinerary

Portland Head Light

Passing by

The oldest lighthouse in Maine, commissioned by George Washington. Considered the most photographed lighthouse in Maine.
Liberty Ship Memorial

Passing by

Memorial to the WWII naval shipyard. Employing up to 30,000 people, the workers built 30 "Ocean" cargo ships for the British government, starting in 1941, and 236 "Liberty" cargo ships for the U.S., starting shortly thereafter.
Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse

Passing by

Caisson-style light station built in 1897, it marks the west side of the entry into the main shipping channel of Casco Bay. Adjacent is Fort Preble and Southern Maine Community College.
Fort Gorges

Passing by

Fashioned after Fort Sumner, it's a former military fort built on Hog Island Ledge in Casco Bay. From 1858 to 1864, no battles were fought there and no troops were stationed there
Portland Breakwater Lighthouse

Passing by

Built in 1875, also called Bug Light because of it's small stature. It was modeled after a Greek monument, but made of cast iron. It is surrounded by Bug Light Park, popular in the summer for picnics and kite flying.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Look for a blue and white building marked "Long Wharf" on top. We're the middle window. The cruise departs from here as well.

End point

Look for a blue and white building marked "Long Wharf" on top. We're the middle window. The cruise departs from here as well.

Using your ticket

Parking:

Portland Discovery does not have parking for customers, and we recommend allowing extra time to find parking as it can be busy downtown.

There are many public parking lots near our Long Wharf ticket booth, located at 170 Commercial Street. The best parking options are:

Simba Parking Lot at 216 Fore Street.
Angelo’s Acres Lot at 441 Commercial Street

These lots range from an 8- to 20-minute walk from our location, depending on your pace.

Additional information:

What to bring:

You never know exactly what kind of weather you will get in Maine, but it’s safe to assume it will be cooler out on the water and bringing a light or heavy jacket is a good idea. We recommend sneakers as opposed to open-toed shoes for better stability.

Restrictions:

Are Tours Handicap Accessible?

Canes and walkers are fine on the tour. There is a ramp that leads down to the boat that can vary in steepness, but our friendly, courteous deckhands are more than happy to lend a hand. MOST times manual wheelchairs are fine on the boats, but typically have to be lifted on, so weight restrictions can apply.

Are Tours Dog Friendly?

Our Tours are dog friendly! Provided your dog is friendly, well-behaved, and leashed they are welcome on our tours. Dogs cannot take up a seat of a paying passenger, so dogs must be in a lap or on the deck near your feet.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.