Vintage Fire Truck Sightseeing Tour of Portland Maine

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Vintage Fire Truck Sightseeing Tour of Portland Maine — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

This 50-minute sightseeing tour is a fun and unique way to discover Portland, Maine. Board a Vintage Fire Engine and travel back in time as your knowledgeable guide helps relive Portland’s colorful history from a local’s perspective. See lighthouses, Civil War forts, city parks and buildings, interesting stories and a multimedia experience packed with historic images of Maine. This is one family-friendly tour you should not miss out on!

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At a glance

Duration: 50 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 13 people
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English
Operated by: Portland Fire Engine Co. Tours

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–11 years) · Adults (12–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Driver/guide
Included: Tour

Not included

Not included: Food and beverages
Not included: Gratuities (suggested)

Itinerary

Old Port

Passing by

The Old Port in Portland, Maine is a quaint historic district with cobblestone streets and shops selling clothing, gourmet food and souvenirs. It’s also a hot spot for nightlife where pubs, breweries and bars draw the younger crowds. There is also a fesh and lively dining scene.
Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal

Passing by

Casco Bay Lines (also known as the Casco Bay Island Transit District, CBITD) is a publicly run transportation company that services the residents of the islands of Casco Bay. These islands include Peaks Island, Little Diamond Island, Great Diamond Island, Diamond Cove, Long Island, Chebeague Island and Cliff Island.
Shipyard Brewing Company

Passing by

Shipyard Brewing Company, founded in 1994 is a brewery and soft drink manufacturer in Portland, Maine. Shipyard is the largest brewer in Maine and is the fourth largest microbrewery in New England.
Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Company and Museum

Passing by

The Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Co. & Museum is located and operates out of the former Portland Company Marine Complex, the organization was founded in 1993. The collection consists of passenger and freight equipment, as well as artifacts from the 2 ft (610 mm) narrow gauge railways that ran in the state of Maine in the late 19th century and early 20th century. The organization operates a 1 1⁄2-mile (2.4 km) long railroad that runs along the waterfront of Casco Bay and parallels Portland's Eastern Promenade. Historic steam and diesel locomotives and a variety of restored coaches are used to run passenger services on the railroad.
Portland Observatory

Passing by

The Portland Observatory is a historic maritime signal tower at 138 Congress Street in the Munjoy Hill section of Portland, Maine. Built in 1807, it is the only known surviving tower of its type in the United States. Using both a telescope and signal flags, two-way communication between ship and shore was possible several hours before an incoming vessel reached the docks. The tower was designated a National Historic Landmark in 2006; it is now managed by a local nonprofit as a museum, and is open to the public. The Portland Observatory is the only remaining maritime signal station in the United States. Tower operations were paid with annual fees collected from shipping merchants, who purchased the right to have their flags stored in the building and hoisted up its flagstaffs when their ships were sighted. A telephone was eventually installed, extending the tower's function until 1923, when the reliability of engine powered vessels and communication by radio made it obsolete.
The Wadsworth-Longfellow House

Passing by

The Wadsworth-Longfellow House is a historic house and museum in Portland, Maine, United States. It is located at 489 Congress Street and is operated by the Maine Historical Society. It was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1962, and administratively added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1966.
Portland Museum of Art

Passing by

The Portland Museum of Art, or PMA, is the largest and oldest public art institution in the U.S. state of Maine. Founded as the Portland Society of Art in 1882 It is located in the downtown area known area The Arts District in Portland, Maine.
Victoria Mansion

Passing by

Victoria Mansion, also known as the Morse-Libby House or Morse-Libby Mansion, is a landmark example of American residential architecture located in downtown Portland. The brownstone exterior, elaborate interior design, opulent furnishings and early technological conveniences provide a detailed portrait of lavish living in nineteenth-century America. It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1971 for its architectural significance as a particularly well-preserved Italianate mansion.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

We are directly in front of Portland Lobster Co. Restaurant. We have a small kiosk in front of the blue fence. Meet the Fire Engine here!

We leave prompltly on time so please plenty of time to park and to find us.

End point

We are directly in front of Portland Lobster Co. Restaurant. We have a small kiosk in front of the blue fence. Meet the Fire Engine here!

We leave prompltly on time so please plenty of time to park and to find us.

Using your ticket

Meeting Point: 180 Commercial St. Portland, ME 04101 (In front of Portland Lobster Co. Restaurant).
Traffic can be very heavy in Portland so give yourself LOTS of extra time to find parking! There are payed lots all around us but they occasionally fill up so leave extra time to find parking!
Tour departs promptly at the designated departure time. Please arrive at least 10 minutes early to avoid disappointment.
Tour departs within walking distance of the cruise port

**We do not have a bathroom near us so please make sure this is taken care of before arriving!**

Please check the email you booked under while traveling for any last minute changes.

Please use a cell phone number that you will be traveling with when booking in case we need to reach you about any changes on our end.

Also check and make sure you booked the correct date and time for your tour before arriving!

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.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
PLEASE LEAVE PLENTY OF TIME FOR INCREASED TRAFFIC AND PARKING IN PORTLAND! Do Not trust your phones GPS for estimated time arrival.
***We leave promptly at the designated time! Refunds are not provided for missed tours due to late/non arrival**
We just need the name that you booked with and the staff will check you in on the truck
Our address is 180 Commercial St. Portland ME 04101
Please provide a cell phone number that you will have with you when you are in Portland. We may need to contact you regarding your tour