Portland Explorer: Working Waterfront Walking Tour with Seafood
Recommended by 100% of travelers
Portland, USA
- 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
What's Included
- Seafood at Local Seafood Market
- Fascinating maritime stories from expert guides
- Guided walking tour of Portland’s historic waterfront
- Water at Portland Beer Hub
- Alcoholic BeveragesWelcome pour of beer or soda at Portland Beer Hub
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Portland Beer Hub320 Fore St, Portland, ME 04101, USA
Arrive 15 MINUTES before the start time of your tour. Meet inside of the retail store, Portland Beer Hub (320 Fore Street, Portland, ME 04101), in downtown Portland's Old Port.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
1
Old Port
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
2
Commercial Street
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Near public transportation
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Not recommended for travelers with seafood allergies
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
5.0
based on 13 reviews
Frank_S, Aug 2026
This was a fantastic view into the fishing industry that has defined Portland from its inception. ..
Larry_L, Jul 2026
Eric gives an amazinging and informative walking tour of the old warfare area of Portland. You get an up close and personal stroll through the working areas from someone who has been here and done it. Very interactive, and ends with a delicious taste of the fresh products the local water waters have to offer. Definitely worth doing.
Amber_S, Jul 2026
Eric was a wonderful tour guide. If you want to learn more about Maine's fishing industry from an insider, this one's for you. The side quest to the Japanese processing facility was a real hidden gem. He patiently answered all of our questions and made this one of our favorite tours ever!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
We're so happy to hear you had a good time on the waterfront tour! Portland's history as a working waterfront is something we feel is tremendously important to preserve so we're always honored and thrilled to do this tour. And Eric's knowledge of it all is truly astounding. Thanks for joining us!
Michael_B, Jul 2026
Tom gave an excellent tour. He took us on a very interesting tour learning about the waterfront and the fish industry, learning and seeing the process of how fish are caught and the process that gets them to our tables. A very unique and enjoyable stop for a bite to eat that fit in with the history of the waterfront. It ended with an enjoyable stop at a local pub to sample one of their fine ales. This tour is recommended.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
We're so glad to hear you had a good time on the Working Waterfront tour! Portland's history as a coastal shipping/fishing town is incredibly rich and we're so grateful to have Tom share it with folks. His knowledge and passion are extensive and we're so happy you got to join him for a day of sightseeing. Hope to see you again soon!
Terence_M, Apr 2026
Absolutely excellent tour. Local guide was informative and interesting. Totally recommend this tour.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thanks so much for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had a good time. There's a lot of depth to Portland, and we're always so honored and excited to showcase our home!
Russell_H, Mar 2026
Excellent. Very informative.
The clam chowder was Excellent!! Our guide was the best. Very knowledgeable
Response from Host, Apr 2026
We're so happy to hear that you had a good time on the tour! Our guides love being able to show the local food and share the history of Portland. There's so much more to do and see in the city, so we hope to see you back sometime soon!
Blake_F, Dec 2025
It was a great way to experience the city and get a personalized tour of what the old port has to offer. Our guide was awesome!
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thanks so much, Blake! We’re glad to hear the Old Port Working Waterfront tour gave you a great feel for the city — it’s one of our favorite ways to show off Portland’s character. Wonderful to hear your guide made the experience awesome as well. Hope you’ll join us again on your next visit!
Blanca_L, Oct 2025
I love history and this tour did not come up short. What an amazing journey through the Old Port and time! Our guide Pete painted a picture of the past that you could see in the existing buildings and roads. He answered questions (about the port history and dining recommendations), took time to get to know us, and made us feel as if we were walking through town with an old friend. P.S. his dining recommendations did not disappoint
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed exploring Portland’s Old Port and its history with Pete. His storytelling and passion for the city truly bring the past to life, we love that it felt like walking through town with an old friend! We’re also glad his dining recommendations hit the spot. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to see you again for another Portland Explorer adventure soon!
Stephen_L, Oct 2025
Excellent tour! Explored the wharf and surrounding area. Eric, our guide grew up and worked in the area. He was incredibly knowledgeable and shared stories as well as facts. The seafood tasting at the end of the tour was a highlight. As a side note I accidentally left something at the meeting/ending site. They went above and beyond making sure i knew I left it and keeping it safe until I was able to return. Well run tour organizers! Would tour with them again
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you so much for sharing such a wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed exploring the wharf and waterfront with Eric — his local knowledge and stories really bring Portland’s history to life. We’re also so glad you loved the seafood tasting and that our team was able to reunite you with your lost item , we always strive to go the extra mile for our guests. We truly appreciate your kind words and can’t wait to welcome you back for another Portland Explorer experience!
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