Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour
Portland, USA
- 1 to 2 hours (approx.)
- Offered in: English
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Overview
What's Included
- This tour is NOT a ticket to any attraction or site
- This is a GPS-powered, self-guided audio tour that works through an app
- NO in-person guide or physical equipment (bring your own device & headphones)
- Pre-recorded audio commentary (downloadable or streamable)
- Offline GPS-enabled route map
- Suggested walking/driving itinerary with stop-by-stop directions
- Lifetime access (no expiration) with Customer support (chat/email)
- Text transcripts of audio narration & Self-paced format (start/pause/resume anytime)
- Entrance fees, in-person guide, headphones, transport, parking, food,Wi-Fi or cellular data, rentals
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Visit Portland, Maine Information Center14 Ocean Gateway Pier, Portland, ME 04101, USA
The tour begins in the parking lot of the Visit Portland Information Center at 14 Ocean Gateway Pier. This is a suggested starting point, and we’re not affiliated with the information center or any businesses here, so their staff will not have any information about this tour.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Arranged start time
Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
- 07/29/2020 - 05/14/2027
Monday - Sunday : 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Itinerary
1
West Street
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Victoria Mansion (Pass By)
The Danforth (Pass By)
Commercial Street (Pass By)
One Longfellow Square (Pass By)
Arts District (Pass By)
2
Brown Street
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Temple Street
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Portland City Hall (Pass By)
4
Franklin Street
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Eastern Cemetery (Pass By)
Portland Observatory (Pass By)
5
Waterville Street
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Munjoy Street
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Casco Bay (Pass By)
Eastern Promenade Trail (Pass By)
7
Walnut Street
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Fore Street Restaurant (Pass By)
Casco Bay Bridge (Pass By)
8
Meetinghouse Hill
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Fort Williams Park (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- How To Access: After booking, you’ll get an email and text with setup instructions and password (search “audio tour” in emails and texts). • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password sent by email and text. • MUST download the tour while in strong wifi/cellular. • Works offline after download.
- How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
- Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
- Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
- Savings tips: Driving tours: purchase just one tour for everyone in the car
- New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
- Audio Setup: Connect your phone to your car's stereo system using Bluetooth, USB, or AUX. For the best experience, consider using headphones for walking tours. Audio playback is compatible with Apple CarPlay, with navigation features coming soon. Support for Android Auto is also on the way.
- The tour requires a supported mobile device for navigation. Please use an iPhone with iOS 15 or later, an Android device with Android 9 or later, or an iPad/tablet with GPS and cellular service.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Traveler Photos
Reviews
4.0
based on 59 reviews
Nancy_N, Mar 2026
Great way to explore Portland. We drove to places we would have never been able to get to on foot and it ends at a beautiful lighthouse.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Nancy, I’m really happy to hear that my Ultimate Portland Driving GPS Audio Tour helped you discover places you wouldn’t have been able to reach on foot. It’s wonderful that the drive brought you to such a stunning lighthouse at the end. If you’re planning to explore more of Maine, be sure to check out my other tours, especially the Portland walk, Bar Harbor walk, and the beautiful Ocean Path Trailhead tour. Happy exploring!
Mary_H, Mar 2026
It is easy to use and follow directions. Saves lots of time and covers everything for an overall tour. Can be used multiple times within a year.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Mary, I’m really happy to hear that my Portland Driving GPS Audio Tour was easy to use and helped you see the highlights quickly. It’s wonderful that the directions were simple to follow and that the tour saved you time while giving a complete overview of the area. If you plan to explore more of Maine, be sure to check out my other tours, especially the Portland walk, Bar Harbor walk, and the beautiful Ocean Path Trailhead tour. Happy exploring!
Angela_S, Nov 2025
It was an unexpected “feels like” 16 degrees (nation wide cold burst !) in early November. when we started our trip and even had a short bought of snow flurries, so this was the greatest alternative to a walking tour. Very enjoyable, at your own pace, Audio and GPS very informative, efficient and easy trouble shooting - but really didn’t have any problems! Great Day together for our short get away together!!! We both really enjoyed it !
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Angela, great to hear you both had such an enjoyable experience with my Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour. I love that the tour turned out to be the perfect alternative on a “feels like 16°” day — snow flurries and all. I'm glad the GPS and audio worked smoothly for you and that the pacing allowed you to explore comfortably despite the cold. It’s wonderful to know the tour added to your short getaway and made the day memorable. If you're planning to explore more of Maine, don’t miss my other tours, especially the Portland walk, Bar Harbor walk, and the stunning Ocean Path Trailhead tour. Happy exploring!
Betty_M, Oct 2025
It was fun to be able to drive around and be given the local information. The only problem was there was a road closure and it did not reroute us so we missed some things.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Betty, I’m so glad to hear that you enjoyed my Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour. I understand how frustrating it can be when a road closure affects your experience. I always recommend checking for any closures before your trip to avoid such issues. Don’t worry, the tour is valid forever, so you can revisit once the road reopens. If you’re not planning to return to the location, I can offer a replacement tour or process a refund. Feel free to reach out if you need assistance—I’m available daily from 9 to 6 EST. Safe travels!
Val_G, Oct 2025
Excellent tour even when we made a wrong turn the gps hit us on the correct landmark, where we continued.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Val, I’m so glad to hear that you enjoyed my Portland audio tour. I’m thrilled that even when you made a wrong turn, the GPS helped you get back on track to the right landmark. If you're planning to explore more of Maine, don’t miss my other tours, especially the Portland walk, Bar Harbor walk, and the stunning Ocean Path Trailhead tour. Happy exploring!
Justo_T, Jun 2025
For some reason, the audio cuts off the last word or part of word. We repeated it several times and it did the same thing.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Justo, I’m glad you enjoyed my Portland tour and found the helpful information. I’m sorry to hear about the audio cutting off—it’s likely related to the speed limit. My audio tour app mentions the speed limit to avoid interruptions, or you can listen to the stories before moving to the next attraction. My tours are valid for a year, so you have plenty of time to revisit or listen to the stories from the app. I’m available daily from 9 to 6, so please feel free to reach out if you have more information or need assistance. Thanks for your feedback!
Glenda_C, Feb 2025
The navigation worked great it was easy and accurate. It was the next best thing to doing a private tour. Didn’t have to worry about waiting on people to board the bus on time at every stop. Was able to pause the tour as long s needed.
Response from Host, Feb 2025
Glenda, I’m thrilled you enjoyed my Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour! The ease of navigation and flexibility make it a great alternative to a private tour. For more experiences like this, check out my East Coast USA Bundle, featuring a variety of self-guided tours from Acadia to Key West, all designed for you to enjoy at your own pace.
shelby_c, Nov 2024
I loved this! I took this tour during the nighttime hours and it was still amazing! Only downside was one part of the tour was Under construction and we couldn’t drive down those roads so it was a little challenging, trying to get back on the tour but other than that I had a great time it was really informative and fun
Response from Host, Nov 2024
Shelby, I’m thrilled you enjoyed my Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour, even during nighttime hours! Construction can sometimes make navigation tricky, but I’m glad you enjoyed exploring and found the tour informative and fun. If you’re up for more adventures, check out my East Coast USA Bundle, featuring a variety of self-guided tours for more exciting and convenient explorations. Happy travels!
Carol_G, Nov 2024
Since we had a vehicle available in Portland, this was an excellent and less expensive way to see the city. We had a little trouble getting to the starting point but once we started at the correct point, it ran very smoothly.
Response from Host, Nov 2024
Carol, I'm thrilled my Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour was an excellent fit for your Portland adventure. Once you started from the right spot, it's fantastic to hear how smoothly everything went, giving you the flexibility to explore at your own pace. For more experiences like this, check out my East Coast USA Bundle, featuring a variety of self-guided tours from Acadia to Key West, all designed for you to enjoy at your own pace.
kate_h, Aug 2024
We enjoyed it very much. Wish it went to a beach that was off beaten track but that’s only thing. Narrator was great and lively. would have even loved it a little longer.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Kate, I'm thrilled you enjoyed the Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour! It's great to hear that the narrator added to your adventure. I appreciate your suggestion about including a more secluded beach stop—I'll consider it for future updates. For more experiences like this, check out my East Coast USA Bundle, featuring a variety of self-guided tours from Acadia to Key West, all designed for you to enjoy at your own pace.
fsvfv8mbcs, Aug 2024
We went at our own pace. We missed a few things because gps wasn’t syncing. Overall, pretty cool concept and will definitely recommend and do it again.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
I'm glad the tour worked out after those small hiccups with the GPS sync and that you enjoyed the concept. For your next adventure, consider my East Coast USA: Self-Guided Driving & Walking Tour Bundle. From the historic streets of Boston to the scenic trails of Acadia, it’s all set up for you to explore at your own pace!
Veronica_M, Jan 2024
I live in Portland but am new so decided to take this tour and I loved it. It's a bit out of date and so I got a little lost. The houses around the Danforth are no longer painted colorfully. I recommend doing the tour when there won't be people out and about, perhaps very early in the morning.
Response from Host, Jan 2024
Veronica, I'm thrilled you enjoyed the Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour, especially as a local! Thank you for noting the updates needed. Your insights help improve the experience for future explorers. For those quieter, early morning tours or future adventures, don’t forget to check out my Action+ Tour Bundle for over 100 more self-guided tours.
Vickie_S, Nov 2023
We enjoyed this tour, my daughter lives nearby and we still saw new things! We liked seeing the houses.
Response from Host, Nov 2023
Vickie, I'm glad you enjoyed my Portland Audio Tour and that it helped you discover new sights, even near your daughter's! Your feedback about providing more location hints is valuable, and I'll consider it for future updates to enhance the experience. If you're up for more self-guided adventures, don’t forget to check out my Action+ Tour Bundle for over 100 more self-guided adventures.
Michael_K, Nov 2023
Information was excellent, hit all the highlights of Portland very well, while on our own time schedule via the app GPS.
Response from Host, Nov 2023
Hi Michael, I'm super glad you enjoyed the depth of information on my Portland Audio Tour! It's great to hear the GPS feature kept you on track while allowing you to explore at your own pace. For your next journey, don’t forget to check out my Action+ Tour Bundle for over 100 more self-guided adventures.
Alex_S, Oct 2023
Better Google maps integration and more pictures of what was described would be helpful. The cathedral should be described later when the route passed right in front of it.
Response from Host, Oct 2023
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, Alex! I have images for each story and am happy to add extras, so I’d love to know if there’s a specific spot you think needs a bit more visual flair. Cathedral — it has been challenging to move this later because of other stories that get in the way. I will see what I can readjust! Just so you know, this tour doesn’t have an expiry date, so feel free to dive back into the stories anytime you like from home or try one of the other self-guided tours I’ve got across the country. Thanks!
WILLIAM_B, Aug 2023
Learned lots of history of the city and saw beautiful buildings and areas. Things that we would not have known if we had driven around by ourselves. Very easy to follow
Response from Host, Aug 2023
William! It's great to hear that you enjoyed my Portland Audio Tour. I'm glad you could learn more about the city's history and beautiful architecture. Exploring a place's hidden gems and stories can genuinely enhance your journey. If you're still eager to explore, I recommend checking out my Action+ Tour Bundle, which offers more than 100 self-guided tours that may pique your interest.
Donna_M, Aug 2023
self-driven tour. disappointed. audio did not line up with the visual. arriving at locations were not clearly obvious. audio did not indicate 'on your right' or 'on your left'. didn't know what we were looking at!
maybe half way through the tour, the road was blocked due to emergency vehicles on scene and we left the route but were not brought back to catch the rest of the tour.
the tour did not recognize that we were no longer on their route.
Response from Host, Aug 2023
I apologize for the inconvenience during your Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Audio Tour Donna! It seems like you might have taken the tour in the wrong order, which caused this problem to arise. However, don't worry, your purchased product is valid indefinitely. You can use it during your next visit to Portland or even choose to listen from the comfort of your home. If you would like to exchange the tour for another or discuss other possible solutions, please contact me directly, and I will make sure to address your concerns quickly.
Ralph_M, Jul 2023
The information about the sites seen were informative. The driving directions were hard to follow as a single person using the app.
Response from Host, Jul 2023
Thank you so much, Ralph! It's great to hear that you found the information about the sites informative. Your feedback is highly appreciated, and we will definitely consider it to enhance the user experience. In case you're planning to travel more, we suggest checking out our Action+ Tour Bundle, which offers over 100 self-guided tours for your future adventures.
Samantha_B, Jun 2023
Great way to see the city! We went on a rainy day and it was still a great experience! I hope to share this with other friends.
Response from Host, Jun 2023
We appreciate your positive review! It's wonderful to hear that the tour was able to offer you an enjoyable way to discover the city, despite the rainy weather. Your desire to share this experience with others is truly valued. In case you're planning to travel more, you might be interested in checking out our Action+ Tour Bundle which includes all of our self-guided tours, totaling over 100.
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