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A leisurely walking tour through Portland's Old Port, covering approximately 1 to 1.5 miles. The route highlights the city's working waterfront and includes stops at local eateries for a progressive lunch. You'll sample a whole lobster roll, enjoy New England clam or seafood chowder, and sip on local craft beer or soda. Save room for a whoopie pie or other Maine sweet, along with a couple of surprise seafood tastings.
The tour provides plenty of insight into the region's culinary heritage and allows for ample Q&A about the seafood industry. Dress comfortably for walking, and bring an appetite for an iconic taste of Maine.
Reviews
This tour is essential for anyone visiting Portland. Timothy was an excellent guide, sharing fascinating historical insights and keeping the experience lively and engaging. The food was delicious, especially the chowder at Gilbert’s and the beloved lobster rolls.
An excellent mix of historical insights and the most delightful local dishes. This was our second walking tour with Anne during our time in Portland, and once again, she surpassed our expectations.
I highly recommend this experience for food enthusiasts, history lovers, and anyone wanting to discover authentic aspects of Portland beyond the typical tourist attractions. It's an excellent way to kick off your trip while uncovering amazing local flavors. We found hidden eateries I wouldn't have discovered otherwise. The pace of the tour was just right, giving us time to appreciate both the food and the atmosphere without feeling hurried. The walking was manageable, and the amount of food we enjoyed far surpassed my expectations. Our guide, Ray, was a wonderful storyteller, weaving in the rich history of the neighborhood and linking it to the diverse cultural influences on the food. His enthusiasm for both the culinary scene and the history of Portland, Maine, was truly contagious. This is the must-do activity when visiting the area.
I highly recommend this experience for food lovers, history enthusiasts, and anyone wanting to discover Portland in a unique and enjoyable way. It’s an excellent activity to start your trip and taste wonderful local dishes. I found eateries I wouldn’t have discovered on my own. The tour was well-paced, giving us the opportunity to savor the food and ambiance without being hurried. The walking was manageable and the quantity of food surpassed my expectations. Our guide, Ray, was an excellent storyteller who enriched our understanding of the neighborhood’s history and its cultural diversity linked to the food. His enthusiasm for Portland’s culinary scene was inspiring. This is a must-do while visiting!
This tour was truly remarkable. The historical insights were fantastic, and the food was excellent. Our guide, AJ, was exceptionally impressive.
AJ is passionate about Portland, and she demonstrated that perfectly. We enjoyed amazing food along with informative and entertaining insights. The lobster rolls, fish tacos, and smoked scallops were highlights, and the chowders, ice cream, and potato donuts were delightful. We loved every moment!
We enjoyed an amazing food tour led by AJ. Her insights into Portland, its top eateries, and the added historical context made the experience enjoyable and informative. The food was excellent, especially the lobster roll, which was packed with lobster. I highly recommend this great experience for our group of six.
Our tour with Timothy was fantastic for our small group of six. The choice of locations was spot-on, featuring the most incredible lobster roll I could ever imagine. Timothy’s extensive knowledge as a Maine native truly stood out; his stories about the area's history and geography really resonated with us and left us eager to return for further exploration.
The food was outstanding, and we learned so much about Portland! Our guide was well-informed about the city's history. We appreciated his choice of restaurants based on his personal experiences, and he was familiar with each menu item. The city itself was spotless, and the weather was ideal.
Ray was exceptional—very knowledgeable and friendly. I would gladly take the tour again just for him. I discovered a lot of fascinating information about the history of food and Portland.
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