Portland Head Light and Fort Williams Walking Tour
From
£26
pp
1h 0 mins · 5.0 (9)
Learn about the rich history of Fort Williams park, Portland Headlight and Casco Bay on this guided walk. Designed for both history lovers and casual explorers, this tour offers an immersive journey from the majestic Portland Head Light, along the beautiful cliff walk path to the crumbling relics of the Fort's past. You will learn about Fort Williams and Portland headlight's storied past, from the American Revolution to World War II, with a knowledgeable local tour guide and have opportunities to stop for photos of the iconic lighthouse on this tour. The tour ends with an opportunity to explore the last unburied artillery battery and bunker at the park, a fun adventure that ties in the military history with exploration.
What to Expect:
Start Point: Portland Headlight Parking Lot
End Point: Ship Cove
Duration: Approximately 1 hour
Distance: About 0.8 miles of walking
Audience: Perfect for families, new visitors, history buffs, and anyone curious about Maine’s legendary coast.
Free cancellation
What's included
- Local stories
What's not included
- PARKING_FEES
Itinerary
- Receive a tour around beautiful Portland Head Light - the most photographed lighthouse in the world - and learn about its history. (10 min)
- Receive a guided historical tour on the hidden history of coastal defense at this beautiful Maine park. (40 min)
- Last stop of the tour. Reopened to public in 2026! Guests are free to explore at the end of the tour. (10 min)
Meeting & end point
Meeting point
Go to central For Williams Parking lot and meet by the white concrete ruins facing the lighthouse. (At the eastern edge of the lot)
End point
Go to central For Williams Parking lot and meet by the white concrete ruins facing the lighthouse. (At the eastern edge of the lot)
Practical information
- Operated by
- Jack's Tours
- Max group size
- 10 travellers
- Travellers per booking
- 1–10
- Languages
- en
- Confirmation
- INSTANT
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation available.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Important notes
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Must be able to walk ~1 mile over varied terrain. Wear comfortable shoes.
Frequently asked questions
The tour runs for around 1 hour. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.
What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.
We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.