Old Port December Holiday Historic Walking Tour

Holiday time in the Old Port is the place to be! Explore the Old Port and downtown Portland's rich history and places of interest from 1632 in this 2 ½ hour, 2-mile, exciting walking tour and historical adventure for all members of the family! Upon meeting in front of Longfellow Books (directly next to Monument Square and One City Center Parking Garage), then we will begin our tour in the center of Monument Square to discuss the origins of the Christmas Tree and the first Christmas celebrated in America. During our journey, we will discover over 50 historic stops, visit the magical Lobster Trap Tree in the heart of the Old Port, and hear the story of Charles Dickens “bizarre visit” to Portland in 1868. At the end of the tour, we will visit the outside of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's famous home (the oldest home on the Portland peninsula) where you'll hear the history of his famous poem Christmas Bells. Don't miss it - this holiday themed tour runs throughout the month of December! 

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Please note this tour might require walking on possible uneven, icy, or snow covered, cobblestone/Belgium block surfaces. Please wear comfortable and sturdy walking shoes regardless of the season.