Discover the history behind Kennebunkport during a 2-hour walking tour with a local guide, who will take you around the quiet neighborhoods of the historic shipbuilding town.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Small group
- Limited to 10 participants
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 2.5 hours
- Starting time 2:00 PM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
Experience
Highlights
- Explore historic Kennebunkport during a 2-hour guided walking tour
- Learn about the history of Kennebunkport from an expert guide
- Indulge in a sweet treat at the end of the tour
Full description
Step into the quiet neighborhoods of the first residents during this 2-hour guided walking tour through the historic district of Kennebunkport, Maine. Learn from your local guide about the interesting history of the town as well as amusing anecdotes from the days of being a flourishing shipbuilding town.
The tour begins at the Dock Square and will immediately take you back in time to the thriving shipbuilding days of Kennebunkport, Maine. Stroll along Maine Street and weave your way through side streets, seeing the homes of the shipbuilders and merchants of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Your expert guide will tell you the fascinating history, fun stories, and interesting facts of the area.
Learn how “Poor Arundel” as it was known in 1743, become one of the wealthiest towns in Maine by 1810 and what happened at the Customs House during the shipbuilding era in the 1800s.
The tour ends back at Union Square, bringing you full circle. A local treat will be provided to sweeten the rest of your day in Kennebunkport.
Includes
- 2-hour walking tour
- Expert guide
- Sweet treat at the end of the tour
- Local taxes and fees
- Face masks
- Additional food
- Drinks
- Tips
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All required protective equipment is provided
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
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Meeting point
Tour meets at the center of Dock Square near the Civil War statue.
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Water
- Weather-appropriate clothing
Know before you go
- -This tour requires a considerable amount of walking.
- -The tour will take place rain or shine.