Portland Lighthouse Historical Trolley Tour

Hop on the “Guardians of the Harbor” trolley tour, a narrated journey with three lighthouse stops. Explore Portland’s maritime history and scenic beauty, disembarking at each location.
First, visit Bug Light Park and the Liberty Ship Memorial, reflecting wartime shipbuilding. Next, discover Fort Preble and Spring Point Ledge Light, learning its unique construction and the remaining WWII gun batteries. Finally, witness the iconic Portland Head Light at Fort Williams Park, Maine’s most vital and the nation’s third oldest lighthouse, also revealing remnants of coastal defenses.

The nation’s third oldest lighthouse and one of Maine’s most important beacons. This area also features great examples of remnants of coastal defenses.

Meeting Point

170 Commercial St

170 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101, USA

Longwharf Building, middle booth (White building with blue roof)

What's included:

• Guide

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes

Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse

2 Fort Rd, Southern Maine Community College Campus, South Portland, 04106-1611, Maine

It's a well-preserved example of a caisson-style lighthouse and has been a part of Portland Harbor's history since 1897.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Fort Preble

South Portland, Maine

Built in 1808, the fort was designed to protect Portland Harbor during the War of 1812 and subsequent conflicts.
Fort Preble played a role in the War of 1812, served as a recruiting depot and mobilization site during the Civil War, and saw action in the Battle of Portland Harbor.

Pass by without stopping

Liberty Ship Memorial

Bug Light Park, 0 Madison St, South Portland, 04106 , Maine

The South Portland Shipyards, a key part of the war effort, built 236 Liberty Ships, which significantly contributed to the Allied victory.
The memorial honors the thousands of men and women who worked in the shipyards, the seamen who served on board, and the South Portland residents who lived near the busy shipbuilding center.

It serves as a reminder of the city's rich shipbuilding history and its crucial role in World War II.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Portland Head Light

1000 Shore Rd, , Cape Elizabeth, 04107-1916, Maine

Built in 1791, it's Maine's oldest lighthouse, offering a glimpse into the state's maritime history.
The lighthouse serves as a navigational beacon, guiding ships into the busy Port of Portland.

It's a popular tourist destination, with the tower itself offering panoramic views of the coast and surrounding lighthouses.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included