Downtown Bath, Maine and The City of Ships Walking Tour
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Duration 1.5 hours
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Small group tour
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Guided by an educator
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Recommendations for local attractions
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Focus on local history
Explore the rich history of Bath, Maine on a guided walking tour, immersing yourself in stories from over 400 years of maritime legacy.
Featured Reviews
Included
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Attention to the safety and comfort of each participant
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Guided, small group tour
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Recommendations on how to enjoy the rest of your visit to the area
Excluded
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Sunscreen, water
Explore the rich history of Bath, Maine on a guided walking tour, immersing yourself in stories from over 400 years of maritime legacy.
Highlights
Meeting Point
Come at least 5 minutes early; look for your guide in the middle of the park, adjacent to the river; she will be wearing a green backpack and carrying a clipboard.
61 Commercial St, Bath, ME 04530 , United States
End Point
Come at least 5 minutes early; look for your guide in the middle of the park, adjacent to the river; she will be wearing a green backpack and carrying a clipboard.
61 Commercial St, Bath, ME 04530 , United States
What to expect
Patten Free Library
19th century Revival Romaneque library containing historic artifacts.
Maine's First Ship
A replica of the Virginia, a pinnace built by the 1607 Popham colonists - the first recorded British shipbuilding.
Bath
A historic, charming, vibrant city with an intact 19th century downtown. A center of shipping and wooden shipbuilding in its 1850s hey dey.
Winter Street Center
A masterpiece of gothic New England church architecture, built in 1843.
Maine Maritime Museum
This experience is the perfect complement to a visit to Maine Maritime Museum, which is about 1 mile from downtown Bath.
Old Customs House
Grand and imposing 19th century Custom House, built in the 1850s to serve the 5th largest port in the United States: Bath, Maine.
Bath City Hall
Classical architecture with a soaring bell tower (and Paul Revere bell), overseeing the city of Bath from the corner of Front and Center.
Kennebec River
This experience starts on the shores of the Kennebec River, the second largest river in Maine, and a global center of wooden shipbuilding in the 19th century.
Linwood E Temple Waterfront Park
A beautiful, tree filled park with expansive views of the Kennebec River, plenty of shade and places to sit.
Additional Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What our experts say
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Arrive early to meet your guide.
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Check out nearby restaurants on Front St.
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Visit the Maine Maritime Museum nearby.
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Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
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Bring a camera for scenic views.
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