The Eastern Promenade: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Portland, US

Highlights

  • Spectacular overlook of Portland Harbor and Casco Bay
  • Stories from a local about growing up on Munjoy Hill
  • Tips on birdwatching depending on the time of year
  • Self-guided audio tour with GPS technology
  • Narrated by a sound artist and avid bird watcher

Meeting Point

Start at the walkway by the corner of the only high rise building & Fort Allen Park. Before arrival, install the VoiceMap app and use the code provided on your ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart any time and complete at your own pace.

Meeting point

Portland, ME 04101 , United States

End point

End Point

The tour ends just before the East End Boat Launch.

Meeting point

Cutter St, Portland, ME 04101 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

Fort Allen Park

The route follows the Eastern Promenade from Fort Allen Park all the way down to the East End Beach boat launch.

2

Munjoy Hill

The Eastern Promenade forms part of the Munjoy Hill area.

3

Eastern Promenade Trail

Beautiful, historic Victorian houses line the Promenade across from Fort Allen Park. Highlights within the park include the historic bandstand and the Arctic Monument.

4

Eastern Promenade Trail

The Fort Allen Trail brings you down to the Eastern Prom Trail by the waterfront.

5

Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Company and Museum

The tour crosses railroad tracks that are linked to the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Company and Museum, but does not visit the museum. 

6

Pomroy Rock

The tour passes by the offshore outcropping known as “Pomroy Rock”. 

7

East End Beach

The tour passes by East End Beach

8

Portland Public Boat Ramp

The tour ends at the East End Beach Boat Launch. 

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

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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    Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Strollers can be used for the walkways but will have to be carried down the steps and over the railroad tracks to get to the waterfront.
Provided by VoiceMap Audio Tours

What our experts say

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    Download the VoiceMap app in advance.
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    Check for seasonal birdwatching tips.
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    Bring headphones for the best experience.
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    Stop at East End Beach for stunning views.
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    Enjoy Fort Allen Park before starting.

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