Welcome to Portland Explorer, your premier tour company offering the best land and sea experiences in Portland, Maine. Whether you’re cruising Casco Bay’s iconic lighthouses, uncovering the city’s rich history, or exploring Maine’s renowned craft beer and culinary scene, our expert-led tours offer something for every kind of explorer.
Owner and guide, Eric, Sitting on the Thomas Block, behind Custom House Wharf, Old Port Portland – 1987
Portland Explorer was formed from the merger of three of Portland’s top tour operators:
By merging these three established companies under the Portland Explorer name, we’ve created a one-stop destination for the best sightseeing, history, and beverage tours in Portland, Maine.
Our team brings together decades of expertise in tourism, hospitality, and event planning. With deep local connections and a passion for sharing the best of Maine, we’ve designed tours that are engaging, authentic, and unforgettable.
Our expert team knows Portland, Maine, inside and out.
Partnerships with Maine’s best breweries, restaurants, and attractions.
Personalized, high-quality, and engaging tours.
Offering the best lighthouse, history, sightseeing, and craft beverage tours all in one place.
Your tour will begin at the Portland Beer Hub, the home of Portland Explorer and the best craft beer bar and retail shop in Maine. Enjoy the following amenities as you comfortably wait for your tour to begin.
Monday – Sunday
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Proud Partner of Visit Portland
