Your tourguide will pick you up from your hotel and we will travel Route 1 South to the Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory Tower, the tallest bridge observatory in the world! On the same site, high on the banks of the Penobscot River, is Maine's fully intact Fort Knox. The historic Cadillac granite fort is open for your exploration. We'll bring flashlights for the dark spaces! It's an amazing place for kids of all ages! From here we can continue south on Route 1 to Belfast, Maine. Free from the crowds of Bar Harbor, this historic fishing port has a unique life all it's own. Go to mainstreetmaine.org/belfast for more info on the belfast waterfront. The wharf walk and walking bridge, res...
Highlights
From 4 hours to 9 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 4 hours to 9 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
A fun, friendly, flexible local tour guide.
Bottled water
Admission to Penobscot Narrows Bridge Observatory Tower and Fort Knox State Historic Site
Plenty of time to stop for lunch or as you wish. Plenty of restaurants or lovely picnic spots too.
Snacks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Important 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
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Tallest bridge observatory tower in the world. 360 degree panoramas of the surrounding areas!
45 minutes
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Fort Knox Historic Site
Fort Knox was established in 1844 to protect the Penobscot River Valley against a possible future British naval incursion. Come explore the fort and discover this treasure of Maine and United States history. The Fort Knox Historic Site features one of the best-preserved examples of coastal defense fortifications constructed in the mid-1800s. It is America's first fort named after Major General Henry Knox.
45 minutes
3
Fort Point Light
Historic lighthouse on site of historic fort and oceanfront state park.
45 minutes
4
Searsport
See the widow walks of the historic sea captains' Victorian homes of seaside Searsport. Visit the Maritime Museum, check out the unique Main Street shops, or explore the coast.
5
Belfast
One of the best kept secrets on the coast! Visit Belfast's fully accessible waterfront with it's unique shops, restaurants, pier, and amazing walking bridge!
1 hour
6
Frankfort
If you want to take a side adventure to an amazing old quarry in the Maine countryside, just up the Penobscot River is the Mt. Waldo Quarry. Follow the old quarry road (steep, wide path, no climbing, but a steep ascent.) up the mountain for 1 mile, and discover a piece of Maine's past left behind on top of Mt. Waldo. Follow the loop trail all the way around the quarry for some awesome photo opportunities. Enjoy the incredible views, and an unforgettable experience!
1 hour and 30 minutes
7
Castine
Historic coastal village. Home of Maine Maritime Academy.
Acadia Mainland Coast Private Driving Tour
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Your tourguide will pick you up from your hotel and we will travel Route 1 South to the Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory Tower, the tallest bridge observatory in the world! On the same site, high on the banks of the Penobscot River, is Maine's fully intact Fort Knox. The historic Cadillac granite fort is open for your exploration. We'll bring flashlights for the dark spaces! It's an amazing place for kids of all ages! From here we can continue south on Route 1 to Belfast, Maine. Free from the crowds of Bar Harbor, this historic fishing port has a unique life all it's own. Go to mainstreetmaine.org/belfast for more info on the belfast waterfront. The wharf walk and walking bridge, res...
Highlights
From 4 hours to 9 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 4 hours to 9 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
A fun, friendly, flexible local tour guide.
Bottled water
Admission to Penobscot Narrows Bridge Observatory Tower and Fort Knox State Historic Site
Plenty of time to stop for lunch or as you wish. Plenty of restaurants or lovely picnic spots too.
