Boothbay Harbor Mystery & History Walking Tour
Trace maritime legends, local lore, and unexplained stories along Boothbay Harbor
Duration
2 hours
Ideal For
Up to 12 people
Includes
Guided walk, Harbor views
Highlights
Explore Boothbay Harbor with a local guide as maritime history, local legends, and unresolved mysteries unfold along the waterfront. Take in harbor views while learning the stories behind the village's past.
- Hear tales of sea captains, smuggling, and long-buried mysteries
- Discover the history and lore woven through Boothbay Harbor
- Enjoy panoramic views of islands, lighthouses, lobster boats, and yachts
- Ask questions and engage with your guide throughout the walk
Itinerary
- Whale Park — Tales about seafaring history and America's birthplace on Damariscove Island.
- Pier One — Stories about legendary Outer Island Heron's lost grave and its ties to an English estate.
- 1901 Footbridge — Harbor views from America's longest wooden footbridge with smuggling-era tales.
- Auld-McCobb House — Oldest brick residence and mysterious Red Paint People history.
- Boothbay Memorial Library — Details about a decades-old most mysterious death.
- Captain Sawyer’s Place — Home of the last great Grand Banks fisherman and a ghostly widow's walk.
- Boothbay Harbor Shipyard — Traditional wooden boatbuilding and restoration.
- Tugboat Inn and Restaurant — 1917 tugboat with its captain still at the helm.
- Whale Park — The Great Boothbay Harbor Sea Serpent sightings of the Summer of 1831.
Important details
- Ages 10+ only
- Children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
- Requires walking and standing on hilly, uneven terrain
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before start. Tours may be canceled for dangerous weather; receive a full refund or reschedule if canceled due to inclement weather. For light rain, the guide and group decide at the tour time whether to proceed.
FAQs
Wear comfortable clothes and walking shoes. Bring sunglasses, sunscreen, a phone/camera, and a rain jacket or light layers if needed.
This tour involves walking and standing on hilly, uneven terrain, and it may not be suitable for people with impaired mobility.
Yes. Children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Meeting details
Whale Park town landing next to the public restrooms, 30 Commercial Street, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538