Historic Bath Maine Neighborhood Walking Tour Discount Tickets

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Overview

A fun and memorable guided walking tour of the delightful Washington Street Federal Historic District neighborhood in the heart of charming Bath, Maine, a 19th century shipping and shipbuilding powerhouse. Learn about the private lives of the millionaire shipbuilders and sea captains who lived there, while admiring their stunning Federal, Greek Revival, Italianate, Queen Anne and Colonial Revival mansions. Leave with insights about Maine and American history, museum quality photos to share, and tips on how to make the most of your visit, from shopping and dining in Bath, to exploring Maine's other coastal communities. This tour, led by a local educator, is sure to be a "hidden gem" highlight of your visit to Maine's coast.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Meet at the gazebo in the park located here, at the Patten Free Library.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Patten Free Library
Significant Richardsonian Romanesque Revival library, built in the 1880s.
Duration: 10 mins
2. Sagadahoc Preservation, Inc.
Anchor to Washington Street Historic District, a gothic-style church, built in 1843 and considered to be the masterpiece of the architect, Anthony Coombs Raymond.
Duration: 10 mins
3. Bath
For the rest of the walking tour will amble through the Washington Street Historic District, learning about an array of American architectural styles, and hearing stories about the shipbuilders and sea captains and their families who lived in the exquisite mansions that line street during Bath's 19th century shipbuilding heyday.
Duration: 70 mins

Inclusion

Primary source photos and other documents for insight into changes to the buildings over time.

Tips for making the most out of the rest of your visit.

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Service animals allowed

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

About a 1.5 mile round trip walk, with a slight uphill.

Supplied by Embark Maine Tours

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