Best Lighthouse Cruises and Boat Tours in Maine

Photo: Heather Paul, 2010

From rocky islands to hidden coves, Maine’s 3,500-mile coastline is best explored from the water. Lighthouse cruises offer a front-row seat to some of the state’s most iconic landmarks. Whether you’re sailing past Portland Head Light at sunset, spotting seals near Burnt Island, or gliding across Penobscot Bay on a schooner, there’s no better way […]

Best Lighthouse Tours in Portland, Maine

Portland Head Light on the Coast

With its rugged coastline and bustling harbor, Portland is one of the best places in New England to experience Maine’s iconic lighthouses. From the towering presence of Portland Head Light to the island-bound glow of Ram Island Ledge, the coastline here is dotted with beacons that have guided mariners for centuries. The best way to […]

Best Lighthouse Tours in Maine

Ram Island Ledge Lighthouse

There’s no better way to experience the Maine coast than by visiting its historic lighthouses. And the best way to do that? Let someone else do the navigating. Whether you’re cruising past rocky islands on a schooner, hopping aboard a trolley bound for Portland Head Light, or sailing through Boothbay Harbor at sunset, Maine offers […]