Mysterious Lore & More Walking Tour
The Mysterious Lore & More Walking Tour takes you deep into the heart of Boothbay Harbor’s long and mysterious history! This walk through the town center is a wonderous combination of Boothbay Harbor’s hidden history, local lore, and unsolved mysteries that will leave you ruminating long after your tour has ended. Your entertaining local guide gives you a lay of the land and all the inside scoop on the harbor’s most mysterious unsolved death, Boothbay Harbor’s very own sea serpent, legendary tales surrounding many of the harbor’s islands, and how two rock stars saved the Boothbay Opera House from becoming a parking lot.
- Friendly, trained, and knowledgeable guide.
- Mysteries to unravel and legends to trip on.
- Explore the snickleways* of this quaint coastal New England town.
- Visit the iconic 1901 Footbridge, Boothbay Opera House, and Whale Park and enjoy panoramic views of Boothbay
- Harbor including schooners, lobster boats, and super yachts with tons of photo opportunities.
*Narrow places to walk along, leading from somewhere to somewhere else, usually in a town or city.
Duration
1.5 hours
Meeting point
The Bridge House in the middle of the 1901 Footbridge that connects the west and east sides of the harbor. 12 Granary Way, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538. Footbridge parking lot (pay by plate at pay stations) $2.00 per hour with all major credit/debit cards accepted.
Age
10+
Group size
Maximum 20 people
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible. Service animals allowed.
Cancellations
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a FULL refund. We ask for 24 hours’ notice so that we can open up the tour to other people who want to ride. We will cancel tours if there are dangerous weather conditions.
What to Expect
Fun and easy stroll along winding, hilly paved sidewalks and wooden walkways throughout the village center.
What’s included
- Map of Boothbay Harbor
- 10% off another Mysterious Harbor Tours e-bike or walking tour
- Lore and much more!
What’s not included
Parking, drinks, and a tip for your guide!
Itinerary
- 1901 Footbridge and Bridge House with views of the Burnt Island Lighthouse.
- Pier One—Legendary Harbor Islands.
- Boothbay Memorial Library with the story of town’s most mysterious unsolved death.
- Studio 53 Sculpture Garden—the Maine Captain and the French Queen.
- Boothbay Opera House—from Secret Society Lodge to international music venue.
- Mysterious Red Paint People and Samoset, who set an example for today.
- Whale Park—Here Be Monsters.
Check-in details
The Bridge House in the middle of the 1901 Footbridge that connects the west and east sides of the harbor. 12 Granary Way, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538. Footbridge parking lot (pay by plate at pay stations) $2.00 per hour with all major credit/debit cards accepted. Tour will wrap up at Neat next to the parking lot.
What to bring
- Comfortable clothing and walking shoes
- Water
- Sunscreen
- Light layers, rain jacket or windbreaker, if need be
- Phone/camera
- Hat/sunglasses
Restrictions
This tour involves a half mile of walking and standing on sometimes hilly and uneven terrain and may not be suitable for people with impaired mobility.