Step inside the gilded world of Bangor's 19th-century timber barons on this expert-led walking tour with the city's foremost historical authority. A rich, unhurried 90-minute journey through one of New England's most architecturally storied downtowns.
What to expect
The tour departs from the magnificent Thomas A. Hill House at 159 Union Street — itself a showpiece of Federal-period architecture — and winds through Bangor's landmark-dense downtown. Expert commentary covers the city's extraordinary rise as the 'Lumber Capital of the World,' the Gilded Age mansions that wealth built, and the architectural layers that still define the streetscape. Groups are capped at 25, keeping the experience pleasantly intimate and allowing genuine dialogue with your guide. The pace is relaxed and deeply informative.
Good to know
Advance ticketing required — tours sell out quickly. Tours run approximately 90 minutes. The Hill House is a short taxi ride from the port. In inclement weather, the tour moves indoors to the Hill House itself. Private group rates available by prior arrangement with the curator.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Bangor — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.