Historic Bath Maine Neighborhood Walking Tour

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.

1. 1

   Stop 1

   10 min

   Significant Richardsonian Romanesque Revival library, built in the 1880s.

2. 2

   Sagadahoc Preservation, Inc.

   10 min

   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.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   1.2 hours

   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.

• 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.

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