Top Portland Seasonal & Special Occasions

Go beyond the sights of Portland, Maine and take a day trip to Salem, Massachusetts. The town of Salem is known for its famous witch trials that took place in 1692. Learn about the history of Salem on a guided tour through the town and see several landmarks including the Salem Witch Museum, the memorial, and Phillips House. On your way to Salem, stop in Kennebunkport to explore the historic village.

Brewery hop at brunch time with this fun daytime tour that takes visitors to some of Portland's best breweries! You'll start off at Bissel Brothers Brewing Company, known for their hoppy ales, before continuing on to Rising Tide Brewing, a husband-and-wife-owned operation, and on to Lone Pine Brewing Co. Although beer is what's on the menu for brunch, you'll get a breakfast-themed hand pie to soak up some of your libations.

Taste your way through the Portland area’s craft alcohol scene with a 3.5-hour, small-group tour of two breweries and a meadery. Sample a flight of the brews on tap at Maine Beer Company, and get an insider’s perspective on the state's cutting-edge craft brewing. Enjoy a tasting at Rising Tide Brewing Co., in the heart of Portland’s East Bayside neighborhood, then try Maine Mead Works' dry brews. Kick off the evening with a fun, small group of fellow drinks lovers, and finish your tour at The Craft Beer Cellar.

This leisurely walking tour allows you to visit and learn about the working waterfront that was essential for importing many goods and the exporting of alcohol during times of prohibition. As part of this historical journey, we will stop at three legendary Portland breweries for included samples: Shipyard Brewing Company, Gritty McDuff’s, and Liquid Riot Bottling Company.