Captain Moody’s gift to Portland.
Since 1807, the Portland Observatory has offered spectacular views of Portland’s busy harbor and served as a beloved symbol of the city’s rich maritime heritage. Named a National Historic Landmark in 2006, the Portland Observatory is the only known remaining historic maritime signal tower in the United States.
The Observatory is located at 138 Congress Street, on Munjoy Hill in the East End of Portland.
Guided Tours
Available daily from Memorial Day weekend in late May through Columbus Day in mid-October. Our tours are educational and entertaining for the whole family. Don’t forget your camera! Doors open at 10:00 am. Last tour departs at 4:30 pm. (Allow 45 minutes)
Sunset Tours
Offered Thursday evenings July 23 - September 10, 2009 from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm. Enjoy an extraordinary Maine sunset over Casco Bay. Amazing views from the observation deck will delight you as the sun sets behind the White Mountains. (Allow 45 minutes)
Admission
Adults: $7.00
Children: $4.00 ages 6-16; under 6 years old FREE with paid adult
Portland Residents: $5.00 adults; $2.00 children.
Discount available for AAA members. Greater Portland Landmarks members always admitted FREE of charge.
Observatory Rentals
The Observatory is a unique site conducive to small functions and is available for a modest fee from May through October. Please note that there is no running water at the Observatory, and that the building is unheated. Restrooms are available at the community center next door. A maximum of 48 people are allowed in the building at any one time, and a limit of 8 people may be on the lantern deck. Please email us or call for more information.
Please note that there is universal access by lift only to the first floor.