Portland Observatory
Frequently Asked Questions


Phone Number: 207-253-1800

Address: 138 Congress Street, Portland, ME

Parking: Free street parking is available on any of the streets near the Tower. Please be respectful of other local businesses and do not park in areas marked 15 Minute Parking. Thanks.

Tickets: We do not have advanced ticket sales at this time. Tours are on a first come, first served basis.

ADA Accessibility: The Observatory is not fully ADA accessible

General
Information


Docent Guided Tours

Season Dates: May 24 - October 13, 2025

Spring Hours:

Monday – Friday
10:00 am – 4:00 pm, last entry at 3:30 pm

Saturday - Sunday
Start times: 10:00 am, 10:30 am, 11:00 am, and 11:30 am

Summer (June - August) Hours:

Monday - Wednesday
10:00 am – 4:00 pm, last entry at 3:30 pm

All tours are 45 minute tours Capacity: 10 people per tour


Season Dates: May 24 - October 13, 2025

Spring Hours:

Saturday - Sunday
Self-guided tours from 12:30 pm – 4:00 pm last entry at 3:30 pm.

Summer (June - August) Hours:

Monday - Wednesday
4:30 pm – 7:30 pm, last entry at 7:00 pm

Timed entry, 10 people every 30 minutes.

Self Guided Tours


Tickets

Adults: $10.00
Seniors/Military/Students: $8.00
Kids (6-16): $5.00
Kids (5 and under): free

Portland Residents, Adults: $5.00
Portland Residents, Kids (6 - 16): $3.00