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Donut Tasting Walking Tour in Portland’s Old Port
Badge of ExcellencePortland, USA
- 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
A taste of the Northeast like no other, this fun and flavorful tour showcases some of the best donuts in Portland, Maine. Follow your guide around the streets of Portland in search of the sweet spots that locals love the most. This walking tour takes you around the Old Port to three of downtown’s donut shops where you’ll try six unique samples.
- Learn the legend of how the first ever donut was created in Maine
- Skip the line at the famous The Holy Donut shop
- Samples are included but feel free to purchase more donuts to enjoy
- Great for families of all ages, the tour is stroller and wheelchair accessible
Sample Menu
Dessert
Maine Potato Donuts made with riced potatoes (2 samples)
Think, the best chocolate cake you've ever had
Dessert
Old World Style Crueller (2 Samples)
Buttery, eggy deliciousness!
Dessert
Fresh Made to Order Gourmet Bite-Sized Donuts (2 samples)
Still warm and super fun toppings
What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 2 Exchange St, Portland, ME 04101, USA
Your guide will meet you in front of The Maine Souvenir Shop, 2 Exchange St, 15 minutes prior to your tour time. The shop is a fun place to explore before the tour, as they support over 70 local artists/makers. We will find you for check-in and make an announcement in the shop prior to departure.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Requires ability to walk 1 mile at a casual pace.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Featured review
Emily_B
Liam was great! He was very knowledgeable about the history of Portland, and we stopped at important landmarks. The donuts were delicious too of course! Would recommend to anyone going to visit Portland.
Reviews
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81 reviews
sharon_m, Oct 2023
We booked this tour at the last minute and are glad we did. We were on cruise and loved the small group experience compared to what the cruise line offered. The tour offers a guided walking tour of the downtown, mixed with donuts. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and was a great guide. We took our two kids that are 10 and 12 and it was just the right amount of walking, history and donuts for them. They even learned some history. Overall it was a fantastic experience.
Response from Host, Feb 2024
We're so happy you chose us for your family tour experience in Portland- donut stop adventuring!
Savannah_H, Oct 2023
We had an amazing time on the tour and loved the 3 donut stops! They were all very different and satisfied our sweet tooth for the day. We learned just the right amount of history to not be overwhelming. We would definitely recommend this short and sweet tour!
Response from Host, Feb 2024
YOU are amazing! We're so happy you joined us. - Kris
Carrie_H, Oct 2023
What a fun time! We learned a lot about the intriguing history of Portland. Ben was so knowledgeable. And the donuts! Wow. Is all I have to say. So hard to pick a favorite!
Response from Host, Oct 2023
Thank you, Carrie. Portland IS such a fascinating small city. We’re fortunate to have Benny on our team, and such amazing donut bakery partners!
Pamela_C, Oct 2023
Ben was a great guide, knowledgeable and friendly! Donuts were delicious, and we learned a lot about Portland.
Response from Host, Oct 2023
“Knowledgeable, friendly, and delicious!?” —- thanks, Pamela!
Luanda_R, Sep 2023
We learned a lot of Portland history. Ben was an entertaining and gracious guide and host. And the doughnuts were spot on! The “churro” from HIFI was the favorite!
Response from Host, Sep 2023
Thanks, Luanda. We’re happy you enjoyed our mix of local history and “spot on” doughnuts! Oh the Churro 😍
Sheila_C, Sep 2023
Ben wan an excellent tour guide! His knowledge of not only donuts but all of Maine was very impressive and made the tour that much more enjoyable!
Response from Host, Sep 2023
Thank you for sharing of your 5* experience, Sheila!
jodi_k, Aug 2023
The tour guide was very nice. For the price of the tour a drink whether it was coffee, tea or water should have been included. It would have been nice to be given an option on donut choices.
Response from Host, Aug 2023
Jodi, we’re happy to hear that you enjoyed your guide and appreciate your feedback. Understandably touring with your party of 6 was quite an investment for you. Donut selections are made ahead of time based upon the most popular choices per shop and fun seasonal selections. Provided market costs, our offer of a full historical tour and 6 samples, we do offer time for drinks at our stops, at additional cost.
Nelia_E, Aug 2023
We had a great time not only tasting some DELICIOUS donuts, but also listening to a great historic recap of Portland as well! Our guide was great fun!
Response from Host, Aug 2023
No doubt our donut partners provide “Delicious”, and we’re glad you also enjoyed the historic info as well!
Elizabeth_M, Aug 2023
We bought the tour when our granddaughter came to visit thinking donuts are the way to a girl's heart! What we didn't expect was the wonderful historical tour of Portland that included 3 wonderful donut stops! Our tour guide, Benjamin, was friendly, enthuastic and very knowledgable. I would recommend this tour for everyone, including locals looking for something different to do with guests!
Response from Host, Aug 2023
Elizabeth, we’re so happy all generations found what they were looking for in our tasty historic experience.
Laura_S, Jul 2023
Wonderful food and history tour. Perfect for families. Enjoyed the lovely walk around the city while getting tasty treats. Benny was very knowledgeable and gave great tips for our trip.
Response from Host, Jul 2023
Thank you, Laura. We enjoy our multi-generational groups very much- donuts are fun for all! Glad you found additional value in our recommendations as well. Adventure on!
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