The charming town of Kennebunkport, Maine has more than earned its reputation as a top tourist destination, with its captivating coastline, rich history, classic New England restaurants, and an eclectic array of boutique shops to peruse. If you want to truly get a feel for the history and culture of Kennebunkport during your visit, climb aboard a trolley tour and see this much-touristed town in a new light!
For over a century, Kennebunkport has been a popular summer destination for tourists visiting Maine. In the early 1900s, tourists would arrive by train and then take a trolley to their lodging.
Intown Trolley has revived that tradition by running trolley tours of the Kennebunks for more than 30 years, offering visitors a chance to learn more about the history of the area while also enjoying lovely views along the coast.
Climb aboard this vintage-style trolley and you’ll be treated to a fascinating glimpse into Kennebunkport’s long history, from the indigenous peoples who gave the area its name to the shipbuilding industry of the 1800s, along with more recent history.
The open-air trolley, with its quaint wooden benches and classic red-and-white exterior, will take you through town and along the coastline on a 60-minute educational adventure. There’s no better way to really get to know the Kennebunks.
After the trolley tour, set off on foot and explore the historic heart of Kennebunkport, where you’ll find buildings from the late 18th and early 19th centuries - around when the town was in its shipbuilding heyday.
A plethora of picturesque little gift shops, art galleries, and charming restaurants line the streets here alongside the beautiful Kennebunk River, just waiting to be discovered.
For more information about Intown Trolley, visit its website. And if you can’t get enough of trolleys, check out the Seashore Trolley Museum during your visit to Kennebunkport. It’s the largest museum of mass transit vehicles in the world!
Have you taken the Intown Trolley tour through Kennebunkport? What was your favorite part?
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