Portland Walking Food Tour – Warm Donuts, History & Hidden Gems
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4.8/5
Based on 224 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Portland Walking Food Tour – Warm Donuts, History & Hidden Gems worth booking?
Portland Walking Food Tour – Warm Donuts, History & Hidden Gems is a 2-hour experience in Portland, United States, from $69 per person. It scores 78 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 224 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 78 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (224)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $69 per person
Portland, Maine is known for its culinary scene, including amazing donuts. With this tour, you'll get to sample from the city's best donut shops, while also learning of Maine's connection to the invention of the donut an
What you get
About this experience
Portland, Maine is known for its culinary scene, including amazing donuts. With this tour, you'll get to sample from the city's best donut shops, while also learning of Maine's connection to the invention of the donut and the city's history. Your tour guide will take you not only to the most famous of them all, The Holy Donut, to skip the line, but also to local favorites, that are equally delicious.
What's included
Included
- All Fees and Taxes
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Portland
Your guide will meet you on the sidewalk 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 100 local artists/makers. Find your guide on the corner out front for check-in.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Your guide will meet you on the sidewalk 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 100 local artists/makers. Find your guide on the corner out front for check-in.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- The Maine Donut Tour
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Requires ability to walk 1 mile, through a historic district that includes uneven wharf, and cobblestone surfaces at times.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 222 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Good for families
3 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
222 verified traveler reviews for Portland Walking Food Tour – Warm Donuts, History & Hidden Gems. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Perfect first day in Portland experience.
Fantastic experience. Who knew that history and donuts were such a great combination?!? Chris was incredibly knowledgeable and equally charming. Highly recommend.
via Tripadvisor
Quirky and fun!
We wanted to explore Portland, Maine with our adult children. We all had a great time learning quirky Portland history and experiencing their donut universe. Don’t plan on getting a full breakfast from this tour. The tour guide had donuts waiting at each shop and we got to sample a bit (and decide which ones to purchase later😊). It was a great way to explore Portland in a fun, relaxed way!
Response from the operator: We’re so glad your family had a great time exploring **Portland, Maine** together! We love combining the city’s quirky history and local stories with a variety of **donut tastings** along the way. It’s especially nice to hear that the samples helped you discover favorites to return for later. Thanks for making our **Portland walking food tour** part of your family’s visit! 🍩😊
via Tripadvisor
Great tour!
This was a great tour. There was something for both the adults and kids. The donuts were delicious, and Kris was able to accommodate the gluten restrictions for some of our party. Kris was also great about including our daughter and not just focusing on the adults. We highly recommend this tour.
Response from the operator: We’re so glad your whole family enjoyed the experience! Making our Portland walking tour engaging for both kids and adults is important to us, so it’s wonderful to hear your daughter felt included along the way. I’m also happy we could accommodate the gluten restriction while still providing some delicious local donut tastings. Thank you for spending part of your time in Portland, Maine with us and for the wonderful recommendation! 🍩😊
via Viator
Doughnut tour
Dylan was a great guide. He had good history anecdotes and answered inquisitive questions from children. It was a nice walking tour on a hot day, Dylan picked shaded spots to stop and tell the story of Portland and knew the best AC spot in the Doughnut shops. Doughnuts were incredibly good.
Response from the operator: We’re so glad you enjoyed exploring Portland, Maine with Dylan! It’s wonderful to hear that he kept the kids engaged with their questions while sharing the stories and history of the city, and that he found some welcome shade and A/C on a hot Portland day! Thanks for joining our Portland walking tour, and we’re especially happy the local donuts lived up to expectations. 🍩☀️😊
via Tripadvisor
Not to be missed!
Not to be missed! Learned so much about Portland’s history. Included 3 stops at local donut places. Deliciously fun! Such a unique way to learn all about Portland. Our tour guide, Chris, was AWESOME! Highly recommend this experience!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed discovering Portland’s history while sampling donuts from some of our favorite local donut shops. We love hearing that the tour provided a unique and memorable way to experience the city. I enjoy bringing Portland’s stories to life while keeping the experience fun and engaging. Thank you for the recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back to Portland, Maine again someday! 🍩🏙️😊
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Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 78
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 78
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Portland Walking Food Tour – Warm Donuts, History & Hidden Gems: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Portland.
How much does Portland Walking Food Tour – Warm Donuts, History & Hidden Gems cost?
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Prices start at $69 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Portland usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Portland Walking Food Tour – Warm Donuts, History & Hidden Gems take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Portland is not rushed.
Is Portland Walking Food Tour – Warm Donuts, History & Hidden Gems worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 78 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 224 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Portland, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Portland Walking Food Tour – Warm Donuts, History & Hidden Gems?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Portland Walking Food Tour – Warm Donuts, History & Hidden Gems suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Portland Walking Food Tour – Warm Donuts, History & Hidden Gems?
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Around 78 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Portland can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Portland and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Portland Walking Food Tour – Warm Donuts, History & Hidden Gems start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Portland within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Portland?
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Portland sells lighthouse and lobster-boat tours in Casco Bay, Old Port food and brewery walks, seal and puffin cruises, and fall foliage runs up the Maine coast. On Outty we rank every Portland experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Real Portland Tour: City and 3 Lighthouses Historical Tour with a Real Local, Portland, Maine: Hidden Histories Guided Walking Tour, A Walk Through Time Tour in Portland. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Portland?
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June to October, with peak foliage in early October. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Portland?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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