Lots of history and a great view of the Portland harbor with views of the lighthouses More

The Portland Observatory offers a great history lesson of how Portland grew. It also offers excerise as there are many steps to the top. Once the steps are climbed, the 360 degree view is much worth the climb. All of Portland and surrounding areas are visible, as well as the ocean and harbour. More

The views are fantastic and so is the history. This is the vantage point from which commercial shippers used to watch for incoming sailing ships, to line up dock workers to unload them. Each ship was identified by flags flying from its topmost mast. More

We learned a lot from our visit, the staff is very knowledgeable! More

Liked it, welcoming, easy-to-find, but didn't venture to top. Fee. More

The docents are very knowledgeable about this piece of Portland history. The admission is well worth it. There are a fair number of stairs to get to the top, however there is a short talk on each floor to explain the building's structure and use. The view from the top allowed people of the time to see ships coming into... More

Great views and historic interest. Fun things to do on Munjoy Hill as well. Great restuarants and walking distance of OldPort More

The docent who guided me was 86 ~ it was embarrassing how much quicker he was than I. The observatory sits on a hill and rises eight stories, the view of Portland is commanding. The historical & construction information is thorough, interesting and well presented. You can ask all the questions you want. And while you learn about the Observatory... More

You can climb up to the top and see the view over the city and Casco Bay. Tour guides are knowledgeable and will give you the history of this important observatory in a shipping city. Definitely check this out if you are visiting Portland. More