The Eastern Promenade Explore the sounds and vistas on an audio walking tour

The Eastern Promenade Explore the sounds and vistas on an audio walking tour

This scenic walk brings you through one of the most beautiful vistas in Portland, Maine. It starts with a spectacular overlook of Portland Harbor, Casco Bay and the islands, and continues down by the waterfront to East End Beach.

Along the way, you’ll hear stories from a local about what it was like growing up on Munjoy Hill and having access to the Eastern Prom. As you cross the railroad tracks, you’ll hear from the engineers that keep the historic steam engines running. Included are tips on what birds to look out for depending on the time of year.

Put on a pair of headphones and start the tour by downloading the app. The audio plays automatically at exactly the right place using your smartphone’s GPS. You may pause the walk at any time to take in the view.

This self-guided tour is narrated by Dianne Ballon - a sound artist, sound designer and an avid bird watcher. She invites you to discover through sight and sound the Eastern Promenade — a place she returns to in all seasons.

Itinerary
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Pass By: Fort Allen Park, Maine

The route follows the Eastern Promenade from Fort Allen Park all the way down to the East End Beach boat launch.

Pass By: Munjoy Hill, Portland, ME 04101, USA

The Eastern Promenade forms part of the Munjoy Hill area.

Pass By: Eastern Promenade, Portland, ME 04101

Beautiful, historic Victorian houses line the Promenade across from Fort Allen Park. Highlights within the park include the historic bandstand and the Arctic Monument.

Pass By: Eastern Prom Trail, Cutter Street, Portland, ME 04101

The Fort Allen Trail brings you down to the Eastern Prom Trail by the waterfront.

Pass By: Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Company and Museum, 58 Fore St, Portland, ME 04101-4842

The tour crosses railroad tracks that are linked to the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Company and Museum, but does not visit the museum. 

Pass By: Pomroy Rock, Portland, ME 04109, USA

The tour passes by the offshore outcropping known as “Pomroy Rock”. 

Pass By: East End Beach, Eastern Promenade Trail, Portland, ME 04101

The tour passes by East End Beach

Pass By: East End Boat Launch, Portland, ME 04101, USA

The tour ends at the East End Beach Boat Launch.