I did not visit the Wadsworth-Longfellow House until I was in high school. Then I was amazed at the rich history it held for Portland citizens about one of its most well loved poets. For out-of-towners it is also a wonderful stop to see the well preserved home and hear informed docents detail Longfellow's early life in Maine. The gardens... More

We went to the house on a rainy day and there were problems with puddles to walk over, around or through and doors that were locked and difficult to open. Other than that, the tour was wonderful ~ and the guide knowledgeable. The rooms were amazingly small for the number of people who lived there in its heyday!

We had a good guide, and spent an interesting hour looking around and hearing about Longfellow's life both in Portland and elsewhere. Well worth it.

We didn't know that Longfellow spent his early childhood here. We went on a tour and stopped at the house. It was worth the time.

What can I say about such a historic place? The rooms are tiny and you can't be too tall to visit or you will hit your head on the ceiling. Beautifully maintained and brings you back to a time long forgotten. As you visit you can almost feel the spirit of this sad and gifted man whose life was filled... More

Was very excited to go to this dwelling. However when we arrived our guide was Peter. He was somewhat knowledgable but didn't speak enthusiastic about the history of the house. Can you say ....Bueller....Bueller! He was very stiff and got flustered at minor things. With that being said it was wicked to have walked where one of Americas great Poets... More

This guided tour will completely take you back in time. it is right next to the Historical Society which had a cool exhibit called "Wired" on display. A great way to kill some time and get out of the rain. However, you cannot take umbrellas, bags or cameras into the house. The gardens are lovely and the docent was completely... More

This is definetly a worthwhile tour. It is amazing that the house along with its original furnishings was in such great condition. The tour guide was very informative.

When you're getting tired of the shops and touristy stuff in Portland, make your way over to this wonderful piece of history. Our guide was extremely knowledgable about the house and the family. There were only 1 or 2 questions he couldn't answer - and the group we were in had lots of questions on a variety of things. Definately... More