Downtown Bar Harbor Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo provided by Maine Office of Tourism.
Photo provided by Maine Office of Tourism.
Photo provided by Maine Office of Tourism.
Photo provided by Maine Office of Tourism.
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Bar Harbor showing general coastal views

Popular places to visit

Village Green which includes autumn colours and a park

Village Green

4/5(1 review)

Spend some time in this peaceful park in the center of Bar Harbor to experience the village’s thriving community spirit and heritage landmarks.

Village Green
Abbe Museum

Abbe Museum

At this fascinating Native American museum, learn about the four Indian tribes of the Wabanaki, who have inhabited Maine for thousands of years.

Abbe Museum

Criterion Theater

You can enjoy a show at Criterion Theater during your stay in Bar Harbor. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the hiking trails.

Criterion Theater

Bar Harbor Whale Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Bar Harbor Whale Museum during your travels in Bar Harbor. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the hiking trails.

Bar Harbor Whale Museum

Agamont Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Agamont Park and also enjoy the hiking trails in Bar Harbor. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its lively bars.

Agamont Park

Island Artisans

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Island Artisans during your travels in Bar Harbor. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the hiking trails.

Island Artisans

Activities

Bar Harbor: Haunted Ghost Walking Tour

Bar Harbor: Haunted Ghost Walking Tour

AU$46
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bar Harbor: Haunted Ghost Walking Tour
Savor Bar Harbor Culinary Walking Tour

Savor Bar Harbor Culinary Walking Tour

AU$245
per adult
Savor Bar Harbor Culinary Walking Tour
Private Fishing Charter in Frenchman Bay

Private Fishing Charter in Frenchman Bay

AU$1,453
per traveller
Private Fishing Charter in Frenchman Bay
Best of Bar Harbor Food Walking Tour

Best of Bar Harbor Food Walking Tour

AU$190
per adult
Best of Bar Harbor Food Walking Tour
Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Bar Harbor

Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Bar Harbor

AU$418
per adult
Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Bar Harbor
Savor Bar Harbor Culinary Walking Tour in Maine

Savor Bar Harbor Culinary Walking Tour in Maine

AU$245
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Savor Bar Harbor Culinary Walking Tour in Maine
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Our pick of the best Downtown Bar Harbor Hotel Deals

Main Street Motel

Main Street Motel

2.5 out of 5
315 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$668 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
AU$668
per night
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Stay at this motel in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (566 reviews)
"It was tucked away from the crowds of town but close enough to walk to everything. Easy access to the shore path and to head into Acadia’"

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Main Street Motel
Moseley Cottage Inn & Town Motel

Moseley Cottage Inn & Town Motel

3 out of 5
12 Atlantic Ave, Bar Harbor, ME
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (485 reviews)
"Beautiful spot. Quiet but close to everything."

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

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Moseley Cottage Inn & Town Motel
Acadia Hotel - Downtown

Acadia Hotel - Downtown

3 out of 5
20 Mount Desert St, Bar Harbor, ME
The price is AU$588 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$588
per night
20 July - 21 July
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (900 reviews)
"Lovely hotel. Great room. Great location in town. Noisy outside but worth it. Breakfast was a little weak but fine."

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Acadia Hotel - Downtown
Ivy Manor Inn Village Center

Ivy Manor Inn Village Center

3 out of 5
194 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (502 reviews)
Wonderful Inn in Bar Harbor
"Cutest hotel, right on Main Street. Best part was the courtyard with fire pits and live music every day."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

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Ivy Manor Inn Village Center
Bar Harbor Grand Hotel

Bar Harbor Grand Hotel

2.5 out of 5
269 Main Street, Bar Harbor, ME
Stay at this hotel in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Heating cooling element was not working right. Hanging smoke detectors. I expected more. Service was great though."

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

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Bar Harbor Grand Hotel
Downtown Apartments in Bar Harbor

Downtown Apartments in Bar Harbor

3 out of 5
6 Pleasant St, Bar Harbor, ME
The price is AU$635 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$635
per night
20 July - 21 July
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor Whale ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (9 reviews)
"Super convenient to the main street of shopping. Nice apartment."

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2024

Downtown Apartments in Bar Harbor
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Bar Harbor

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Hulls Cove

Waterfront views, bars and parks highlight some of the notable features of Hulls Cove. Make a stop by Acadia National Park while you're exploring.

Hulls Cove
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Stone Haven

While Stone Haven may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bubble Rock and Acadia National Park.

Stone Haven

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