Mount Desert Island Travel Guide
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Downtown Bar Harbor
While visiting Downtown Bar Harbor, you might make a stop by sights like Village Green and Criterion Theater.
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.
Seawall
While there might not be top attractions in Seawall, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Asticou Azalea Garden.
Otter Creek
Bars and parks are just a few things travellers like about Otter Creek. A stop by Acadia National Park is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
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.
Seasider Motel
Great staff
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Bar Harbor Manor
Very cute hotel, right next to downtown area so we were able to walk to town each day. Parking lot available right there as well. Only 7 mins from Acadia! So convenient. Nice spacious room as well! We had a private door with a little balcony as well.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor - Acadia Natl Park by IHG
Great view and location. Rooms recently renovated.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Hanscom's Motel and Cottages
Clean cottages, nice shared spaces.. Very close to Acadia.. It was perfect for our family trip to Acadia.. Kitchen was provided with dinner ware, glasses, cups, knives and coffee machine.. Smooth check in..
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Hinckleys Dreamwood Cottages
Loved the manager and how he was very helpful. Cabin was clean and very functional for 2 people.
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Bar Harbor Condos
It’s was lovely! A very special and beautiful property! Wonderful to be able to walk to dinner and shops. Unfortunately, with only a one-night stay, the late check-in (4p) and early checkout (10a) felt a bit rushed. It would be best enjoyed with more nights, or a slightly later checkout. Still an ...
Reviewed on 29 Aug 2025
Popular places to visit
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
Explore the lovely green spaces of Acadia National Park's Visitors Center and also enjoy the hiking trails in Bar Harbor. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Cadillac Mountain
Drive or hike to the top of Mount Desert Island’s tallest mountain at daybreak and you will be the first person to view sunrise in the United States.
Village Green
Spend some time in this peaceful park in the center of Bar Harbor to experience the village’s thriving community spirit and heritage landmarks.
Otter Cliff
Hone your photography skills by taking artistic images of this towering headland while you listen to the soothing sound of waves lapping the rounded stones at its base.
Thunder Hole
Nature’s magic produces a thunderclap illusion and offers panoramic views of the coastline at one of Acadia National Park’s most popular attractions.
Jordan Pond
See the looming shapes of the “Bubbles” mountains reflected in the exceptionally clear and deep water of Bar Harbor’s glacial pond.
Activities
Best of Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Bar Harbor & Acadia's Ocean Trailhead: GPS-Guided Audio Tour
Self Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour Acadia NP From Hulls Cove VC
Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Acadia National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Acadia Ocean Path Trailhead App-Based Self-Guided Audio Tour
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- Acadia National Park
- Acadia Repertory Theater
- Visit Alna
- Visit Bailey Island
- Bar Harbor Holidays
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- Visit Buckfield
- Visit Casco Bay Islands
- Visit Cutler
- Visit Dedham
- Visit Deer Isle
- Gorham Mountain Trail
- Visit Greenville Junction
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- Visit Milbridge
- Visit New Portland
- Visit Oakland
- Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
- Visit Sargentville
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- Visit Squirrel Island
- Visit Tenants Harbor
- Visit Thomaston
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