Somesville Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Jordan Pond
See the looming shapes of the “Bubbles” mountains reflected in the exceptionally clear and deep water of Bar Harbor’s glacial pond.
Long Pond
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Long Pond during your travels in Pretty Marsh.
Carriage Roads
Step back in time and explore Mount Desert Island along the network of roads that John D. Rockefeller, Jr. created in the early 19th century.
Somes Sound
Explore the waterfront of Somes Sound and enjoy other activities such as hiking in Mount Desert. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its lively bars.
Mount Desert Island Historical Society
After visiting Mount Desert Island Historical Society, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mount Desert. Amble around the area's waterfront or experience its museums.
Maine Granite Industry Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Maine Granite Industry Museum during your trip to Mount Desert. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the hiking trails.
Activities
Best of Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Bar Harbor & Acadia's Ocean Trailhead: GPS-Guided Audio Tour
Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Acadia National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Self Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour Acadia NP From Hulls Cove VC
Acadia Mount Desert Island: GPS-Guided Walking and Driving Bundle
Our pick of the best Somesville Hotel Deals
A Prism in the Wood
This was truly an exceptional stay. The house is an architectural gem built in 1994 allowing nature, light and beauty into the unique structure. Stefano was a perfect and generous host. I would recommend this stay to anyone wanting to be near Acadia but not near the tourism of Bar Harbor. It's truly ...
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
The Inn on Mount Desert
Great place, clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Bar Harbor Manor
Clean room. Friendly and helpful staff. Simple breakfast.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Ellsworth / Bar Harbor
The room was great, and the staff was very friendly and accommodating.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Acadia Ocean View Hotel
The room was perfect and staff was very friendly, regular continental breakfast included and compared to the other hotels in bar harbor this is absolutely the most bang for your buck.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center
Greeted by happy Jamaican staffs who made sure our stay was comfortable. Kids loved the free stuffed beavers. Room was clean and stocked well with linens and blankets. Balcony with ocean view was the best! Wanted a quiet cold vacation from Florida and it was a good trip. S’mores by the firepit at ...
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Somesville
Hall Quarry
Visitors to Hall Quarry like its bars and parks, and Acadia National Park is a sight worth a stop.
Pretty Marsh
If you're spending some time in Pretty Marsh, Acadia National Park and Long Pond are top sights worth seeing.
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.
