Southwest Harbor Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southwest Harbor
Where to stay in Southwest Harbor
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.
Manset
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Manset and surrounding area, you can visit Wendell Gilley Museum and Somes Sound.
Ocean’s Edge Tiny House Escape on MDI
The Claremont Hotel
Bar Harbor Manor
Staff was lovely and everything was very clean. It’s only a short walk to downtown and a short drive to Acadia.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Ocean’s Edge Tiny House Escape on MDI
Flying Mountain Townhouse
Very well appointed placed. Host very responsive.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
The Bungalow
Everything was clean and easily accessible. The kitchen supplied just about everything we needed for our 4 night stay. We just needed to purchase perishables. The location was perfect, close to Acadia National Park but on the quieter side. We even saw 3 deer right on the property!
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Popular places to visit
Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
Explore the lovely green spaces of Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead and also enjoy the hiking trails in Southwest Harbor. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Wendell Gilley Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Wendell Gilley Museum during your trip to Southwest Harbor. Wander the waterfront and scenic parks in the area.
Beech Cliff Loop
Enjoy a trip to Beech Cliff Loop and popular activities such as hiking in Southwest Harbor. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Activities
Best of Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Acadia National Park Self-Guided Driving Tour
Bar Harbor & Acadia's Ocean Trailhead: GPS-Guided Audio Tour
Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Maine Tour Bundle: Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle
