Mount Desert Island Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Mount Desert Island
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.
Hall Quarry
The bars and parks are just a few features travellers like about Hall Quarry. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Echo Lake Beach and Somes Sound are a few top places to visit.
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.
Somesville
Travellers enjoy Somesville for its bars and museums. Consider checking out Acadia Repertory Theater while you're in the area.
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.
Bar Harbor Manor
My stay at the Bar Harbor Manor was very special. The hotel was spotless and very comfortable. Also it was in the center of town and very convenient to everything. I'll definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
The Inn on Mount Desert
Friends, warm staff, very clean rooms.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
The Pathmaker Hotel
This was such a wonderful experience. Beautiful, clean, cozy, comfy bed- we will be back for sure!
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Hanscom's Motel and Cottages
Pet friendly, beautiful area and quiet and clean cottages
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Hinckleys Dreamwood Cottages
We were lucky to find this last minute accommodation. We were traveling and it was late at night. Dreamwood had one cottage available and it was perfect. It was clean and very comfortable. I highly recommend dreamwood cottages.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Lighthouse Cabins Maine
One of the most adorable places I’ve stayed! Super clean, comfortable. Host was very accomodating
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
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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
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cadillac Mountain during your travels in Bar Harbor. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the hiking trails.
Village Green
Explore the lovely green spaces of Village Green and also enjoy the hiking trails in Bar Harbor. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Jordan Pond
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Jordan Pond during your travels in Mount Desert. Wander the waterfront and scenic parks in the area.
Otter Cliff
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Otter Cliff during your travels in Bar Harbor. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the hiking trails.
Thunder Hole
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Thunder Hole during your travels in Bar Harbor. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its lively bars.
- Acadia National Park
- Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
- Bar Harbor Whale Watching
- Cadillac Mountain
- Village Green
- West Street Historic District
- Jordan Pond
- Otter Cliff
- Shore Path
- Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
- Thunder Hole
- Criterion Theater
- Bar Harbor Historical Society
- Asticou Azalea Garden
- Heart of Acadia Loop
- Garland Farm
- Agamont Park
- Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
- College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum
- Thuya Garden
- Bracy Cove
- Ocean Path Trailhead
- Somes Sound
