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 Island Artisans.
Somesville
You'll enjoy the bars and museums in Somesville. You might want to make time for a stop at Acadia National Park or Long Pond.
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
Visitors to Hall Quarry like its bars and parks, and Acadia National Park is a sight worth a stop.
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 Asticou Azalea Garden and Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse.
The Inn on Mount Desert
The staff was very nice and helpful. The breakfasts were great. The room was clean and overall we had a great stay!
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
The Pathmaker Hotel
Winter visit. The room was very clean. Had a perfect corner room with 4 windows. Breakfast was very good, also included a little fresh fruit. Nightly baked treats was also thoughtful and enjoyed. Perfect location, close to everything in town and the grocery store is across the street. I highly recommend ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Bar Harbor Manor
Very quiet, friendly front desk and always coffee/tea available. Will be back!
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Hanscom's Motel and Cottages
Room was very clean and roomy. Great use of space
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
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
Bar Harbor Condos
Amazing accommodations in a great location. Within walking distance of the shops, restaurants, and pier. The condo was comfortable, quaint and spotless — a wonderful place to unwind for the day. Eric and Tim were prompt in responding to my questions about the condo — which was greatly appreciated! ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
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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.
Bar Harbor Whale Watching
Enjoy an outing to Bar Harbor Whale Watching during your stay 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.
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.
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.
- Acadia National Park
- Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
- Bar Harbor Whale Watching
- Cadillac Mountain
- Village Green
- Otter Cliff
- West Street Historic District
- Shore Path
- Jordan Pond
- Thunder Hole
- Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
- Bar Harbor Historical Society
- Agamont Park
- Asticou Azalea Garden
- Criterion Theater
- Island Artisans
- College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum
- Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
- Somes Sound
- Heart of Acadia Loop
- Garland Farm
- Ocean Path Trailhead
- Thuya Garden
- Grant Park
