Mount Desert Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Mount Desert
Where to stay in Mount Desert
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.
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.
Pretty Marsh
If you're spending some time in Pretty Marsh, Acadia National Park and Long Pond are top sights worth seeing.
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
All amazing
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Hanscom's Motel and Cottages
Pet friendly, beautiful area and quiet and clean cottages
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Stone Park
Beautiful place that fit my every need. Just be aware if on the bottom floor the ceiling is thin.
Reviewed on 10 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
Popular places to visit
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.
Long Pond
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Long Pond during your travels in Pretty Marsh.
Carriage Roads
Enjoy a trip to Carriage Roads and popular activities such as hiking in Mount Desert. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.
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.
Echo Lake Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Echo Lake Beach during your trip to Mount Desert? Wander the waterfront or discover the area's mountain views.
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.
- Acadia National Park
- Jordan Pond
- Somes Sound
- Penobscot Mountain
- Maine Granite Industry Museum
- Perpendicular Trail
- Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
- Bar Harbor Whale Watching
- Cadillac Mountain
- Village Green
- West Street Historic District
- Otter Cliff
- Shore Path
- Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
- Thunder Hole
- Criterion Theater
- Bar Harbor Historical Society
- Asticou Azalea Garden
- Downeast Scenic Railroad
