Mount Desert Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Mount Desert
Where to stay in Mount Desert
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.
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.
Otter Creek Inn
Wonderful staff, room and food offered. Friendly and cute setting close to outlets!
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
The Inn on Mount Desert
Great place to spend a night.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center
Beautiful
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Hanscom's Motel and Cottages
Layout was great, kitchen well euipped. Parking easy and convenient and hotel VERY responsive via text. Came in on a COLD night so room took a while to warm up, but not a big deal. Comfortable stay!
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Stone Park
Great rooms and service, highly recommended
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Bar Harbor Condos
Walked in to an immaculately clean place to stay for a night in Bar Harbor. Had everything we were looking for. We’ll definitely book with Tim and Eric again!
Reviewed on 7 Dec 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.
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- Acadia National Park
- Jordan Pond
- Maine Granite Industry Museum
- Somes Sound
- Penobscot Mountain
- 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
- Bar Harbor Historical Society
- Criterion Theater
- Downeast Scenic Railroad
- Asticou Azalea Garden
- Haystack Mountain School of Crafts
- College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum
