Mount Desert Island, ME
Travel Guide
Visit Mount Desert Island
Where to stay in Mount Desert Island
Downtown Bar Harbor
If you're spending some time in Downtown Bar Harbor, Village Green and Criterion Theater are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Seawall
Seawall might not have many top sights, but Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Asticou Azalea Garden are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Hall Quarry
Bars and parks are just a few things travelers like about Hall Quarry. A stop by Acadia National Park is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Otter Creek
Travelers enjoy Otter Creek for its bars and parks. Consider checking out Acadia National Park while you're in the area.
Manset
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Manset and surrounding area, you can visit Somes Sound and Asticou Azalea Garden.
The Inn on Mount Desert
Cozy, nice, clean rooms. Breakfast options cooked to order, and nice presentation.
Reviewed on 2026/4/10
Bar Harbor Manor
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel and would highly recommend it. The room was spacious, clean, and very comfortable, and the balcony was a great bonus, it made the stay feel even more relaxing. The location was extremely convenient, just a short walk into town where there are plenty of restaurants ...
Reviewed on 2026/4/6
The Pathmaker Hotel
In the heart of Bar Harbor, clean, comfortable rooms, helpful staff, amazing breakfast. Walkable location.
Reviewed on 2026/4/11
Hanscom's Motel and Cottages
Super cute cottage. Very clean, and very comfortable. Easy check in. Loved that you could tip housekeeping through Venmo!!!!
Reviewed on 2026/3/14
Hinckleys Dreamwood Cottages
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 2026/2/24
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 Watch Co
Enjoy an outing to Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co during your stay in Bar Harbor. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Cadillac Mountain
Drive or hike to the top of Mount Desert Island’s tallest mountain at daybreak and you will be the first person to view sunrise in the United States.
Village Green
Spend some time in this peaceful park in the center of Bar Harbor to experience the village’s thriving community spirit and heritage landmarks.
Otter Cliff
Hone your photography skills by taking artistic images of this towering headland while you listen to the soothing sound of waves lapping the rounded stones at its base.
Jordan Pond
See the looming shapes of the “Bubbles” mountains reflected in the exceptionally clear and deep water of Bar Harbor’s glacial pond.
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- Visit Aurora
- Northeast Harbor Golf Club
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- Visit Sandy Point
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- Visit Cherryfield
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- Visit Franklin
- Visit Vinalhaven
- Visit Hancock
- Visit Winter Harbor
- Abbe Museum
- Visit Deer Isle
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- Jordan Pond
