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Top things to do in Bar Harbor

22 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Mount Desert Island
Park & nature5

Mount Desert Island

2,960 reviews

Mount Desert Island is the largest island off the coast of Maine and the scenic heart of New England's coastline, home to most of Acadia National Park, the lively harbour town of Bar Harbor, and some of the most dramatic meeting of mountain and sea on the US East Coast.

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What is the most visited attraction in Bar Harbor?

Mount Desert Island draws the most traveler reviews of anywhere we track in Bar Harbor, with 2,960 of them, rated 5.0 out of 5. Review volume is the closest honest proxy we have for how many people actually turn up, so it is what this list is ranked by.

Which place in Bar Harbor do visitors rate highest?

Acadia Mountain Guides Climbing School holds the highest rating in Bar Harbor among places with a meaningful number of reviews, at 5.0 out of 5 from 797 reviews. It is less busy than Mount Desert Island, which is often exactly why it scores better.

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Acadia Mountain Guides Climbing School

797 reviews

A professional climbing school in Bar Harbor offering guided climbs and instruction on Acadia National Park's granite cliffs and sea cliffs.

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Sight4

Bar Harbor Cellars Winery

219 reviews

Sample award-winning blueberry wines and fruit wines at a family-run winery on Mount Desert Island, just outside Acadia National Park.

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Sight5

Cadillac Mountain Summit Shuttle

55 reviews

A seasonal shuttle service that takes visitors to the summit of Cadillac Mountain, offering panoramic views of Acadia National Park and the Atlantic Ocean.

Park & nature
Park & nature5

Acadia GEM Electric Vehicle Rentals

51 reviews

Explore Acadia National Park sustainably with Acadia GEM Electric Vehicle Rentals, offering quiet, eco-friendly cars from Bar Harbor, Maine.

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Market4

The Acadia Country Store

39 reviews

A charming market in Bar Harbor offering local foods, gifts, and souvenirs with a friendly, small-town vibe.

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Market4.5

Mount Desert Island Farmers Markets

20 reviews

Seasonal farmers market in Bar Harbor offering local produce, crafts, and prepared foods from Mount Desert Island vendors.

Park & nature
Park & nature

Lamoine State Park

Camp and explore coastal Maine at Lamoine State Park, a quiet retreat on Frenchman Bay with rocky shores and stunning views of the Porcupine Islands.

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Sight

Jordan Pond

Jordan Pond is a pristine lake in Acadia National Park, famous for its crystal-clear waters and breathtaking mountain reflections.

Park & nature
Park & nature

Asticou Azalea Garden

A serene Japanese-inspired garden in Northeast Harbor, known for its azaleas, rhododendrons, and peaceful pond views.

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Sight

Frenchman Bay

Witness stunning sunrises over Frenchman Bay, a picturesque body of water dotted with islands and teeming with wildlife near Bar Harbor.

Entertainment
Entertainment

Jordan Pond House

Historic restaurant in Acadia National Park famous for popovers and stunning views of Jordan Pond and the Bubbles.

Entertainment
Entertainment

Criterion Theatre (Bar Harbor, Maine)

Historic 1932 movie theater in downtown Bar Harbor showing films and hosting live performances in an Art Deco setting.

Park & nature
Park & nature

Acadia National Park carriage paths, bridges and gatehouses

Historic stone carriage paths, bridges, and gatehouses built by John D. Rockefeller Jr., perfect for hiking and biking through Acadia.

Religious site
Religious site

Saint Saviour's Episcopal Church and Rectory

A historic Gothic Revival stone church in Bar Harbor, known for its stained glass windows and peaceful garden setting.

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Sight

Porcupine Islands

Paddle or cruise around the Porcupine Islands, a scenic archipelago in Frenchman Bay offering wildlife viewing and dramatic coastal landscapes.

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Sight

Cadillac Mountain

Cadillac Mountain is the highest point on the U.S. Atlantic coast, renowned for being the first place to see sunrise in the country.

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Sight

Somes Sound

A rare fjard on Mount Desert Island, Somes Sound features deep, narrow waters flanked by dramatic granite cliffs, offering striking scenery.

Park & nature
Park & nature

Acadia National Park

Acadia National Park offers rugged coastline, granite peaks, and diverse wildlife on Mount Desert Island.

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Sight

The Bubbles (Mount Desert Island)

Two rounded granite peaks in Acadia National Park, offering iconic views of Jordan Pond and the surrounding landscape.

Park & nature
Park & nature

Thuya Garden

A formal perennial garden on a hillside in Northeast Harbor, offering colorful floral displays and stunning ocean views.

Museum
Museum

Abbe Museum

Museum dedicated to Wabanaki history and culture, showcasing artifacts and contemporary art from Maine's Native peoples.