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 Criterion Theater.
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.
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.
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.
Pretty Marsh
If you're spending some time in Pretty Marsh, Acadia National Park and Long Pond are top sights worth seeing.
The Inn on Mount Desert
The room is spotless. Also it’s an ocean style room, which is really beautiful and refreshing.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center
Beautiful
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor - Acadia Natl Park by IHG
Great spot. Hotel was clean and staff was friendly. Bed was comfortable. Breakfast was good and plenty. My grandson enjoyed the pool.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
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
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
Lighthouse Cabins Maine
One of the most adorable places I’ve stayed! Super clean, comfortable. Host was very accomodating
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
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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.
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.
Thunder Hole
Nature’s magic produces a thunderclap illusion and offers panoramic views of the coastline at one of Acadia National Park’s most popular attractions.
Things to do
Best of Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Self Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour Acadia NP From Hulls Cove VC
Bar Harbor & Acadia's Ocean Trailhead: GPS-Guided Audio Tour
Acadia National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
