What to do in Southwest Harbor, ME

Activities, attractions and tours

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A harbor with multiple boats docked, surrounded by a coastal town with houses and greenery.
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Things to do

Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

฿502
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Historic Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour Guide

Best of Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

฿502
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Best of Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Self Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour Acadia NP From Hulls Cove VC

Self Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour Acadia NP From Hulls Cove VC

฿318
per traveller
Self Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour Acadia NP From Hulls Cove VC
Acadia National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Acadia National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

฿535
per traveller
Acadia National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Acadia National Park Ranger-led Bicycle Tour

Acadia National Park Ranger-led Bicycle Tour

฿2,510
per adult
Acadia National Park Ranger-led Bicycle Tour
Best of Bar Harbor w/ Thunder Hole and Acadia National Park

Bar Harbor Premium Driving Tour With Acadia National Park & Lobster Roll

฿5,322
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bar Harbor Premium Driving Tour With Acadia National Park & Lobster Roll
Bar Harbor: Small Group Food Tour with Lobster Rolls

Bar Harbor: Small Group Food Tour with Lobster Rolls

฿3,983
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bar Harbor: Small Group Food Tour with Lobster Rolls
Kids Acadia National Park Self-Guided Driving Tour 3-8 yrs old

Kids Acadia National Park Self-Guided Driving Tour 3-8 yrs old

฿502
per traveller
Kids Acadia National Park Self-Guided Driving Tour 3-8 yrs old
Self-Guided Driving & Walking Bundle of Maine Tours

Maine Tour Bundle: Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle

฿1,338
per traveller
Maine Tour Bundle: Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle
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Narrated Bus Tour of Bar Harbour and Acadia National Park

Narrated Bus Tour of Bar Harbour and Acadia National Park

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 658 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was ฿2,276 and current price is ฿2,048 per adult
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Savour Bar Harbour Culinary Walking Tour

Savour Bar Harbour Culinary Walking Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.0 out of 10 with 39 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿5,408 per adult
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Acadia Full Day Small Group Tour & Hike

Acadia Full Day Small Group Tour & Hike

Activity duration is 8 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿14,432 per adult
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What to do in Southwest Harbor

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Beech Cliff Loop

10.0/10 (10 reviews)
Scale Beech Cliff's iron ladders for panoramic views of Echo Lake and Acadia's wilderness. The challenging trail rewards hikers with breathtaking vistas of the Atlantic Ocean and surrounding mountains.
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Where to stay in Southwest Harbor

Find the best Southwest Harbor areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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Manset

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Manset and surrounding area, you can visit Wendell Gilley Museum and Somes Sound.

Frequently asked questions

Is Southwest Harbor worth visiting?
Whether you plan to experience the local charm and cultural highlights or sample unique foods and explore in nature, there are many things to do in Southwest Harbor.
How do I spend a day in Southwest Harbor?
Start your day with a visit to Bubble Rock and Echo Lake Beach. Then, explore different parts of Southwest Harbor for local restaurants and some shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Southwest Harbor?
Don't leave without visiting Acadia National Park, rated the top tourist attraction in Southwest Harbor.
Is three days enough to stay in Southwest Harbor?
Three days will be enough time to tick off the leading city highlights, such as Acadia National Park, Jordan Pond and Echo Lake Beach. The average stay in Southwest Harbor is three days. If you have the time to extend your escape, Bar Harbour isn't far away.
Is Southwest Harbor a walkable city?
Some leading attractions in Southwest Harbor, like Echo Lake Beach and Northeast Harbour Golf Club, are within walking distance. You can also experience several of the city's neighbourhoods on foot. Only 2 kilometres from central Southwest Harbor is Manset and Bernard is 5 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Southwest Harbor with kids?
If you're searching for activities and attractions for all ages, have a look at these excellent ideas for what to do in Southwest Harbor with kids.
What to do in Southwest Harbor for adults?
There's no shortage of things to do in Southwest Harbor, with activities for adults of all ages. Cap off your day with a visit to Maine Granite Industry Museum or Naturalist's Notebook.
Are there free things to do in Southwest Harbor?
From visiting parks to wandering around hip neighbourhoods, it's easy to find free things to do in Southwest Harbor. If you're stuck for ideas, get some tips from a local tour guide. Echo Lake Beach is a great spot for anyone wishing to save on their sightseeing adventures.