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Cadillac Mountain
Park
👍👍 Try to visit at sunrise. As of summer 2022 you need a reservation for your car. We went in July and I reserved my spot in April. We did a 3:15 am wake up time as the sunrise was at 4:55. Between getting up, driving from Bar Harbor, and sitting in the line to drive up the mountain we were there less...
4.90 (1.1K reviews)
2
Beehive Trail
Hiking area
Steep 1.4-mile trail with iron rungs & granite stairs to a lofty cliff-top offering ocean panoramas.
4.90 (367 reviews)
3
Agamont Park
Park
This bustling ocean-side park offers live events, open green space, trails & picnic spots.
4.70 (1.5K reviews)
4
C-Ray Lobster
Seafood restaurant
No-frills, family-owned joint featuring locally sourced lobsters eaten at outdoor picnic tables.
4.70 (901 reviews)
5
Bar Island Land Bridge
Hiking area
👍👍 We LOVED this place!
Things you need to know:
- You need to look up the high/low tide times
- If you start crossing before the bridge is clear, you will have wet shoes. Fix: bring water shoes. Bare feet are not recommended (sharp rocks and shell bits)
- It’s a 30-60 minute free activity. You walk to...
4.80 (384 reviews)
6
Sand Beach
Beach
Cove-style beach popular for wading, swimming, hikes & scenic views in a peaceful setting.
4.70 (734 reviews)
7
Bar Harbor Campground
Campground
Wooded campground offering tent & RV sites, plus a heated pool, free Wi-Fi & a shuttle stop.
4.70 (615 reviews)
8
Thunder Hole
Scenic spot
Natural rock inlet where waves crash with a thunderous boom & high-flying foam when seas are up.
4.60 (2.4K reviews)
9
Inn At Bay Ledge
Inn
Upscale inn offering quaint quarters with water views, plus an outdoor pool & a private beach.
5.00 (175 reviews)
10
Bar Harbor Grand Hotel
Hotel
Seasonal hotel in a replica 19th-century mansion, plus free continental breakfast & an outdoor pool.
4.70 (525 reviews)
11
Ocean Path Trailhead
Hiking area
Beginning of seaside trail tracing the Acadia coastline, with boulders, landmarks & wild roses.
4.80 (312 reviews)
12
Bar Harbor Motel
Motel
Unassuming rooms in a casual motel with free breakfast, an outdoor pool & trail access.
4.70 (506 reviews)
13
Atlantean Cottage B&B
Bed & breakfast
Historic rooms & suites in a polished B&B, plus free WiFi, snacks & hot breakfast.
5.00 (167 reviews)
14
Schooner Head Overlook
Scenic spot
👍👍 Nice overlook, but I came here to visit the Anemone cave. Its a little dangerous to visit with the tide coming in, but none the less a cool spot to see that is not really documented as an attraction in the park anymore.
4.90 (211 reviews)
15
Village Green
Park
Grassy, central town square with benches, a gazebo, summer concerts & a national park info center.
4.60 (1K reviews)
16
Havana
Latin American restaurant
Classy, colorful spot for upscale dinners featuring a contemporary blend of Latin & American food.
$$$ $
4.60 (1K reviews)
18
Mother's Kitchen
Sandwich shop
👍👍 The BEST! Very fresh ingredients, tons of coffee options & vegan options. Pickup is very easily accessible as well, we have been picking up a sandwich and then packing it on our hikes. I could eat here every day :)
$ $$$
4.80 (260 reviews)
19
Bar Harbor Inn & Spa
Inn
Quaint lodging in a bayside property offering free breakfast, waterfront dining, a spa & a gym.
4.60 (820 reviews)
20
The Inn on Mount Desert
Hotel
Charming guesthouse with casual rooms offering free Wi-Fi, plus harbor views, a garden & a fire pit.
4.70 (358 reviews)