Bar Harbor, Maine
Nestled in Maine's Frenchman Bay on Mount Desert Island lies the quaint town of Bar Harbor. The wealthy have flocked to the area since the early 1900s, making it a fashionable summer resort filled with Newport-style "cottages," though many were razed in a catastrophic fire in 1947. As you approach the shore, gaze upon the many unique lighthouses still standing guard over 3,478 miles of Maine's coast. Bar Harbor is the gateway to Acadia National Park, established 1919 and one of the most visited national parks in America. A haven for nature lovers, its 35,000 acres are home to sea-scoured shores, forested mountains and rocky cliffs overlooking sparkling lakes. You can cycle, drive, hike or trot by horse-drawn carriage through the park's postcard-perfect scenery and along 27-mile Park Loop Road that ribbons around the island and wends its way up to the summit of Cadillac Mountain. And you can't leave Maine's shores without feasting on a traditional "downeast" meal, a lobster bake with all the trimmings.
Points of Interest
- Acadia National Park
- 27-Mile Park Loop Road
- Cadillac Mountain
- Thunder Hole
- Victorian Bar Harbor
- Lobster Bake
- Cranberry Islands
- Lighthouses
Victorian Bar Harbor Guided Walking Tour
- Victorian Bar Harbor
A costumed guide leads the way on a walking tour through the manicured streets of Bar Harbor. Stop to admire the interior of St. Saviour's Church.
Moderate Activity
$49.95
Lulu Lobster Boat Ride
- Acadia National Park
- Cadillac Mountain
- Victorian Bar Harbor
- Lighthouses
Learn what it takes to fish lobster in Maine with a cruise aboard a traditional Downeast lobster boat. Take in Egg Rock Lighthouse, Acadia National Park, and the Porcupine Islands.
Easy Activity
$59.95
Victorian Villages Of Mount Desert Island
- Victorian Bar Harbor
Discover the exclusive Victorian neighborhoods of Seal Harbor and Northeast Harbor with a little time to explore the charming shops there. Drive along Somes Sound, the only fjord on the east coast of North America.
Moderate Activity
$69.95
Acadia National Park Loop Road
- Thunder Hole
- Acadia National Park
- 27-Mile Park Loop Road
Enjoy a leisurely drive along the coastline of Acadia National Park and the 27-mile Park Loop Road.
Easy Activity
$69.95
Somes Sound & Historic Lighthouse
- Thunder Hole
- Victorian Bar Harbor
- Cranberry Islands
- Lighthouses
- Acadia National Park
Discover some of Maine's most beautiful lighthouses on a jet-powered catamaran cruise through the craggy peninsulas, inlets and islands surrounding Acadia National Park. An on-board historian will provide commentary.
Easy Activity
$74.95
Acadia National Park & Cadillac Mountain
- Victorian Bar Harbor
- Cranberry Islands
- Acadia National Park
- 27-Mile Park Loop Road
- Cadillac Mountain
Designed for travelers who prefer a minimum amount of walking. Enjoy a leisurely drive along the coastline of Acadia National Park and the 27-mile Park Loop Road. Take in the views from majestic Cadillac Mountain.
Easy Activity
$79.95
Sea Kayaking Frenchman Bay
- Cadillac Mountain
Outdoor enthusiasts will thrill to discovering the natural beauty of Frenchman Bay and Bar Harbor's historic waterfront from the seat of a sea kayak.
Strenuous Activity
$84.95
Acadia National Park & Cadillac Mountain (Partially Wheelchair Accessible)
- Victorian Bar Harbor
- Cranberry Islands
- Acadia National Park
- 27-Mile Park Loop Road
- Cadillac Mountain
Tour BHB-101 is the same as BHB-100 and uses the same transportation. Wheelchair confined guests must book tour BHB-101. Able bodied family members and friends must book BHB-100. You will travel together. Guests with collapsible wheelchairs who can manage 3 to 5 steps boarding the bus should book BHB-100. Collapsible wheelchairs and scooters can be stored.
Wheelchair Accessible, Easy Activity
$89.95
Local Connections: Best of Both Worlds with Captain John
- Thunder Hole
- Acadia National Park
Enjoy a leisurely drive along the coastline of Acadia National Park and the 27-mile Park Loop Road. Photo stop at Thunder Hole. Delve into Take in a lobster fishing demonstration with a local fisherman.
Moderate Activity
$99.95
Acadia National Park Guided Walk
- Victorian Bar Harbor
- Acadia National Park
Walk among the rose-colored mountains and Conifer forests on a guided tour of Acadia National Park.
Strenuous Activity
$99.95
Acadia National Park by Bicycle
- Victorian Bar Harbor
- Acadia National Park
Pedal through the natural wonders of Acadia National Park on a 24-speed mountain bike as your guide recounts Mount Desert's colorful history and lore.
Strenuous Activity
$109.95
Acadia National Park Express: A Small Group Tour
- Acadia National Park
- 27-Mile Park Loop Road
- Cadillac Mountain
- Thunder Hole
Step aboard an executive coach with only 14 guests, for maximum interaction with your experienced guide as you observe the wonders of Acadia National Park.
Easy Activity
$109.95
Bar Harbor By Land & Sea
- Acadia National Park
Take in Bar Harbor's stunning scenery by land and sea
Moderate Activity
$139.95
Acadia National Park & Lobster Bake
- Thunder Hole
- Victorian Bar Harbor
- Acadia National Park
- 27-Mile Park Loop Road
- Lobster Bake
Enjoy a leisurely drive along the coastline of Acadia National Park and the 27-mile Park Loop Road. Includes a lobster lunch with all the trimmings.
Easy Activity, Includes meal
$159.95
Acadia & Bass Harbor Lighthouse by Van
- Acadia National Park
- Thunder Hole
- Lighthouses
Marvel at the beauty of Mount Desert Island. Enjoy a drive along the coastline of Acadia National Park and a portion of the 27-mile Park Loop Road. Multiple photo stops. Discover the Bass Harbor Lighthouse. Stroll the island's historic hamlets.
Moderate Activity
$179.95
Bar Harbor Highlights & Lobster Bake
- Cranberry Islands
- Acadia National Park
- 27-Mile Park Loop Road
- Cadillac Mountain
- Thunder Hole
- Victorian Bar Harbor
- Lobster Bake
Enjoy a leisurely drive with multiple photo opportunities along the coastline of Acadia National Park and the 27-mile Park Loop Road. Includes a lobster lunch with all the trimmings.
Easy Activity, Includes meal
$189.95
The Ultimate Island Experience & Lunch: A Small Group Tour
- Thunder Hole
- Acadia National Park
- 27-Mile Park Loop Road
- Cadillac Mountain
Step into a luxury limo coach for a tour of Acadia National Park with photo stops at Cadillac Mountain and Thunder Hole on this small group experience. Savor a three course luncheon at one of Bar Harbor's fine restaurants.
Easy Activity, Includes meal
$189.95
Jewels of Acadia National Park
- Acadia National Park
- 27-Mile Park Loop Road
- Cadillac Mountain
- Thunder Hole
Enjoy a leisurely drive along the coastline of Acadia National Park and the 27-mile Park Loop Road. Take in the views from majestic Cadillac Mountain. Photo stop at Thunder Hole. Savor popovers Jordan Pond House.
Easy Activity, Includes snack
$189.95