Acadia National Park
Acadia Welcome Center
1201 Bar Harbor Road
Trenton, ME
207-288-5103

A wide variety of outdoor activities abound in Acadia NP, including biking, bird watching, boating, camping, cross-country skiing, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, nature walks, snow skiing, snowshoeing, stargazing, swimming and more. Nature attractions include Sand Beach, a photo-ready stretch of pink sand set against a mountainous background; the Wild Gardens of Acadia, which offer miniature views of the plants that grow on Mount Desert Island; and Cadillac Mountain, the highest point on the eastern seaboard. Visitors can hike or drive to the summit of this 1,532-foot high mountain for a 360-degree view of the ocean, islands, coastline, woods and lakes of Acadia. For more beautiful scenery, walk the Ocean Trail, which runs alongside the Park Loop Road from Sand Beach to the Otter Point parking area. From the trail, visitors can see huge slabs of pink granite stacked along the ocean's edge and Thunder Hole, a natural seaside cave.

Abbe Museum
P.O. Box 286
Bar Harbor, ME 04609
207-288-3519

Discover the mysteries of the original inhabitants of Maine through exhibits and programs that span 10,000 years with art and archeology as well as Native American songs, stories and crafts.

The Atlantic Brewing Company
15 Knox Road
Bar Harbor, ME 04609
800-475-5417

Brew at its best, here will you will find Bar Harbor’s #1 local beers, wines and sodas and get a sample.

Bar Harbor Brewing and Soda Works
135 Otter Creek Drive
Bar Harbor, ME 04609
207-288-4592

Take a free tour, taste, and talk beer with the award-winning brewer Tod Foster. He and his wife control it all – from brewing to labeling to delivering – with occasional help from a friend. Taste his local beers that beat some of the name-brand beers such as Sam Adams. They also have homemade sodas for you to try!

George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History
105 Eden Street
Bar Harbor, ME 04609
207-288-5395

Depicting the natural wonders of Maine, the exhibits here are designed and produced by students at College of the Atlantic.

Sea Venture Custom Boat Tours
29 DeGregoire Park
Bar Harbor, ME 04609
207-288-3355

Journey through the natural wonders of Bar Harbor by boat and discover eagles, seals, loons, spectacular sea cliffs, secluded coves, picturesque island lighthouses and breathtaking sunsets.

Bar Harbor Historical Society Museum
33 Ledgelawn Avenue
Bar Harbor, ME 04609
207-288-3807

The Bar Harbor Historical Society Museum is located in the former St. Edward's Convent, which is listed on the National Historic Register. The museum features a collection of photographs, research archives, newspaper microfilm, and other items that will fascinate you as they depict Bar Harbor through the years. Items in the collection date back to Bar Harbor's 1796 incorporation.

Lulu Lobster Boat Ride
55 West Street
Bar Harbor, ME 04609
207-963-2341

Enjoy an up close and personal adventure with demonstrations of lobster fishing, fascinating seal watching, breathtaking coastal scenery and stories of local history and folklore all on a traditional Downeast lobster boat.

Bar Harbor Whale Watch Company
1 West Street
Bar Harbor, ME 04609
207-288-2386

Offers a variety of whale watching, sightseeing and nature tours, you can choose which boat you prefer – a high-speed catamaran for whale watching or the Miss Samantha for a lobster and seal watch.

Oceanarium and Lobster Hatchery
Route 3
Bar Harbor, ME 04609
207-288-5005

Take a tour through marine life, the salt marsh and the fascinating lobster hatchery that features mother and baby lobsters and the hatchery process.

Acadia & Island Tours Oli’s Trolley
58 Cottage Street
Bar Harbor, ME 04609
207-288-9899

Hop aboard an Oli Trolley and venture through history as you revisit the cottage days of Bar Harbor as guides tell tales of the past. Stops are made throughout the tours for walks and pictures.

Downeast Sailing Adventures
123 Eden Street
Bar Harbor, ME 04609
888-405-7245

Step aboard the schooner Rachel B. Jackson, a historical Acadia Tradition, and a working replica of an 1890’s coastal schooner. You can sit back and enjoy the adventure or actually help sail and take a turn at the helm.

Aquaterra Adventures
1 West Street
Bar Harbor, ME 04609
877-386-4124

Take a sea kayaking adventure with some of the most experienced guides in the area and enjoy incredible wildlife sightings and awesome views.

Kebo Valley Golf Club
100 Eagle Lake Road
Bar Harbor, ME 04609
207-288-3000

This 100 year-old golf course surrounded by the majestic Acadia Mountains has some of the most challenging 18-holes in Maine, just minutes from downtown Bar Harbor with an expert PGA staff and a fully modern clubhouse.

Atlantic Climbing School
67 Main Street
Bar Harbor, ME 04609
207-288-2521

No matter you age, skill or fitness level you can try your hand at scaling the rocks or wall.

Tree of Life Day Spa
108 Cottage Street
Bar Harbor, ME 04609
207-288-5551

Slip into relaxation with couples massages, organic facials, deep tissue, hot stone, Swedish and sports massage and organic sugar scrubs.