Downtown Bar Harbor
Bar Harbor
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Popular places to visit

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.

Abbe Museum
At this fascinating Native American museum, learn about the four Indian tribes of the Wabanaki, who have inhabited Maine for thousands of years.
Criterion Theater
You can enjoy a show at Criterion Theater during your trip to Bar Harbor. Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the hiking trails.
Bar Harbor Whale Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Bar Harbor Whale Museum during your travels in Bar Harbor. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the hiking trails.
Agamont Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Agamont Park and also enjoy the hiking trails in Bar Harbor. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its lively bars.
Island Artisans
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Island Artisans during your trip to Bar Harbor. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the hiking trails.
Things to do

Best of Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

Bar Harbor & Acadia's Ocean Trailhead: GPS-Guided Audio Tour

Acadia National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Acadia Ocean Path Trailhead App-Based Self-Guided Audio Tour

Acadia National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour from Cadillac Mountain
Top hotels in Downtown Bar Harbor

Main Street Motel
Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025

Bar Harbor Grand Hotel
Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025

Moseley Cottage Inn & Town Motel
Reviewed on Oct 5, 2025

Acadia Hotel - Downtown
Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025

Stratford
Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

Bass Cottage & Ullikana
Reviewed on Sep 20, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Bar Harbor

Hulls Cove
Waterfront views, bars, and parks highlight some of the notable features of Hulls Cove. Make a stop by Acadia National Park while you're exploring.

Stone Haven
While Stone Haven might 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.