Dining
A local favorite for fried seafood, chowder, salad, etc. We love the fried clams and a beer https://www.thirstywhaletavern.com/
52 locals recommend
The Thirsty Whale Tavern
40 Cottage StA local favorite for fried seafood, chowder, salad, etc. We love the fried clams and a beer https://www.thirstywhaletavern.com/
There's something for everyone (including children, gluten free, etc.) at this local favorite. We recommend the nomad burger and "Margarita of the Moment" https://www.sidestreetbarharbor.com/
89 locals recommend
Side Street Cafe
49 Rodick StThere's something for everyone (including children, gluten free, etc.) at this local favorite. We recommend the nomad burger and "Margarita of the Moment" https://www.sidestreetbarharbor.com/
The mojitos and mushroom spring rolls (only offered inside the main restaurant) are a must! There is also an outdoor Parilla (grill) with its own tapas style menu https://www.havanamaine.com/
73 locals recommend
Havana
318 Main StThe mojitos and mushroom spring rolls (only offered inside the main restaurant) are a must! There is also an outdoor Parilla (grill) with its own tapas style menu https://www.havanamaine.com/
We love the Monte Cristo breakfast sandwich. Grab a cup of coffee inside while you wait.
65 locals recommend
Cafe This Way
14 Mt Desert StWe love the Monte Cristo breakfast sandwich. Grab a cup of coffee inside while you wait.
A 15 minute drive from downtown, eat wood fired pizza on the lovely patio overlooking the horse pasture https://www.sweetpeascafemaine.com/
31 locals recommend
Sweet Pea's Cafe
854 ME-3A 15 minute drive from downtown, eat wood fired pizza on the lovely patio overlooking the horse pasture https://www.sweetpeascafemaine.com/
Located just downstairs, this great restaurant couldn't be more convenient! Wood fired pizza, craft beer, and delicious duck fat french fries...
15 locals recommend
Blaze
198 Main StLocated just downstairs, this great restaurant couldn't be more convenient! Wood fired pizza, craft beer, and delicious duck fat french fries...
The best sandwiches! You can dine on picnic tables in the sunflower patch or take on your hike, but definitely call ahead or order online. We love the Grand Banker and Summer Kitchen.
16 locals recommend
Mother's Kitchen
1501 ME-102The best sandwiches! You can dine on picnic tables in the sunflower patch or take on your hike, but definitely call ahead or order online. We love the Grand Banker and Summer Kitchen.
Have tea & popovers on the lawn after a nearby hike (parking is limited so consider taking the Island Explorer Shuttle to this popular spot)
75 locals recommend
Jordan Pond House Restaurant
2928 Park Loop RdHave tea & popovers on the lawn after a nearby hike (parking is limited so consider taking the Island Explorer Shuttle to this popular spot)
Just a few doors down the street. Great coffee, baked goods and tacos! And wifi.
32 locals recommend
Choco-Latte
240 Main StJust a few doors down the street. Great coffee, baked goods and tacos! And wifi.
Mount Dessert Bakery
122 Cottage StAmazing view of the working waterfront and besides the freshest lobsters, the BEST burgers!
87 locals recommend
Thurston's Lobster Pound
9 Thurston RdAmazing view of the working waterfront and besides the freshest lobsters, the BEST burgers!
Fresh squeezed orange juice, homemade biscuits with strawberry butter...
37 locals recommend
2 Cats Bar Harbor
130 Cottage StFresh squeezed orange juice, homemade biscuits with strawberry butter...
Things to do besides Acadia National Park
Enjoy pizza and beer or wine while watching recent and often unusual releases
75 locals recommend
Reel Pizza Cinerama
33 Kennebec PlEnjoy pizza and beer or wine while watching recent and often unusual releases
1932 Criterion Theatre
35 Cottage StA historic theater showing films and live entertainment
Canoe or kayak on Long Pond with a mountain backdrop
21 locals recommend
National Park Canoe and Kayak Rental
145 Pretty Marsh RdCanoe or kayak on Long Pond with a mountain backdrop
A beautiful museum showcasing such an important part of our local history. Perfect for a rainy day. Located on the Village Green.
57 locals recommend
Abbe Museum
26 Mt Desert StA beautiful museum showcasing such an important part of our local history. Perfect for a rainy day. Located on the Village Green.
Acadia Lobster Cruise
11 Apple LnA great tour with our friend Jason!
They can set you up with bikes for the whole family and a rack for your car. Check out Acadia’s carriage roads!
26 locals recommend
Bar Harbor Bicycle Shop
141 Cottage StThey can set you up with bikes for the whole family and a rack for your car. Check out Acadia’s carriage roads!
Acadia Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP)
200 Main StKebo Valley Club
136 Eagle Lake RdBook a private sailing charter in the Great Harbor (departing in Southwest Harbor) with our friend Pat!
Ambergris Voyages
172 Clark Point RoadBook a private sailing charter in the Great Harbor (departing in Southwest Harbor) with our friend Pat!
Reserve a spot online to park your vehicle to catch the first sunrise on the East coast, or a beautiful sunset.
128 locals recommend
Cadillac Mountain
707 Cadillac Summit RdReserve a spot online to park your vehicle to catch the first sunrise on the East coast, or a beautiful sunset.
Trailheads for the Beehive and Gorham Mountain are right across the street. It’s a popular area so consider riding the Island Explorer which is right across the street at the Village Green and leaving the car behind.
93 locals recommend
Sand Beach
Trailheads for the Beehive and Gorham Mountain are right across the street. It’s a popular area so consider riding the Island Explorer which is right across the street at the Village Green and leaving the car behind.
Maine State Sea Kayak
39 Main StAcadia Bike Rentals
48 Cottage StBar Harbor Whale Watch Co.
1 West StVisit Acadia's website for info on where to obtain your park pass and to make a reservation to drive up Cadillac Mountain.
585 locals recommend
Acadia National Park
Visit Acadia's website for info on where to obtain your park pass and to make a reservation to drive up Cadillac Mountain.
For local information, to purchase your Acadia National Park pass, and July 4th schedule.
Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce
For local information, to purchase your Acadia National Park pass, and July 4th schedule.
Shopping
Bark Harbor
150 Main StSpruce & Gussy
12 Mt Desert StUnique gifts and local jewelry
Fiore Artisan Olive Oils and Vinegars
8 Rodick PlSample before you buy!
In case you forgot anything for your Acadia National Park adventures
8 locals recommend
Cadillac Mountain Sports
26 Cottage StIn case you forgot anything for your Acadia National Park adventures
Locally made jewelry, including sea glass jewelry. A 20 minute drive from Bar Harbor
Lisa Hall Jewelry
8 Summit RdLocally made jewelry, including sea glass jewelry. A 20 minute drive from Bar Harbor
Sherman's Maine Coast Book Shop Bar Harbor
56 Main StGroceries
A great selection of cheese and charcuterie too! Just a few doors down the street across from Choco-Latte.
House Wine
227 Main StA great selection of cheese and charcuterie too! Just a few doors down the street across from Choco-Latte.
There is a Hannaford located right in downtown Bar Harbor, as well as one in Ellsworth if you are driving here which you will pass.
117 locals recommend
Hannaford Supermarket
86 Cottage StThere is a Hannaford located right in downtown Bar Harbor, as well as one in Ellsworth if you are driving here which you will pass.
A&B Naturals
101 Cottage StPeekytoe Provisions
18 Main StSightseeing
Located at the Village Green. Leave your car parked at our home and ride to the trail head!
43 locals recommend
Island Explorer
19 Firefly LnLocated at the Village Green. Leave your car parked at our home and ride to the trail head!
Traveler advice
Traveling with kids
Acadia Baby Gear delivers so you don't have to pack!
https://www.acadiababygear.com/home