Top Bar Harbor Seasonal & Special Occasions

Discover the highlights of Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park on this small-group half-day tour. Enjoy convenient pickup from your Bar Harbor hotel, and stops at Sieur de Monts Spring, Thunder Hole, Cadillac Mountain, and more, with a local guide to provide live commentary. Includes a live lobster demonstration at Bar Harbor Lobster Pound and a tasty lobster roll.

Take a deep dive into Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park, and Mt. Desert Island on this half-day bus tour. Since your transportation is provided, you can focus on the scenery and taking in the insightful narrative instead of driving and directions. Make three stops within the town of Bar Harbor and the National Park to witness firsthand the views and wildlife that make this island so special. Stops include Cadillac Mountain, Sieur de Monts Spring, and Thunder Hole.

Stroll through Bar Harbor with a small group on this tour focused on the local cuisine. As you walk, listen to in-depth commentary on the local food scene and stop for tastings at establishments around the Village Green. The tastings add up to a satisfying lunch, and the small group size means you'll have plenty of personalized attention and chances to ask questions.

Known for its rocky coastlines, wealth of wildlife, and evergreen forests, Acadia National Park promises dramatic scenery—and this fully narrated driving tour makes for an easy way to discover it. Set off from Bar Harbor in a luxury Berkshire minibus, and discover highlights like Cadillac Mountain (the highest point on the East Coast), Thunder Hole (where ocean waves roar), Sieur De Mont's Spring, Jordan Pond, and much more.

Submit yourself to the spooky stories of Bar Harbor on a unique night walking tour that details the coastal city’s ghostly leanings. Led by a local paranormal expert, you’ll stroll the town stopping at haunted landmarks such as Agamont Park, Bar Harbor Inn, Criterion Theater, Bar Harbor Club, and along Main Street, hearing ghost stories, history, and other lore that brings the city to life.

A historic coastal Maine town, a classic national park: this self-guided experience gives you an opportunity to experience both the city of Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. You’ll download a tour guide app that provides both a walking tour of Bar Harbor and a driving tour through nearby Acadia National Park. Follow the loop around the park then explore Bar Harbor’s history as you pass by centuries-old buildings.

If you’re planning to explore Acadia National Park but would like to do so on your own time without a group holding you back, this Acadia National Park e-bike Rental is the perfect solution. This e-bike rental gives you an e-bike and all the equipment you need for a day roaming the park’s carriage roads, as well as Park Loop Road. Plus, with an e-bike, you decide when to be active.

Explore the carriage roads of Acadia National Park in a fun and memorable way—by fat tire e-bike. These vehicles allow you to exercise and be immersed in the natural beauty, while ensuring comfort and ease at the same time. Enjoy the car-free gravel paths while looking for wildlife around famous areas like Jordan Pond and Eagle Lake using the provided maps.

Immerse yourself in the food culture of Bar Harbor and Mt. Desert Island on this culinary-focused tour. This small island has a bustling food scene and this small-group tour lets sample the best that downtown Bar Harbor has to offer. Listen to commentary about the local food and agriculture as you taste; a small group means you have plenty of personalized attention and the chance to ask questions.

Join us on a small group tour of scenic Bar Harbor, ME. The tour will start at the Village Green Park in the center of downtown. We will cover much of the downtown area, highlighting some of the most notable residents and what life was like long ago. Starting with the long history of Wabanaki summer stays, talk about early English settlements, and explore how the Hudson School of Art brought Bar Harbor to the attention of many. The tour typically last between 1 - 1.5 hours depending on the participation of you! Most of our tours are between 2-4 people, giving you a personalized experience you will not get anywhere else! Learn about the real Maine beyond the island and what it's like to live in this unique part of the world. In case of inclement weather, we will reach out 24hrs prior if the tour will be cancelled or changed. In the case that we decide to not run the tour, full refunds will be issued.

Join us on the Best of Bar Harbor Food Walking Tour, where we'll indulge in the city's most iconic treats. We'll meet at a central location, where you'll be welcomed by our expert guide and fellow food enthusiasts. Our first stop will be at a charming eatery known for its succulent lobster rolls, an homage to the city's coastal culinary heritage. Explore the rich flavors that make Bar Harbor's seafood a true delicacy. Next, we'll venture to a delightful ice cream and fudge shop, where you can indulge your sweet tooth. As we continue our adventure, we'll take a leisurely walk through Agamont Park towards the Bar Harbor Beach. Enjoy the scenic harbor views as we continue to Balance Rock. Our final destination will be a hidden gem loved by locals and visitors alike. Here, you'll experience a celebration of ice cream, and enjoy the serene atmosphere of the Village Green. Join us on the Bar Harbor Food Walking Tour and discover the city's most mouthwatering delights!

Skip the slow-moving walking tours and tourist crowds—with this self-guided audio tour of Bar Harbor, you’ll dive into the city’s lavish past at your speed. Learning all about the city’s Gilded Age history, its love affair with lobster, and more, you’ll get a guided look at this seaside gem and plenty of ideas for your trip, no WiFi required.

Flanked by Acadia National Park and hugged by the Atlantic Coast, Bar Harbor is a popular vacation destination that fills your trip with plenty of seafood and smiles. Capture these memories forever during a private photoshoot with a professional photographer. Whether you’re visiting with a partner, friends, or family, you’ll follow your guide through Bar Harbor’s streets to an amazing beach backdrop. Pose for the camera and get your professionally edited photographs within 4 to 5 business days.

Wildscape Adventure offers intimate astrophotography tours in Acadia National Park, focusing on personalized guidance, optimal shooting conditions, and eco-conscious practices. With small group sizes, expert instruction, and logistical support, participants can capture stunning images while respecting the environment.

Taste Test 3 of the best lobster rolls in downtown Bar Harbor while you learn from a local guide how the lobster became Maine’s most important industry and a symbol of status for the wealthy visitors. Each stop will showcase a different spin on the classic summertime staple. Please note this tour is not suitable for anyone with shellfish allergies. End the tour in Grant Park where you can watch fishermen at work most summer days. The restaurants may change depending on availability and ongoing customer reviews. Only tried and tested spots will be included.

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio walking tour of Bar Harbor and explore the historic heart of this coastal town. Walk from the Abbe Museum to Bar Island Trail, Village Green, and the West Street Historic District, uncovering Wabanaki history, Gilded Age mansions, iconic churches, and the stories behind the landmarks that shaped Mount Desert Island. Along the way, hear fascinating stories about local history, hidden landmarks, and waterfront views, which play automatically as you walk. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace. Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location Travel at your own pace Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi is needed Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use No time limits or expiry, and free updates Like having a personal guide by your side on every step Purchase one tour per person, or listen together by sharing headphones or a speaker.

Acadia's autumn paints a vibrant scene with fiery hues of red, gold, and russet, reflecting on the calm waters and pink granite cliffs of the Acadia National Park. The air turns crisp, carrying the scent of pine and the whisper of falling leaves. It's a season of beauty and tranquility, a time to witness the wildness of nature transforming into a spectacle of color before the quiet of winter.

This is the only karaoke experience in Bar Harbor that takes place outdoors with a live ocean view as the backdrop. Guests sing clean, family safe songs while reading the lyrics on a large fifty inch projection screen mounted on a custom trolley style pedicab. Instead of a dark indoor bar or a crowded stage, you get fresh ocean air, boats drifting in the harbor, islands in the distance, and one of the best sunset spots in town. The location at the end of the pier creates a scenic open air stage that you cannot find anywhere else in Bar Harbor. It blends music, coastal views, and a relaxed community atmosphere in a way that feels memorable and different. Travelers of all ages can enjoy it, and it works equally well for families, couples, and friend groups. No other experience offers this combination of fun karaoke energy and natural Maine beauty in the same setting.