Acadia National Park Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Acadia National Park. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Narrated Bus Tour of Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park

• Premium Narrated Bus Tour of Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park (3.5 Hours)

• Guided Ebike Tour of Acadia National Park Carriage Roads

• 3 Hour: Private, locally guided Acadia with Cadillac Summit

• 4 Hour: Elite & Exclusive Acadia with Fjord and Mansions

A park pass to visit Acadia National Park costs US$20 for people arriving on foot or by bike, and US$35 per vehicle (covering all passengers). Non-US residents must pay an additional US$100 fee per person. US citizens and residents can also buy an annual pass for US$70, or an America the Beautiful Pass, granting entry to all National Park Service parks, for US$80. America the Beautiful Passes are US$250 for non-US residents.

Yes, Acadia National Park is worth visiting for its scenic coastal landscapes, its many hiking trails and other outdoor activities. Wildlife lovers can look out for a diverse range of creatures that call the park home, including peregrine falcons, owls, beavers, porpoises, and seals.

Per one customer who booked the Narrated Bus Tour of Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park, "A beautiful day to enjoy the park. Our host (Ken) was very informative about the history of Acadia. We did 3 stops. I especially enjoyed Thunder Hole. Also, the views from the top of Cadillac mountain were outstanding. Thanks to Ken for a great history lesson."

While Acadia National Park is open year-round, most visitors come from June through October, when most trails, visitor centers, and attractions are open. Seasons transform the landscape: Clear skies and blooming lilacs make spring a favorite, while autumn brings brightly colored leaves to the island’s dense forests.

Entrance passes are required for Acadia National Park, but they’re not based on timed entry. The only timed tickets you’ll need in Acadia National Park are for driving to the top of Cadillac Mountain. Vehicle reservations are required to access the Cadillac Summit Road from late May through late October.

Begin your Acadia National Park visit at the Hulls Cove Visitor Center in Bar Harbor, a destination for park passes, maps, and information on park activities. It’s also a stop for the seasonal (and free) Island Explorer bus that leads to many of the park’s top trailheads and attractions.

Exploring Acadia National Park is all about playing outside. The park has dozens of hiking trails, a 45-mile (72-kilometer) network of car-free carriage roads, and rocky shorelines great for peering into tidepools. Limited light pollution means incredible stargazing at night, and the park’s also a favorite for avid birdwatchers.

There are plenty of things for kids to do at Acadia National Park. Ranger-led programs take place throughout the summer, and park-provided scavenger hunts help kids learn about local nature and history. Kids can spot starfish and other marine wildlife in tidepools, and stroller-friendly carriage roads are great for even the smallest hikers.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting Acadia National Park. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Bar Harbor:

• Bar Island Land Bridge

• Frenchman Bay

• Abbe Museum

• Village Green

• Criterion Theater

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Bar Harbor.