Mount Desert Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Mount Desert
Where to stay in Mount Desert
Somesville
You'll enjoy the bars and museums in Somesville. You might want to make time for a stop at Acadia National Park or Long Pond.
Hall Quarry
Visitors to Hall Quarry like its bars and parks, and Acadia National Park is a sight worth a stop.
Pretty Marsh
If you're spending some time in Pretty Marsh, Acadia National Park and Long Pond are top sights worth seeing.
Otter Creek
Bars and parks are just a few things travellers like about Otter Creek. A stop by Acadia National Park is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Otter Creek Inn
Wonderful staff, room and food offered. Friendly and cute setting close to outlets!
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
The Inn on Mount Desert
Great service. Very clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
The Pathmaker Hotel
We had an expected appointment in the Bar Harbor area and needed a place to stay for the night. The website was easy to navigate and the hotel is easy to find. They do offer parking under the hotel, but looks limited. Off season we were able to park right next door. The lobby and hotel were nicely ...
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Hanscom's Motel and Cottages
Room was so clean and charming! Beautifully decorated and quite cozy! Will stay here again.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Stone Park
Great rooms and service, highly recommended
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Bar Harbor Condos
Walked in to an immaculately clean place to stay for a night in Bar Harbor. Had everything we were looking for. We’ll definitely book with Tim and Eric again!
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Popular places to visit
Jordan Pond
See the looming shapes of the “Bubbles” mountains reflected in the exceptionally clear and deep water of Bar Harbor’s glacial pond.
Long Pond
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Long Pond during your travels in Pretty Marsh.
Somes Sound
Explore the waterfront of Somes Sound and enjoy other activities such as hiking in Mount Desert. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its lively bars.
Carriage Roads
Step back in time and explore Mount Desert Island along the network of roads that John D. Rockefeller, Jr. created in the early 19th century.
Echo Lake Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Echo Lake Beach during your trip to Mount Desert? Wander the waterfront or discover the area's mountain views.
Mount Desert Island Historical Society
After visiting Mount Desert Island Historical Society, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mount Desert. Amble around the area's waterfront or experience its museums.
Things to do
Bar Harbor & Acadia's Ocean Trailhead: GPS-Guided Audio Tour
Acadia National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Best of Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Discover US East Coast Self Guided Audio Tour
Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
