Fun Things to Do in Bar Harbor, Maine

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Every summer, Bar Harbor transcends from a quiet seaside town to a bustling vacation hotspot. Spring and summer climates bless visitors with sunny skies and cool breezes.

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1. Go Lobster Fishing

Local lobster fishermen have long called Bar Harbor home! And the best way to experience this New England staple is to get on a boat yourself. 

2. Otter Cliff & Ocean Trail 

This easy walk features astonishing views and winds around Frenchman Bay,  starting at Sand Beach within Acadia National Park. 

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3. Explore Mount Desert Island

This is the largest island off the coast of Maine! Click below to read our full article.

4. Museums & Galleries

Among the earliest established museums in Maine, this one stands out as the only one in the state dedicated exclusively to celebrating the Native American heritage of the region. 

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5. Local Gastronomy 

No visit to Maine's culinary scene is truly fulfilled without indulging in a diverse array of seafood delicacies. Don't miss the classic lobster mac & cheese,  seafood dips, and a Maine lobster roll.

6. Take a Narrated Bus Tour 

This bus tour takes you to renowned landmarks like Thunder Hole, Cadillac Mountain, The Jordan Pond House, and Sieur De Mont's Spring.  Click below to book the guided experience!

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