- The list below includes 83 free or cheap things to do in or near Mount Desert, Maine, including 56 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Magic Shows, Art Gallery and Specialty Museums.
- From Thuya Gardens to Somes Sound, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Mount Desert and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Bar Harbor, Deer Isle, Castine and Ellsworth.
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The Merryspring Horticultural Nature Park is a leisure park that features an herb garden, a gazebo titled 'The Hexagon', and a greenhouse. The park offers guided nature walks, bug safaris, and weekend workshops.
38.6 Miles
Camden-Rockport Historical Society maintains the Conway Homestead Museum, which is comprised of an eighteenth century house, nineteenth century barn, a blacksmith shop and a maple sugar house. It also contains the Cramer Museum which exhibits artifacts, memorabilia and archives.
38.8 Miles
A unique statue in its own right, the Andre the Seal Statue is dedicated to a seal which was saved by a local fisherman, becoming a sort of local mascot. The marble statue was unveiled by Andre himself, 8 years before he died in 1986.
38.8 Miles
Landscaped with shrubs and fountains, Golfer's Crossing Mini Golf offers a challenging miniature golf course for children. The course is outdoors and features several obstacles like water and elevation challenges.
38.9 Miles
The Rockport Marine Park is situated directly on the harbor waterfront. Guests are able to enjoy activities like canoeing, kayaking, bird watching, fishing, hiking, picnicking, walking paths, and general lounging on the beach.
39.0 Miles
Named after the 20 foot-high cascade on its premises, the Cascade Park has amenities for the entire family, including trails, a gazebo and picnic areas.
39.1 Miles
One of the participants of the Ready to Learn national program, the Maine Discovery Museum was opened in 2001. Besides the hands-on exhibitions and the learning programs, it can also host birthday parties and other special events.
39.1 Miles
Dedicated to the Second Regiment of Volunteers, the Mount Hope Garden Cemetery is also the resting place of local and national celebrities, including Lincoln's prime-minister. The Soldier's Memorial, erected in 1864, is the oldest such memorial in America.
39.1 Miles
During the summer season, visitors to Dawnland Tours can take a walking tour of haunted places and hear supernatural tales about the area from their costumed guide. Tours last approximately one hour.
39.1 Miles
Situated on over 47,000 acres, Acadia National Park features a hike up Cadillac Mountain that provides a view of the bay. The park offers lakes, woodlands, camping sites and trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding.