- Our list of the best things to do in Bar Harbor, Maine, features the top 85 nearby activities — including 64 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Bar Harbor, ME has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Water Activities, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 35 things to do within the city of Bar Harbor, ME , followed by 50 popular activities in nearby cities, including Ellsworth, Southwest Harbor, Mount Desert, Trenton, Blue Hill, Deer Isle, Bass Harbor, Northeast Harbor, Cherryfield and Stonington
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In the late 1800s and early 1900s, many families used Castine, Maine, as their vacation destination, most notably Harriet Beecher Stowe and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Visitors to Main Street can see many restored buildings where small businesses and art galleries are located.
29.5 Miles
The State of Maine has served as the training boat for the Main Maritime Academy since 1997. When not on training cruises, the ship is open to tours by the public.
29.6 Miles
Showcasing a variety of paintings, Adam Gallery features work depicting nature and other landscapes. The gift shop offers post cards with the paintings from the gallery printed on them for visitors to purchase.
29.7 Miles
The Wilson Museum features exhibits to help people understand the growth of man's ability to make tools from the Paleolithic times to the Native Americans. Visitors see rocks, shells, ship models, reconstructed 1905 kitchen, and a Victorian Parlor.
29.8 Miles
The original fort at the site of Fort Madison State Park was built in 1811 in preparation for the War of 1812. The fort is mostly in ruins now, but the park offers wide views of Penobscot Bay and Castine Harbor.
30.1 Miles
Fort George State Park is located at the highest point in Castine. Visitors see earthworks on three acres of the last fort that the British surrendered during the Revolutionary War.
30.2 Miles
Promoting theater and the arts in Castine and its surrounding area, Cold Comfort Theater features live dramatic performances throughout the year. Taught by a theater veteran, they also arrange and offer acting classes for youth.
30.4 Miles
The Dice Head Foot Path begins at the Dice Head Lightkeeper's home. The small steep foot path that ends at Penobscot Bay offers scenic views, but can be very slippery when wet.
35.9 Miles
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Church Street at US Route 1, Searsport, ME 04974
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An open air and well-preserved maritime museum, the Penobscot Marine Museum is indubitably a must visit with its well-kept 13 buildings to explore. The museum itself is a treasure trove of relics and artifacts of a bygone era plus monthly exhibits and events to keep you entertained.
36.8 Miles
One of the main interests of the scenic coastal route, the Moose Point State Park has several amenities, including playgrounds, camping sites and picnic shelters. Hiking and hunting are some of the activities permitted in here too.