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Cranberry Isles day trip

Go offshore—then come back to MDI.

No hotels on the islands: plan this as a day trip and stay on Mount Desert Island. Ferry service runs from Northeast Harbor with Beal & Bunker and from Southwest Harbor/Manset with Cranberry Cove Boating; check the operators’ current schedules before setting out.

Small yellow Hitty’s Cafe building on Great Cranberry Island
Great Cranberry Island · Seasonal

Hitty’s Cafe

A ferry-accessed cafe stop at the Cranberry House. Confirm seasonal days and hours before boarding.

Cranberry House · 163 Great Cranberry Rd, Cranberry Isles, ME 04625
★ 4.812 Google reviews · checked Oct 10, 2026
Brick Islesford Historical Museum building with green shutters
Little Cranberry Island · Acadia National Park

Islesford Historical Museum

Free, seasonal island-history museum reached only by boat and an easy walk from the Islesford town dock.

Main St, Islesford, ME 04646 · no numbered street address is published
Cranberry Isles Fishermen’s Co-op building and gangway on the Islesford waterfront
Little Cranberry Island · Working co-op

Little Cranberry Lobster

Retail outlet of the Cranberry Isles Fishermen’s Co-op beside Islesford Dock Restaurant. Retail hours are not confirmed.

12 Co Op Rd, Cranberry Isles, ME
No verified public rating found

Beal & Bunker schedules ↗ · Cranberry Cove Boating departs from Southwest Harbor/Manset.

After the trail

Bars & Nightlife

Six current Bar Harbor taprooms, taverns, and pubs. Hours shift with the season, so check directly before going.

Atlantic Brewing Company in Bar Harbor
Bar Harbor

Atlantic Brewing Company

★4.6 (656)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Town Hill: daily 11am–8pm (BBQ may close 7pm); Midtown: daily 11:30am–9pm
Seasonal (open to visitors throughout the summer season); check before visiting

15 Knox Road, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Thirsty Whale Tavern in Bar Harbor
Bar Harbor

Thirsty Whale Tavern

★4.5 (469)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

daily 11am–1am
Open 7 days with noted holiday closures; seasonal bar-close varies · check before visiting

40 Cottage St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Paddy's Irish Pub & Restaurant in Bar Harbor
Bar Harbor

Paddy's Irish Pub & Restaurant

★4.6 (85)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

daily 7am–9pm
Seasonal (in seasonal West Street Hotel); check before visiting

50 West St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Leary's Landing Irish Pub in Bar Harbor
Bar Harbor

Leary's Landing Irish Pub

★4.7 (220)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

daily 11:30am–10pm
Seasonal; check before visiting

156 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
The Dog and Pony Tavern in Bar Harbor
Bar Harbor

The Dog and Pony Tavern

★4.6 (393)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

daily 11am–12am
Year-round (self-described) · check before visiting

4 Rodick Pl, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Lompoc Cafe in Bar Harbor
Bar Harbor

Lompoc Cafe

★4.5 (127)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Sun 4:30pm–1am; Mon–Tue closed; Wed–Thu 4:30pm–12am; Fri–Sat 4:30pm–1am
Seasonal: closed late Oct–mid-May; check before visiting

36 Rodick Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
103 of 103 places
Side Street Cafe on Mount Desert Island
RestaurantBar Harbor

Side Street Cafe

49 Rodick St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
HoursMon–Sat 11am–8pm; Sun 11:30am–8pmSeasonal; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.4 (5,036)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Seafood and comfort fare in a cozy downtown cottage setting.

Havana on Mount Desert Island
RestaurantBar Harbor

Havana

318 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
HoursTue–Sun 4–9pm; Mon closedSeasonal; dinner-only; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.6 (1,535)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Upscale Latin-infused seafood restaurant in downtown Bar Harbor.

Stewman's Lobster Pound on Mount Desert Island
RestaurantBar Harbor

Stewman's Lobster Pound

35 West St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursdaily 11:30am–8pmDowntown location; hours via Google profile — check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.1 (3,151)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Waterfront lobster pound with outdoor deck and harbor views.

Bar Harbor Lobster Pound on Mount Desert Island
RestaurantBar Harbor

Bar Harbor Lobster Pound

414 ME-3, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursdaily 11am–8pmHours via official site; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.8 (2,751)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Classic eat-in-the-rough lobster pound near the waterfront.

Jordan's Restaurant on Mount Desert Island
RestaurantBar Harbor

Jordan's Restaurant

80 Cottage St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursdaily 5am–2pmClosed late Nov–Mar · check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.6 (3,213)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Family restaurant known for blueberry pancakes and breakfast.

Charlotte's Legendary Lobster Pound on Mount Desert Island
RestaurantBar Harbor / Seawall

Charlotte's Legendary Lobster Pound

566 Seawall Rd, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679
Hours11am–7:30pm; closed WedSeasonal: Memorial Day weekend–mid Oct; check before visiting
Seasonal · check opening dates
★4.5 (916)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Seasonal outdoor lobster pound with classic Maine seafood fare.

Galyn's on Mount Desert Island
RestaurantBar Harbor

Galyn's

17 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursdaily 11am–9:30pmSeasonal: daily through Thanksgiving weekend; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.5 (2,202)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Downtown restaurant serving seafood, steaks, and pasta dishes.

The Looking Glass Restaurant on Mount Desert Island
RestaurantBar Harbor

The Looking Glass Restaurant

50 Eden St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursdaily breakfast 7–11am; Sat–Sun brunch 7am–2pmBreakfast-only; seasonal; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.0 (383)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Harbor-view breakfast and brunch restaurant with deck dining.

Project Social Kitchen & Bar on Mount Desert Island
RestaurantBar Harbor

Project Social Kitchen & Bar

278 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursdaily 4–9pmSeasonal: mid-May–late Oct; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.6 (623)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Garden-side gastropub with craft cocktails and small plates.

West Street Cafe on Mount Desert Island
RestaurantBar Harbor

West Street Cafe

76 West St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursdaily 11am–8:30pmSeasonal; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.4 (1,879)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Waterfront bistro serving lobster rolls, chowder, and blueberry pie.

C-Ray Lobster on Mount Desert Island
RestaurantBar Harbor

C-Ray Lobster

882 ME-3, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
HoursWed–Sun 3–7pm; Mon–Tue closedHours via official site; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.8 (1,114)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Family-run lobster pound with outdoor seating and fresh seafood.

Testa's Bar & Grill on Mount Desert Island
RestaurantBar Harbor

Testa's Bar & Grill

53 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
HoursMon–Fri 11am–9:30pm; Sat–Sun 11am–10pmSeasonal; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.4 (1,902)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Casual bar and grill with harbor views and seafood.

Copita on Mount Desert Island
RestaurantNortheast Harbor

Copita

102 Main St, Northeast Harbor, ME 04662
Hoursdaily 4–9pmSeasonal; check before visiting
Seasonal · check opening dates
★4.4 (122)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

French bistro with seasonal Maine ingredients and village setting.

Colonel's Restaurant and Bakery on Mount Desert Island
RestaurantNortheast Harbor

Colonel's Restaurant and Bakery

143 Main St, Northeast Harbor, ME 04662
Hoursdaily 8am–8pmSeasonal; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.4 (602)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Family-owned seafood restaurant and bakery serving New England favorites.

The Nor'Easter Pound & Market on Mount Desert Island
RestaurantNortheast Harbor

The Nor'Easter Pound & Market

10 Huntington Rd, Northeast Harbor, ME 04662
Hoursdaily 8am–8pmSeasonal; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.4 (761)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Casual lobster pound and seafood market on the harbor.

Dahlia's at The Asticou Hotel on Mount Desert Island
RestaurantNortheast Harbor

Dahlia's at The Asticou Hotel

15 Peabody Drive, Northeast Harbor, ME 04662
Hoursbreakfast daily 7–11am; 11:30am–10pmHours via Google profile; check before visiting
Seasonal · check opening dates
★4.3 (35)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Seasonal Maine seafood and produce with terrace harbor views.

The Upper Deck on Mount Desert Island
RestaurantSouthwest Harbor

The Upper Deck

433 Main St, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679
HoursSun–Tue, Thu–Sat 12–8pm; Wed closedSeasonal; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★3.9 (1,030)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Casual restaurant with craft beer, lobster rolls, and outdoor terrace.

Cafe Drydock & Inn on Mount Desert Island
RestaurantSouthwest Harbor

Cafe Drydock & Inn

357 Main St, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679
Hourslunch 11am–4pm; dinner until 9:30pm (early/late season) or 10pm (peak); lounge until 10:30pmCafé open May–late Oct only (inn year-round); check before visiting
Year-round · verify today’s hours
★4.4 (494)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Harborside restaurant with live music; the inn operates year-round.

Red Sky on Mount Desert Island
RestaurantSouthwest Harbor

Red Sky

14 Clark Point Road, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679
HoursWed–Sun, seating 5–8pmSeasonal (own site notes 2025 season opened Apr 24); check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.5 (186)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Upscale casual restaurant serving wood-fired pizzas and seafood.

Beal's Lobster Pier on Mount Desert Island
RestaurantSouthwest Harbor

Beal's Lobster Pier

182 Clark Point Road, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679
Hoursdaily 11am–9pmSeasonal; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.5 (1,441)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Working harbor lobster pier with classic pound-style dining.

Peter Trout's on Mount Desert Island
RestaurantSouthwest Harbor

Peter Trout's

48 Shore Rd, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679
HoursTue–Thu 2–9pm; Fri–Sat 11am–9pm; Sun–Mon closedHours via Google profile; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct

Eclectic tavern-style restaurant with seafood and local brews.

Harbor Table on Mount Desert Island
RestaurantSouthwest Harbor

Harbor Table

336 Main St, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679
Hourslunch Mon–Fri 11am–2pm; dinner Mon–Fri 5–9pmYard closed for season; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.7 (458)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Neighborhood restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Thurston's Lobster Pound on Mount Desert Island
RestaurantBernard

Thurston's Lobster Pound

9 Thurston Rd, Bernard, ME 04612
HoursTue–Sat 12–8pm; Sun–Mon closedSeasonal: Memorial Day weekend–mid Oct; today Oct 10 may be final days — verify · check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct

Working waterfront lobster pound with classic Maine seafood.

Seafood Ketch on Mount Desert Island
RestaurantBass Harbor

Seafood Ketch

47 Shore Rd, Bass Harbor, ME 04653
Hoursdaily 12–8pmSeasonal; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.4 (832)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Waterfront seafood restaurant serving Bass Harbor village diners.

Archie's Lobster on Mount Desert Island
RestaurantBass Harbor

Archie's Lobster

90 Tremont Rd, Bass Harbor, ME 04653
HoursSun–Tue 12–7pm; Wed–Thu closed; Fri–Sat 12–7pmSeasonal (lobster pound); check before visiting
Seasonal · check opening dates
★4.8 (508)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Seasonal family-run lobster shack on the Bass Harbor waterfront.

Mount Dessert Bakery on Mount Desert Island
CafeBar Harbor

Mount Dessert Bakery

122 Cottage Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
HoursMon–Fri 7am–1pm; Sat 7am–12pmHours via official site; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct

Bakery offering custom cakes, pastries, and morning treats.

A Slice of Eden on Mount Desert Island
CafeBar Harbor

A Slice of Eden

59 Cottage St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
HoursWed–Sat 6:10am–2pm; Sun 7am–12pm; Mon–Tue closedHours via Facebook page; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct

Cafe for smoothies, bowls, fresh juices, and trail-day provisions.

Pink Pastry Shop on Mount Desert Island
CafeBar Harbor

Pink Pastry Shop

14 Cottage Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursdaily 8am–9pmSeasonal — open for the season; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct

Classic bakery serving doughnuts, pastries, and baked goods.

The Stadium on Mount Desert Island
CafeBar Harbor

The Stadium

62 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursdaily 7am–4:30pmSeasonal; hours via Google profile — check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct

Sports bar and cafe serving breakfast, brunch, and drinks.

Choco-Latte on Mount Desert Island
CafeBar Harbor

Choco-Latte

240 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursdaily 7am–7pmHours via official site; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct

Cafe serving chocolate treats, coffee drinks, and desserts.

CafeBar Harbor

Village Green Cafe

164 Main Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursdaily 8am–4pmOpen year-round per official site; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct

Cafe by the village green serving breakfast and lunch.

Cafe This Way on Mount Desert Island
CafeBar Harbor

Cafe This Way

14 1/2 Mt Desert St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursbreakfast daily 6:30am–1pmSeasonal: May–October; check before visiting
Seasonal · check opening dates

Eclectic seasonal breakfast spot with creative morning dishes.

2 Cats on Mount Desert Island
CafeBar Harbor

2 Cats

130 Cottage St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursdaily 7am–1pmHours via Google profile; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct

Whimsical cafe serving breakfast, lunch, and evening cocktails.

Jeannie's Great Maine Breakfast on Mount Desert Island
CafeBar Harbor

Jeannie's Great Maine Breakfast

8 Cottage St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursdaily 6:30am–1pmHours via Google profile; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct

Popular breakfast spot serving classic Maine morning dishes.

Morning Glory Bakery on Mount Desert Island
CafeBar Harbor

Morning Glory Bakery

39 Rodick St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
HoursHours not published — check before visitingNot published on official site, Google profile or Facebook · check before visiting
Status needs confirmationStatus uncertain

Bakery with conflicting recent reports about operating status.

Thrive Juice Bar & Kitchen on Mount Desert Island
CafeBar Harbor

Thrive Juice Bar & Kitchen

51 Rodick Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursfall hours: daily 7:30am–2pmSeasonal: early May–late Oct (last day Oct 18 as published); check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct

Juice bar serving fresh juices, smoothies, and healthy fare.

Mother's Kitchen / Coffee Matter on Mount Desert Island
CafeTown Hill

Mother's Kitchen / Coffee Matter

1501 ME-102, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
HoursMother's Kitchen: Mon–Fri 7am–2pm, Sat 8am–2pm; Coffee Matter: Mon–Fri 7am–4pm, Sat 8am–2:30pm; Sun closedPublished as summer hours; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct

Coffee shop and kitchen serving breakfast and lunch.

Sassafrass Cafe on Mount Desert Island
CafeTown Hill

Sassafrass Cafe

1317 ME-102, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hourscafe Mon–Thu 9am–2pm; Sun brunch 9am–2pm; Wed & Fri dinner 5–8pmPublished as summer hours; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct

Family-run cafe serving specialty coffee, brunch, and live music.

Little Notch Bakery and Café on Mount Desert Island
CafeSouthwest Harbor

Little Notch Bakery and Café

340 Main Street, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679
HoursMon, Wed, Fri, Sat 10am–7pm; Tue, Thu, Sun closedHours via official site; check before visiting
Seasonal · check opening dates

Artisan bakery cafe with limited seasonal days and hours.

Common Good Kitchen Cafe on Mount Desert Island
CafeSouthwest Harbor

Common Good Kitchen Cafe

19 Clark Point Rd, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679
Hoursfall popovers Fri–Sun 7:30–11:30am; winter Sun 9–11amSeasonal schedule via official site; closed Oct 4–18 as published; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct

Nonprofit cafe serving affordable meals and community programs.

Milagro Coffee Bar on Mount Desert Island
CafeSouthwest Harbor

Milagro Coffee Bar

204 Main St, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679
HoursTue–Fri 7am–12pm; Sat 8am–1pmHours via official site; check before visiting
Year-round · verify today’s hours

Espresso bar serving coffee drinks and light fare year-round.

CafeSouthwest Harbor

Quiet Side Cafe & Ice Cream Shop

11 Seal Cove Rd, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679
HoursHours not published — check before visitingNot published on official site, Google profile or Facebook · check before visiting
Status needs confirmationStatus uncertain

Casual cafe and ice cream shop with uncertain current status.

Clark Point Cafe on Mount Desert Island
CafeSouthwest Harbor

Clark Point Cafe

4 Clark Point Rd, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679
HoursSun–Wed & Sat 7:30am–12pm; Thu–Fri closedPublished as summer schedule via Google profile; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct

Waterfront breakfast cafe known for creative morning dishes.

Milk & Honey on Mount Desert Island
CafeNortheast Harbor

Milk & Honey

3 Old Firehouse Lane, Northeast Harbor, ME 04662
Hoursfall hours: Mon–Sat 8am–2pm; Thu nights 5–8pmFall hours via official site; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct

Cafe serving coffee, pastries, sandwiches, and catering.

Atlantic Brewing Company on Mount Desert Island
BarBar Harbor

Atlantic Brewing Company

15 Knox Road, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
HoursTown Hill: daily 11am–8pm (BBQ may close 7pm); Midtown: daily 11:30am–9pmSeasonal (open to visitors throughout the summer season); check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.6 (656)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Craft brewery with a taproom, tours, and a Midtown location.

Thirsty Whale Tavern on Mount Desert Island
BarBar Harbor

Thirsty Whale Tavern

40 Cottage St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursdaily 11am–1amOpen 7 days with noted holiday closures; seasonal bar-close varies · check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.5 (469)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Lively tavern with music, burgers, and late-night drinks.

Paddy's Irish Pub & Restaurant on Mount Desert Island
BarBar Harbor

Paddy's Irish Pub & Restaurant

50 West St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursdaily 7am–9pmSeasonal (in seasonal West Street Hotel); check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.6 (85)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Irish pub in West Street Hotel with live music.

Leary's Landing Irish Pub on Mount Desert Island
BarBar Harbor

Leary's Landing Irish Pub

156 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursdaily 11:30am–10pmSeasonal; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.7 (220)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Irish pub serving pints, pub fare, and live music.

The Dog and Pony Tavern on Mount Desert Island
BarBar Harbor

The Dog and Pony Tavern

4 Rodick Pl, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursdaily 11am–12amYear-round (self-described) · check before visiting
Year-round · verify today’s hours
★4.6 (393)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Neighborhood tavern with drinks, darts, and year-round hours.

Lompoc Cafe on Mount Desert Island
BarBar Harbor

Lompoc Cafe

36 Rodick Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
HoursSun 4:30pm–1am; Mon–Tue closed; Wed–Thu 4:30pm–12am; Fri–Sat 4:30pm–1amSeasonal: closed late Oct–mid-May; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.5 (127)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Cafe-bar with bocce, live music, and drinks.

Abbe Museum on Mount Desert Island
EntertainmentBar Harbor

Abbe Museum

26 Mt Desert Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
HoursMon–Sat 10am–5pmDowntown location; Sieur de Monts closed for maintenance; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.5 (365)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Museum centered on Wabanaki art, history, and living culture.

EntertainmentBar Harbor

Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co.

1 West Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursdaily 7:30am–8:30pmHours via Google profile; departures vary — check before visiting
Seasonal · check opening dates
★4.5 (3,246)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Seasonal whale watching, puffin cruises, and nature trips.

1932 Criterion Theatre on Mount Desert Island
EntertainmentBar Harbor

1932 Criterion Theatre

35 Cottage Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
HoursThu–Sat 6–10pm; Sun 2–6pm; Mon–Wed closedHours via Google profile; showtimes vary — check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
Google rating not confirmedChecked Oct 10, 2026

Historic theater hosting films, concerts, and live performances.

Reel Pizza Cinerama on Mount Desert Island
EntertainmentBar Harbor

Reel Pizza Cinerama

33 Kennebec Place, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursdaily 4–9pmHours via official site; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
Google rating not confirmedChecked Oct 10, 2026

Cinema pairing current movies with pizza and local beer.

EntertainmentBar Harbor

Acadian Boat Tours

119 Eden St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hourscruises 10am & 1pm; +4pm Jun–AugSeason: May 10–Oct 31; departure schedule — check before visiting
Seasonal · check opening dates
★4.7 (1,612)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Seasonal narrated boat tours of Frenchman Bay.

EntertainmentBar Harbor

Lulu Lobster Boat Ride

55 West Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursdepartures 9am, 11:30am, 2:30pm, 5pmSeason: May 7–Oct 17, 2026; check before visiting
Seasonal · check opening dates
★4.9 (430)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Hands-on lobster boat ride, seasonal May through October.

EntertainmentBar Harbor

Bar Harbor Ghost Tours

26 Mount Desert Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursnightly from 8pm; Haunted Mansion Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri 6pmTour schedule via official site; check before visiting
Seasonal · check opening dates
★4.8 (127)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Guided evening ghost tours, seasonal May through October.

Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf on Mount Desert Island
EntertainmentBar Harbor

Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf

368 State Highway 3, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursdaily 11am–6pm, weather permittingSeason: May–mid-Oct; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
Google rating not confirmedChecked Oct 10, 2026

Pirate-themed miniature golf with waterfalls, caves, and views.

The Oceanarium and Education Center on Mount Desert Island
EntertainmentBar Harbor

The Oceanarium and Education Center

1351 State Highway 3, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hours9am–4pm (season schedule varies)Season: May 6–Oct 31; Wed–Sun spring/fall, daily late May–early Sep; check before visiting
Seasonal · check opening dates
★4.4 (271)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Nonprofit marine center with touch tanks, seasonal May–November.

George B. Dorr Museum on Mount Desert Island
EntertainmentBar Harbor

George B. Dorr Museum

105 Eden St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursfall: Mon–Fri 10am–5pm; Sat 1–4pmFall hours through Nov 19 as published; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.7 (171)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Hands-on natural history museum at College of the Atlantic.

Bar Harbor Historical Society on Mount Desert Island
EntertainmentBar Harbor

Bar Harbor Historical Society

127 West Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
HoursMon–Sat 10am–2pmSeason: late May–last Sat in Oct (last day Oct 24 as published); check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.6 (139)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Local history museum in the former St. Edward's Convent.

EntertainmentBar Harbor

Downeast Windjammer Cruises

1 Newport Dr, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hourssunset sail daily — 6:30pm mid-May–Aug 15, earlier toward OctSeason: mid-May–Oct, weather permitting; departure schedule — check before visiting
Seasonal · check opening dates
Google rating not confirmedChecked Oct 10, 2026

Schooner Margaret Todd sails, seasonal mid-May through October.

Diver Ed's Dive-In Theatre on Mount Desert Island
EntertainmentBar Harbor

Diver Ed's Dive-In Theatre

105 Eden St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
HoursClosed for 2026 — see you in 2027Closed for the 2026 season per official site; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.9 (170)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Underwater dive boat tour with live sea creatures.

EntertainmentBar Harbor

Coastal Kayaking Tours / Acadia Bike

48 Cottage Street, Bar Harbor, Maine 04609
HoursMay, Sep, Oct 9am–5pm; Jun–Aug 8am–5pmSeason: May–Oct; check before visiting
Seasonal · check opening dates
★4.8 (326)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Guided sea-kayak tours and bike rentals, seasonal May–October.

EntertainmentBar Harbor

Oli's Trolley

55 West Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
HoursMon–Sat 9am–8pm; Sun 9am–5pmHours via Google profile; tours by online booking — check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.8 (637)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Narrated trolley tours of Bar Harbor and Acadia.

Wendell Gilley Museum on Mount Desert Island
EntertainmentSouthwest Harbor

Wendell Gilley Museum

4 Herrick Road, Southwest Harbor, Maine 04679
Hourssummer Tue–Sat 10am–4pmSummer May 27–Oct 31; fall/winter Fri–Sat sessions; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.8 (111)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Museum of decorative wood bird carvings and folk art.

EntertainmentSouthwest Harbor

Sail Acadia

11 Apple Ln, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679
Hoursdaily 8am–6pm; cruises depart several times dailyDeparture schedule via official site; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
Google rating not confirmedChecked Oct 10, 2026

Sailing charters and day tours exploring Somes Sound.

Island Cruises on Mount Desert Island
EntertainmentBass Harbor

Island Cruises

12 Little Island Way, Bass Harbor, ME 04653
Hoursdaily 8am–8pm; multiple cruises dailySeason: Jun 1–mid-Oct; hours via Google profile — check before visiting
Seasonal · check opening dates
Google rating not confirmedChecked Oct 10, 2026

Seasonal scenic nature cruises from Bass Harbor.

Seal Cove Auto Museum on Mount Desert Island
EntertainmentSeal Cove

Seal Cove Auto Museum

1414 Tremont Rd, Seal Cove, ME 04674
Hours10am–5pm May 1–Oct 31; Nov–Apr by appointmentSeason: May 1–Oct 31; check before visiting
Seasonal · check opening dates
★4.9 (534)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Antique automobile collection open seasonally May through October.

Somesville Museum & Gardens on Mount Desert Island
EntertainmentSomesville

Somesville Museum & Gardens

2 Oak Hill Rd, Mount Desert, ME 04660
HoursTue–Sat 10am–4pmSeason: Jun–Sep; check before visiting
Seasonal · check opening dates
Google rating not confirmedChecked Oct 10, 2026

Island history exhibits and heirloom gardens, seasonal June–September.

Maine Granite Industry Museum on Mount Desert Island
EntertainmentMount Desert

Maine Granite Industry Museum

62 Beech Hill Cross Rd, Mount Desert, ME 04660
Hoursdaily 10am–4pmYear-round per official site; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
Google rating not confirmedChecked Oct 10, 2026

Small museum preserving Maine's granite quarrying heritage.

Wildwood Stables / Acadia by Carriage on Mount Desert Island
EntertainmentSeal Harbor

Wildwood Stables / Acadia by Carriage

49 Dane Farm Rd, Mount Desert, ME 04660
Hourstours 9am, 11am, 1pm, 3pm (Day Mountain); 9:30am & 1:30pm (Bridges)Season: May 23–Oct 18, 2026; departure schedule — check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.8 (85)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Horse-drawn carriage rides along Acadia's carriage roads.

Asticou Azalea Garden on Mount Desert Island
EntertainmentNortheast Harbor

Asticou Azalea Garden

3 Sound Drive, Northeast Harbor, ME 04662
Hoursdawn to dusk dailySeason: May 2–Nov 1, 2026; check before visiting
Seasonal · check opening dates
★4.8 (851)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Japanese-style garden with azaleas, seasonal May through October.

Thuya Garden on Mount Desert Island
EntertainmentNortheast Harbor

Thuya Garden

15 Thuya Drive, Northeast Harbor, ME 04662
Hoursgarden dawn to dusk daily; lodge 10am–5pmSeason: Jun 13–Oct 13, 2026; check before visiting
Seasonal · check opening dates
★4.8 (363)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Hillside garden open seasonally June through October.

Thematic photo — carriage road in Acadia National ParkThematic photo
EntertainmentBar Harbor

Acadia Fat Tire E-Bike

39 Cottage Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
HoursMon–Sat 8:30am–4:30pm; Sun closedHours via official site; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
Google rating not confirmedChecked Oct 10, 2026

E-bike rentals for riders planning an Acadia carriage-road loop.

EntertainmentBar Harbor

Acadia Mountain Guides

228 Main Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
HoursMon–Sat 8am–8pm; Sun 8am–6pmBar Harbor season May–Oct; hours via Google profile — check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
Google rating not confirmedChecked Oct 10, 2026

Local climbing instruction and guided days for varied experience levels.

Island Explorer on Mount Desert Island
TransportMount Desert Island

Island Explorer

19 Firefly Ln, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursseasonal shuttle — see route timetablesSeason: May 20–Oct 12, 2026 (routes vary); check before visiting
Seasonal · check opening dates

Seasonal fare-free buses linking towns, park stops, and carriage roads.

EntertainmentSouthwest Harbor

Acadia Lobster Cruise

11 Apple Ln, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679
Hourstrips 10am & 2pm Mon–Fri, by bookingNow booking for the 2026 season; by reservation — check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.8 (87)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Working lobster boat cruise from the Quiet Side with trap hauling and an onboard lobster meal.

EntertainmentSouthwest Harbor

Maine State Sea Kayak

254 Main Street, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679
Hoursdaily 8am–8pmHours via Google profile; tours by booking — check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.8 (164)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Guided small-group sea kayaking from the western side of Mount Desert Island.

EntertainmentBar Harbor

Paddling Beaches Private Kayak Tours

30 Rodick St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursdaily 8am–12amHours via Google profile; private tours by booking — check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.9 (56)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Private guided sea-kayak trips shaped around the group, shoreline, weather, and tides.

Bar Harbor Bicycle Shop on Mount Desert Island
EntertainmentBar Harbor

Bar Harbor Bicycle Shop

141 Cottage Street, Bar Harbor, Maine 04609
Hourspeak: daily 9am–6pm (Jun 15–Aug 16); shoulder: daily 9am–5pm; winter: Wed–Sat 10am–4pm2026 schedule via official site; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.9 (1,112)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Long-running downtown bicycle shop offering rentals and support for carriage-road rides.

Acadia Ebike Adventure on Mount Desert Island
EntertainmentBar Harbor

Acadia Ebike Adventure

1 Dewey St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
HoursHulls Cove full-day starts 8–9am; walk-ins daily 10am–2pmRentals through Oct 31; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★5.0 (622)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

E-bike rentals for self-guided rides, including Acadia carriage-road outings.

EntertainmentBar Harbor

Acadia Bike Rentals

48 Cottage St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
HoursMay, Sep, Oct 9am–5pm; Jun–Aug 8am–5pmSeason: May–Oct, 7 days a week; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.2 (200)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Bicycle rentals from the same local operator as Coastal Kayaking Tours.

Thematic photo — cycling scenery around Eagle Lake in AcadiaThematic photo
EntertainmentSouthwest Harbor

Southwest Cycle

370 Main St, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679
HoursMon–Sat 9:30am–4:30pm; Sun closedHours via Google profile; main season May–Oct — check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
★4.9 (111)Google Maps · checked Oct 10, 2026

Quiet Side bicycle shop and rental base for island and carriage-road rides.

EntertainmentSouthwest Harbor / Hulls Cove

Island Time Acadia

16 Village Green Way, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679
Hoursdaily 9am–5pmHours via Google profile; check before visiting
Seasonal · check opening dates
Google rating not confirmedChecked Oct 10, 2026

Active e-bike rental and tour operator with a Southwest Harbor shop and a seasonal Hulls Cove launch point.

EntertainmentBar Harbor

Acadia Outfitters

106 Cottage Street, Bar Harbor, Maine 04609
Hoursdaily 9am–5pmSeason: May 15–Oct 15; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
Google rating not confirmedChecked Oct 10, 2026

Outdoor outfitter associated with Acadia Bike and Coastal Kayaking Tours.

RestaurantSeal Harbor

Lighthouse Inn & Restaurant

12 Main St, Seal Harbor, ME 04675
HoursTue–Sat 8am–8pm; Sun 9am–8pm; Mon closedSeasonal; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
Google rating not confirmedChecked Oct 10, 2026

Family-owned inn and restaurant on Main Street in Seal Harbor.

CafeNortheast Harbor

The Salt Market

141 Main St, Northeast Harbor, ME 04662
HoursThu–Sun 8am–2pm; Mon–Wed closedOpen for the season; Google listings conflict — check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct

Kitchen collective with coffee, to-go food, local ingredients, and provisions.

Bass Harbor Head Light Station on Mount Desert Island
EntertainmentBass Harbor

Bass Harbor Head Light Station

116 Lighthouse Rd, Bass Harbor, ME 04653
Hoursdaily 9am–7pmHours via Google profile; grounds access varies — check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct
Google rating not confirmedChecked Oct 10, 2026

Historic lighthouse grounds and shoreline viewpoints at the entrance to Bass Harbor.

The Acadia Shop on Mount Desert Island
Gift ShopBar Harbor

The Acadia Shop

85 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursdaily 8am–11pmSeasonal; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct

Acadia/Maine apparel, blueberry jams and local foods, gifts & home decor, ice cream. Group of Acadia shops (downtown, Cadillac summit, Thunder Hole, Jordan Pond).

Cool As A Moose on Mount Desert Island
Gift ShopBar Harbor

Cool As A Moose

118 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Hoursdaily 10am–10pmSeasonal; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct

Moose-themed Maine souvenirs: apparel, stickers, sunglasses, gifts.

Spruce & Gussy on Mount Desert Island
Gift ShopBar Harbor

Spruce & Gussy

12 Mount Desert St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
HoursMon–Fri 10am–8pm; Sat–Sun 10am–5pmSeasonal; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct

Locally owned gift shop with unique/functional goods by US artisans & small companies: stationery, bath & body, children's gifts, fiber arts, jewelry.

Gift ShopBar Harbor

Geddy's By The Sea

21 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
HoursMon–Thu 10am–6pm; Fri–Sat 10am–7pm; Sun 12–6pmSeasonal (early March–early Dec); check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct

Fine gifts, Maine-made pottery, jewelry, lamps, clothing, food, nautical decor (Vera Bradley, Chamilia, Jim Shore). Associated with Geddy's restaurant.

Tom Cat Tide on Mount Desert Island
Gift ShopSouthwest Harbor

Tom Cat Tide

16 Clark Point Rd, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679
Hoursdaily 10am–5pmSeasonal; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct

Artisan-filled boutique: upcycled jewelry, clothing, toys, home goods, small-batch unique items.

Acadia Quietside Shop on Mount Desert Island
Gift ShopSouthwest Harbor

Acadia Quietside Shop

366 Main St, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679
Hoursdaily 9am–9pmSeasonal; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct

Acadia/Maine souvenirs & gifts; Quietside-area souvenir shop.

Pure Maine on Mount Desert Island
Gift ShopSouthwest Harbor

Pure Maine

363 Main St, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679
HoursThu–Fri 10am–5pm; Sat 10am–4pmSeasonal; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct

Maine gourmet food items and Maine-made gifts: art & crafts, cards, ornaments, books, kitchenware — all locally made.

Gift ShopNortheast Harbor

The Kimball Shop

135 Main St, Northeast Harbor, ME 04662
HoursMon–Sat 10am–5pm; Sun 12–5pmYear-round (per business description) · check before visiting
Year-round · verify today’s hours

Family-owned since 1935; largest shop on MDI per its description: fine tabletop, linens, gourmet kitchen, bath & home, stationery, toys, lamps; boutique with designer clothing, handbags, shoes, jewelry; bridal registry, gift wrapping. OPEN YEAR-ROUND.

Swallowfield on Mount Desert Island
Gift ShopNortheast Harbor

Swallowfield

104 Main St, Northeast Harbor, ME 04662
HoursSun/Mon/Wed–Sat 9:30am–5:30pm; Tue 10am–5pmSeasonal; check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct

Contemporary curated gifts, stationery, housewares, women's accessories, functional craft, art, books, art supplies.

Slack Tide Shop on Mount Desert Island
Gift ShopBernard

Slack Tide Shop

129 Bernard Rd, Bernard, ME 04612
HoursTue–Sat 11am–7pmSeasonal (with Thurston's season); verify · check before visiting
Hours & season vary · check direct

Small curated shop by Thurston's Lobster Pound: Maine & New England made goods, easy summer clothing, lobster/coastal prints, stickers, custom pet portraits.

Directory note: Venue photos and restaurant Google ratings are a dated October 10, 2026 snapshot. This island-wide directory covers the restaurants, cafés, bars, gift shops, and visitor activities found across Mount Desert Island in the October 10, 2026 review. Businesses and seasons change, so confirm current hours and reservations directly. Entries marked “status uncertain” need an extra check before a trip.
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