Overview
Bar Harbor is a village on Mount Desert Island in Hancock County, Maine. It is a useful base for those visiting Acadia National Park.
Beach · Day Trips · Family Travel · History · Museums
Before you go
Connectivity
Free WiFi at Village Green; Internet cafe available seasonally.
Food
Hannaford Supermarket offers cheap groceries; restaurant meals can be expensive.
Money
Room rates vary drastically by season; summer prices can be 3-4x higher than off-peak.
Safety
Lock your car in tourist season; be careful on coastal waters – hypothermia and fog risks.
Transport
Island Explorer buses are free and cover the island; central area is walkable.
Weather
Summer is peak season with crowds; much quieter October to April.