Bar Harbor Tourism

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Sitting adjacent to Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor, Maine, has been a favorite tourist spot since the early 1900s. Once home to some of the wealthiest families in America, it now serves as a major tourist location. The season opens in summer and lasts until fall, when the brilliant fall foliage brings one last round of visitors.

Lodging

As varied as the weather, lodging of every variety is available in Bar Harbor. Hotels, cottages and camp grounds are near beaches in the summer and snowmobile paths in the winter.

Family Attractions

Miniature golf, museums and paint ball are just a few of the attractions Maine offers. Each season brings new diversions, whether you're looking for fun and exciting or laid-back and relaxing.

Events

Bar Harbor has year-round events celebrating history, the environment and arts and crafts. One of the biggest draws is the Christmas Prelude in early December.

Sports and Outdoors

Sailing in Bar Harbor, Maine

Summer offers the opportunity to enjoy the water. Kayaking trips, biking and hiking are all crowd-pleasers. As the temperature drops, skiing, dog sledding and ice climbing are local favorites.

Getaways

Hundreds of weekend or getaways can be arranged, whether a family trip or romantic getaway, there is something for everyone.

Acadia National Park

Home to the tallest mountain on the eastern U.S. coast, Acadia National Park offers travelers a chance to hike on granite peaks or bike on historic carriage paths.

Resources

Maine Attractions

Article Written By Sara John

Sara John is a professional writer and copy editor living in Des Moines, IA. She has worked professionally for seven years, and written articles for the Long Beach Press-Telegram, as well as other local publications. She is a graduate of Grand View University and holds a B.A. in journalism.

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