Town

Bar Harbor

5,098 people (2020)

A gateway to Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor is renowned for its stunning landscapes, seafood dining, and outdoor activities.

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Sightseeing weather

June, July, August and September

Weather only, worked out from the town's records.

On the map

Where it is, and the other places we have mapped around it.

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Things to do in Bar Harbor

5 we list here

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1Thunder HoleOutdoor adventure·About 30m·Easy·Best at middayThunder Hole is a captivating natural rock inlet where crashing waves create a thunderous sound, especially dramatic when viewed just before high tide.

2Sand BeachBeaches & water·About 2h·Easy·Any timeSand Beach is a stunning 290-yard sandy shore nestled among granite cliffs, perfect for sunbathing and swimming.

3Agamont ParkOutdoor adventure·About 1h·Easy·Any timeAgamont Park offers a tranquil setting with views of Bar Harbor, ideal for picnicking and enjoying the scenery.

4Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co.Outdoor adventure·About 3h·Easy·Any timeBar Harbor Whale Watch Co.

5Abbe MuseumMuseums & galleries·About 1h 30m·Easy·Any timeThe Abbe Museum provides fascinating insights into the history and culture of the Wabanaki people, showcasing their heritage through engaging exhibits.

Durations, effort and best times are our AI's estimates.

Places to eat in Bar Harbor

4 we list here

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1HavanaSuits dinner·$$$$Havana offers an upscale dining experience with a Latin flair, featuring a sophisticated menu that changes regularly.

2Mache BistroSuits dinner·$$$A French-inspired bistro offering a menu that changes seasonally, focusing on local ingredients.

3Finback AlehouseAmerican·Suits dinner, late-night·$$$A modern alehouse offering a variety of craft beers and a menu of pub-style dishes with a twist.

4BlazeSuits dinner·$$$A contemporary restaurant specializing in wood-fired cuisine, offering a modern take on classic dishes.

Cuisine from OpenStreetMap. "Suits" and price bands are our AI's estimates.

Places to stay in Bar Harbor

7 we list here

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1Bar Harbor MotelMotel·Good for families, budget travelers·$$A family-friendly motel near downtown Bar Harbor, featuring an outdoor pool and direct trail access to Acadia National Park.

2Bar Harbor Grand HotelHotel·Good for couples, families, business·$$$A centrally located hotel in Bar Harbor with spacious rooms and a complimentary breakfast.

3Harborside Hotel, Spa & MarinaHotel·Good for couples, families, groups·$$$A newly renovated oceanfront hotel in downtown Bar Harbor, offering 193–211 deluxe rooms and suites with views of Frenchman's Bay.

4Bar Harbor Villager MotelMotel·Good for couples, families, budget travelers·$$A motel in Bar Harbor offering comfortable rooms and a complimentary breakfast.

5West Street HotelHotel·Good for couples, families, business·$$$A hotel in Bar Harbor offering harbor views and a rooftop pool.

6Atlantic Eyrie LodgeHotel·Good for couples, families·$$A lodge in Bar Harbor offering ocean views and a complimentary breakfast.

7The Inn on Mount DesertHotel·Good for couples, families, budget travelers·$$A cozy inn in Bar Harbor offering comfortable rooms and a complimentary breakfast.

Type of stay from OpenStreetMap. "Good for" and price bands are our AI's estimates.

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The weather you'd get

Typical daily high and low, and the share of days with rain, from historical records (2011-2025). Average weather for Bar Harbor, not a forecast.

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Warmest month: July, highs around 73°F, 23°C. Wettest: April, rain on about 41% of days. Driest: September.

Sightseeing weather. The mildest, driest and calmest months for sightseeing are June, July, August and September. That is weather only. It says nothing about ski seasons, beach days or festivals, which is often why people go.

Nearby towns

Belfast · 40 mi

From Wikipedia

Bar Harbor is a resort town on Mount Desert Island in Hancock County, Maine, United States. As of the 2020 census, its population is 5,089. The town is home to the College of the Atlantic, Jackson Laboratory, and MDI Biological Laboratory. During summer and fall seasons, it is a popular tourist destination.

Sources and credits

Names, place details, opening times and addresses © OpenStreetMap contributors, available under the Open Database Licence.

Text: Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.

Facts: Wikidata (CC0).

Weather: Open-Meteo historical weather data.

Airports: OurAirports, public domain.

Photo: Bar Harbor, ME by Quintin Soloviev, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

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