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Things to do in Bar Harbor, Maine (ME): The Best Tours
Mansions and majestic hotels serve as reminders of Bar Harbor’s past (in the 19th century, it was a favorite vacation spot of society’s upper crust). Today, visitors kayak, explore Acadia National Park, go bird- or whale-watching, and enjoy salty sea air and sandy beaches.
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1. A Walk Through Time in Bar Harbor - Celebrating 200+ Years!
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This 90 minute walking tour will begin in front of the Abbe Museum on Mount Desert Street. Your local, experienced guide will share highlights and secrets from the Gilded Age, stories of rum running, and tales of the town folk who influenced the development of Bar Harbor as you wend your way throughout the village. You'll stroll along the Shore Path, walk through the burial ground and visit the civil war monument. The tour will end in front of LaRochelle Mansion where the Bar Harbor Historical Society resides.
Inclusions: Guided tour of Bar Harbor, You'll end the tour with a sweet treat!
Exclusions: Gratuity to your tour guide
Reviewed By rkblanch
We loved the food and Timothy was an excellent, knowledgeable guide with the perfect mix of food and historical information! What a great way to see the Old Port area and try some awesome food!
2. 3 Hour: ACADIA NATIONAL PARK TOUR Cadillac Mountain, Sand Beach & Thunder Hole
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 26 reviews
Amazing Local Guides, Amazing Tours Welcome to Bar Harbor, Maine, home of Acadia National Park on Mount Desert Island. Operating since 1999, we are Bar Harbor’s and Mount Desert Island’s largest car service and private van touring company. Our goal is to provide you with the best tour experience available by providing distinct and personalized services targeted to your specific needs. Our tours are private. We do not put groups together. Our minivans seat 5 comfortably. We can book to 6 but know that 3 will be sharing the back seat. We will customize the tour to your time and tastes. *Note: All tour descriptions are what can be typically completed in the stated time frame. Because we allow clients to spend the time they want at each location some stops listed may be excluded if extra time is taken by the client at a site of interest. We do not take clients onto Sand Beach or into Jordan Pond House because of crowds but show overviews of both.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Snacks
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Reviewed By christophert2015
My sister and I booked The Ultimate Island Tour and could not have been happier with our experience!!! Our tour guide Bill T was amazing and being a native of Mt Desert Island offers a wonderful insight and commentary to the tour...such a great guide and so much fun to spend the day with him. We will definitely be recommending to friends and family...great way to start our weekend get away!!!
3. Savor Bar Harbor Culinary Walking Tour
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 75 reviews
- An amazing array of tastes will be accompanied by a generous serving of local history, fun facts and lore – making your visit to Bar Harbor a unique and exciting adventure! - As you sample the fare at the various stops, our tour guides and proprietors will reveal the history behind their industry and what goes into making their specialties. This is a fairly short walk around the Village Green and the beautiful harbor with plenty of food for lunch.
Inclusions: Lunch, VIP Package
Exclusions: Gratuity to the tour guide
Reviewed By 806AnneC
THIS WAS A WONDERFUL TOUR. It was filled with info provided by our guide Sue. She gave us more time than was allotted to finish the tour and we loved every minute.The tour was so informative and so much fun ! The tour is a must if you wish to understand how Bar Harbor came to be a destination.
4. Narrated Bus Tour of Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park (Classic - 2.5 Hours)
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 466 reviews
Our fully narrated bus tour will satisfy even the most info-hungry tour-goer! Featuring three stops within Acadia National Park, guests will learn about the history of Bar Harbor and Acadia, the geology, the wildlife, and much more, all while taking in the stunning ocean and mountain views. Tour stops include the summit of Cadillac Mountain (the highest point on the eastern seaboard), Thunder Hole (an oceanside stop), and Sieur De Monts Spring (Wild Gardens of Acadia). Nature lovers, history buffs, photographers, or anyone wanting to get oriented with Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park will appreciate the knowledge and experience of our tour guides. Just sit back, relax, and let us guide you through the human and natural history of this exceptional locale. Whether you are here for the day, or an extended period, there is no better way to start your visit! Experience the wonder and beauty of Acadia National Park from mid-May through October. Book your tour today!
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes
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Reviewed By alfredp997
Excellent tour. They give you enough time at each stop, provide interesting history and details along the way and at each stop. Couldn't ask for more.
5. Savor Bar Harbor Culinary Walking Tour
Overall Ratings
4.1 based on 8 reviews
- An amazing array of tastes will be accompanied by a generous serving of local history, fun facts and lore – making your visit to Bar Harbor a unique and exciting adventure! - As you sample the fare at the various stops, our tour guides and proprietors will reveal the history behind their industry and what goes into making their specialties. This is a fairly short walk around the Village Green and the beautiful harbor with plenty of food for lunch.
Inclusions: Lunch, VIP Gift, Guided walking tour of Bar Harbor
Exclusions: Gratuity to the tour guide
Reviewed By rkblanch
We loved the food and Timothy was an excellent, knowledgeable guide with the perfect mix of food and historical information! What a great way to see the Old Port area and try some awesome food!
6. 2-Hour Tall Ship Cruise from Bar Harbor
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 20 reviews
If visiting on a cruise or staying in a hotel, this 2-hour cruise of Frenchman Bay with its stunning views of Acadia National Park is a tall ship cruise that will live long in your memory.
Inclusions: 2 Hour round trip cruise
Exclusions: Food and Drinks
Reviewed By M9915XAjessicas
If you want a general harbor cruise, this is good, but if you're looking for a romantic quiet evening watching the sunset from a sailboat that is not what you will get. The crew was pleasant and the live music was nice when the musician played nearby. Unfortunately was not as advertised as a romantic sunset sail with maximum 15 people on board. There were closer to 50 people, so there was no room to move around or even spread out in your seat, and it was very loud. Also, boarding for this is 30 minutes prior to the departure time, with no mention of that on this site, the confirmation emails, or the tickets. We were set to arrive 15 minutes prior for a 5pm departure, and at 4:40pm they were calling us asking where we were and saying we would forfeit our tickets and miss the cruise if we didn't arrive shortly. Disappointed with this for the price. Trip Advisor needs to update the description to match the experience, and should update the time to 4:30pm since they expect you there to board at that time.
7. Tall Ship Romantic Sunset Sail with Beer, Wine and Music
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 7 reviews
This 2 hour sunset cruise of Frenchman Bay offers a romantic setting to enjoy the most amazing views with a glass of wine or a cold beer. Quite often we have live music this cruise that will live long in your memory.
Inclusions: 2 Hour round trip cruise
Exclusions: Food and Drinks. Beer and Wine can be purchased onboard.
Reviewed By 102warrens
This was uneventful! Trip lacked interest and very little personality. Weather was poor and trip should have been cancelled.
8. Premium Narrated Bus Tour of Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park (3.5 Hours)
Our Premium Narrated Bus Tour of Acadia National Park is an extended and enhanced version (3.5 hours) of our very popular Classic Tour. The Premium Tour takes place on a luxury Berkshire Coach with air conditioning, improved view-ability from the bus, as well as a smaller group setting (22 people or less). The additional tour time allows more flexibility, extra time a stops, and the possibility of additional stops within the park.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes
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Reviewed By GeorgeyPorgeyPandP
Slightly worried when we saw the bus. She is an old lady. However, the bus is probably more comfortable than modern ones and very easy trying to negoitaiate getting on. Tour was great, helped by having a very good guide who doubled as the driver.
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