Bar Harbor
Bar Harbor, Maine, is well-known for being the entrance to Acadia National Park and has a long-standing reputation as a picturesque retreat that encapsulates all the state's best attributes. Its location along Frenchman Bay affords visitors a wealth of tranquil water vistas to their left and right, as well as rugged coasts that seem to have been plucked from a landscape painting.
Additionally, it serves as the ideal starting place for some of Maine's top whale-watching excursions. In addition, the community cultivates a unique charm that gives the impression that you have left reality and entered a storybook. However, the quantity of mouthwatering local lobster will undoubtedly bring you back to reality. This is the kind of location you go to refresh and rediscover the simple pleasures: taking a leisurely stroll, admiring the water as the day wears off, and indulging in delectable local cuisine. Bar Harbor is perfect for all of that. Keep reading to explore more best day trips in Maine.
Location: Mount Desert Island, Hancock County, Maine, United States
Best Times to Visit: June to August
Rankings:
- #1 Best Cheap Summer Vacations
- #1 Best Small Towns to Visit in the USA
- #2 Best Mountain Towns to Visit in the USA
