Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Bar Harbor travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bar Harbor

With a population of 2,552, Bar Harbor is a must-see destination in Maine, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Bar Harbor deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Bar Harbor

If you’re looking for affordable options, Reading Room Restaurant at The Bar Harbor Inn (1 Newport Dr.) and McKay's Public House (231 Main St) are great picks.

When to visit Bar Harbor

Bar Harbor in November
Estimated package price
$54
2 travelers
Flight to Bar Harbor
3 nights at hotel
Bar Harbor in November
Estimated package price
$54
2 travelers
Flight to Bar Harbor
3 nights at hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bar Harbor in July, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 14 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 6.5″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Bar Harbor, with an average rainfall of 3.3″.

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How to Get to Bar Harbor

Plane

When flying to Bar Harbor, you’ll arrive at Bar Harbor (BHB), which is located 9 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Bar Harbor departs from Boston and takes around 1h 22m.

Car

Another option to get to Bar Harbor is to pick up a car rental from Portland, which is about 114 miles from Bar Harbor. You’ll find branches of Movly and Alamo, among others, in Portland.

Plane

When flying to Bar Harbor, you’ll arrive at Bar Harbor (BHB), which is located 9 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Bar Harbor departs from Boston and takes around 1h 22m.

Car

Another option to get to Bar Harbor is to pick up a car rental from Portland, which is about 114 miles from Bar Harbor. You’ll find branches of Movly and Alamo, among others, in Portland.

Airports near Bar Harbor

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Airlines serving Bar Harbor

KLM
Good (1,575 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,597 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,222 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,953 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,980 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,218 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,076 reviews)
Breeze Airways
Excellent (325 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (669 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,446 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (678 reviews)
Cape Air
Excellent (32 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bar Harbor

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Atlantic Eyrie Lodge and Bar Harbor Grand Hotel.

Most popular hotel in Bar Harbor by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Bar Harbor

Most booked hotels in Bar Harbor

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Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 1606 reviews)
$139+
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Hampton Inn Bar Harbor
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 318 reviews)
$320+
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Bluenose Inn - Bar Harbor Collection
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 752 reviews)
$263+
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Kimball Terrace Inn Northeast Harbor
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1088 reviews)
$254+
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Best Western Acadia Park Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1176 reviews)
$203+
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Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor - Acadia Natl Park By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1846 reviews)
$234+
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Renting a car in Bar Harbor

Renting a car in Bar Harbor costs $115 per day, on average, or $230 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 14% more expensive than at Bar Harbor.

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Bar Harbor (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.87 and $74.50. Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Bar Harbor, while also 19% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Bar Harbor costs $115 per day, on average, or $230 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 14% more expensive than at Bar Harbor.

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Bar Harbor (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.87 and $74.50. Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Bar Harbor, while also 19% cheaper than other types, on average.

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