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
$78
2 travelers
Flight to Bar Harbor
3 nights at hotel
Bar Harbor in November
Estimated package price
$78
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 25m.

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 Thrifty, 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 25m.

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 Thrifty, among others, in Portland.

Airports near Bar Harbor

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Airlines serving Bar Harbor

KLM
Good (1,590 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,667 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,708 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,416 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (13,111 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,218 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,971 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,189 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (675 reviews)
Breeze Airways
Excellent (327 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,446 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (677 reviews)
Cape Air
Excellent (34 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. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Bar Harbor, with prices from $13 to $1,022 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Bar Harbor are about 116% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

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, 1592 reviews)
$158+
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The Inn on Mount Desert
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 1306 reviews)
$100+
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Bar Harbor Manor
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 904 reviews)
$103+
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Lindenwood Inn
2 stars
Excellent (9, 283 reviews)
$595+
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Best Western Acadia Park Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1185 reviews)
$142+
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Seasider Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1136 reviews)
$92+
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Renting a car in Bar Harbor

Renting a car in Bar Harbor costs $229 per day, on average, or $458 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, 54% 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 18% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Bar Harbor costs $229 per day, on average, or $458 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, 54% 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 18% cheaper than other types, on average.

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