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Things to see in Bar Harbor, Maine (United States): 12 places and when to go
Bar Harbor, Maine is a town in United States, and this site lists 12 places in and around it, mainly Nature (8), Mountains (3), Architecture (2). The best known are Cadillac Mountain, Catherine Mountain and Abbe Museum. The best time to come is April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 20 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 40. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 44.3879, -68.2044
- Places
- 12 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (8) · Mountains (3) · Architecture (2) · Museums and art (1) · Food and drink (1)
- Best time
- April to October.
- Also possible
- November to March.
- Nearest airport
- JFK New York, 619 km as the crow flies
What to see in Bar Harbor, Maine
The places in and around Bar Harbor, Maine, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Cadillac MountainNature · Mountains4.2 km
- Catherine MountainMountain in United States of America27 km
- Abbe MuseumArchive organization in Bar Harbor, United States172 m
- Frenchman BayBay in Hancock County, Maine3.3 km
- Somes SoundBody of water running deep into Mount Desert Island, Maine, United States10 km
- Petit Manan LightLighthouse in Maine, United States27 km
- Prospect Harbor Point LightLighthouse in Maine, United States15 km
- Gouldsboro BayBight in Maine, United States of America, United States of America19 km
- Pigeon Hill BayBay in Maine, U.S26 km
- Prospect HarborBay in Hancock County, Maine, United States16 km
- The BeehiveMountain in Acadia National Park, Maine, United States6.2 km
- Atlantic Brewing CompanyBrewery254 m
When to go to Bar Harbor, Maine
The best time to visit Bar Harbor, Maine is April to October; also possible: November to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:01
- FebPossible10:13
- MarPossible11:38
- AprBest time13:15
- MayBest time14:36
- JunBest time15:20
- JulBest time15:02
- AugBest time13:51
- SepBest time12:17
- OctBest time10:44
- NovPossible9:21
- DecPossible8:40
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 20 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 40. In April, 12 of the 12 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Bar Harbor, Maine
The nearest main airport is John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK, New York), 619 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Bass Harbor22 places21 km
- Sedgwick6 places36 km
- Bucksport8 places51 km
- Bangor, Maine12 places65 km
- Vinalhaven5 places66 km
- Machiasport11 places73 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Bar Harbor, Maine?
The best known: Cadillac Mountain, Catherine Mountain, Abbe Museum, Frenchman Bay, Somes Sound. In all, 12 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Bar Harbor, Maine?
April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 20 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 40.
How do you get to Bar Harbor, Maine?
The nearest main airport is John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 619 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Bar Harbor, Maine as the destination and these 12 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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