Top, Best & Fun Rooftop Bars in Acadia National Park

"At this buzzing bar and eatery, pub grub comes with the occasional twist – think build-your-own burgers or mac 'n' cheese with gourmet toppings. Plenty of creative sandwiches, too, such as pulled pork with... American in Bar Harbor"

"At this buzzing bar and eatery, pub grub comes with the occasional twist – think build-your-own burgers or mac 'n' cheese with gourmet toppings. Plenty of creative sandwiches, too, such as pulled pork with..."

"One of the best views in downtown Bar Harbor is right at West Street Cafe. The upstairs dining area has excellent views of Frenchman Bay, while right below is great for people watching. The West Street Cafe menu is heavy on seafood with dishes like crab meat rolls, lobster rolls, fish n chips, clam chowder, and baked stuffed lobster."

"Located on historic West Street near the waterfront in downtown Bar Harbor. We are a popular family restaurant specializing in fresh lobster and other local seafood. We also serve great steak, pasta dishes and, of course - blueberry pie!"

"La Bella Vita is a delightful Italian-style restaurant in Bar Harbor, focused around ideas of local cooking, community gathering, and health-conscious produce and oils infused in a variety of excellent traditional entrees. Dinner service focuses on classic rustic dishes such as veal parmigiana, chicken saltimbocca, and veal scallopini, served up alongside land and sea plates such as rustic shellfish stew, braised boneless short ribs, steak frites, and Old World-style bella filet duos. Diners can also enjoy quattro formaggi or margherita brick-oven pizzas and specialty paninis or create their own pasta entrees from a variety of pasta, sauce, and topping options."

"La Bella Vita has made a name for itself as one of the finest Bar Harbor, Maine restaurants by combining Italy's culinary passion with garden-fresh ingredients and authentic Old World recipes perfected over generations. With earthy tones, copper pots, handcrafted Italian mosaics and al fresco patio dining, La Bella Vita offers an exceptional Bar Harbor dining experience that builds on the traditions of an Italian trattoria."

"The Mount Desert Oceanarium was recently renovated after a fire, and now includes more options for those interested in learning about the natural world and experiencing it up close and personally. The Oceanarium includes a lobster hatchery which helps to maintain a healthy population of the large crustaceans that call the cold Atlantic waters off Maine’s coast home. There’s an area to walk near the marsh and dune habitats, as well as a museum full of interesting, interactive exhibits that are big hits with children and adults alike."

"It is a great place to educate your kids about a life of lobsters. Their own lobster hatchery gives you an opportunity to see and learn the process of hatching. You can talk the marsh walk around the museum which is important in creating awareness about the significant ecological principle."

"Spend an afternoon at the hands-on exhibits, learn about the life of a lobster fisherman, and take a guided tour of their Salt Marsh."

"Call me weird but I love visiting libraries is different towns and states. The beauty of the Jesup Memorial Library is definitely worth your time. Even if you just need to pop in there for the use of their wi-fi and a place to relax and read a good book, add this great library to your “must” attractions."

"Spend a rainy afternoon in this 100 year old library, which has a kid’s section, extensive selection of periodicals and a quiet reading room. Check their calendar for frequent talks, author readings, and live music."

"The Jesup Memorial Library serves as the public library for the town of Bar Harbor – a community resource and gathering place."

"A Maine Specialty Foods Market featuring Maine made items, responsibly harvested seafood, local shellfish, MDI caught lobster, Maine oysters, and serving hot food in a cafe style setting. Currently Open: YesCurrent Hours: Web Site Link: Peekytoe Provisions Facebook: Peekytoe Provisions Email: peekytoeprovisions@gmail.com Phone: (207) 801 9161 244 Main Street • Bar Harbor"

"It doesn’t have a ton of seating, so maybe look to sit outside. Plus if you’re looking for any food souvenirs, this may be a good spot to pick some up!. It’s closed Monday & Tuesday and dinner hours the rest of the week don’t extend past 7 (and even earlier on Sunday)."

"Champlain Mountain, at just over 1000 ft, provides stunning views of the eastern side of Mt Desert Island. It is also accessible via the Cadillac Mountain South and North Ridge Trails, but for a fun challenge try hiking the daunting Precipice Trail. The trail, which involves an exhilarating climb up the face of Champlain Mountain using iron rungs, handrails and ladders, is not for little kids or anyone with a fear of heights."

"One of Acadia's most surprising features is this beautiful stretch of sandy shoreline tucked between mountains on the east side of Mount Desert Island. The beach is around 300m long and attracts sunbathers, strollers and a few intrepid souls willing to brave the 55ºF/12.7ºC (summertime) water temperatures for a dip. A beautiful hiking trail starts from here."

"Maine has some gorgeous beaches, and Acadia National’s golden jewel is the popular Sand Beach. Nestled on the east side of Mount Desert Island, this idyllic shoreline perfectly sums up Maine’s natural beauty. Evergreen forest encircles the wide, sandy shores and granite mountains rise above the inlet."

"Sand Beach, the most sought-after destination in the park is a gorgeous beach nestled between the rocky cliffs and mountains. It is beautiful and perfect to spend a day there relaxing. The clear blue waters and sparkling sand are inviting and soothing."

"Echo Lake Beach is between Somesville and Southwest Harbor on the “quietside” of Mount Desert Island. You can access the lake from a few points: one being at the official beach and one being from the boat landing (which is ‘before’ the beach driving towards Southwest Harbor.) In both places, the water remains shallow for a good distance from the shore so it’s easy for kids or others wanting to ease in to get in. The official beach has sand, is roped off for safety/children, and has  a lifeguard from Memorial Day until Labor Day."

"Location: 44.315067, -68.336025 Distance to Acadia East Campground: 34.4 Miles, 48 Minutes. The best freshwater beach, within Acadia National Park on Mount Desert Island, is Echo Lake Beach. Located on the quieter, west side of the island, Echo Lake Beach was recently given a new spacious parking area and green Island Explorer shuttle bus stop: Route 7 Southwest Harbor."

"This beach is a bit of a drive from Bar Harbor, but the water is warmer and children will be able to stay in a bit longer. It also features a roped off swim area with a lifeguard. There are bathrooms and changing areas for the little ones."