Southwest Harbor
Travel Guide





Visit Southwest Harbor
Where to stay in Southwest Harbor

Seawall
While there might not be top attractions in Seawall, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Asticou Azalea Garden.

Manset
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Manset and surrounding area, you can visit Asticou Azalea Garden and Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse.

Poet's Cabin - Year-round Acadia A-Frame Getaway

The Inn on Mount Desert
Really great themed details throughout! Nice cozy vibe, with nautical notes everywhere. Room was clean, comfortable, and cozy. Staff super friendly. Breakfast was top notch!
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Bar Harbor Manor
Clean room, great staff, accommodating for the weekend tournament in town
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

The Bungalow
Everything was clean and easily accessible. The kitchen supplied just about everything we needed for our 4 night stay. We just needed to purchase perishables. The location was perfect, close to Acadia National Park but on the quieter side. We even saw 3 deer right on the property!
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025

Poet's Cabin - Year-round Acadia A-Frame Getaway

Peaceful Cottage with Ocean Access
Very nice cottage, it was nice and clean when we got there too. They had they had heat on and was very cozy. Recommend for anyone to stay. I know we will return!
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Popular places to visit
Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
Explore the lovely green spaces of Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead and also enjoy the hiking trails in Southwest Harbor. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Flying Mountain Trailhead
You can take time to visit Flying Mountain Trailhead during your travels to Southwest Harbor. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply enjoy its seafood restaurants.
Beech Cliff Loop
Enjoy a trip to Beech Cliff Loop and popular activities such as hiking in Southwest Harbor. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Things to do

Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Self Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour Acadia NP From Hulls Cove VC

Best of Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

Acadia National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Bar Harbor & Acadia's Ocean Trailhead: GPS-Guided Audio Tour


