5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Loved the area!
Southwest Harbor, ME
Travel Guide
Visit Southwest Harbor
Where to stay in Southwest Harbor
Seawall
Seawall might not have many top sights, but Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Asticou Azalea Garden are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Stone Park
377 High St, Ellsworth, ME
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Ellsworth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Seacoast Fun Park and Indian Point Trailhead ...
Hinckleys Dreamwood Cottages
318 Maine 3, Bar Harbor, ME
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Acadia National Park's Visitors Center ...
Hanscom's Motel and Cottages
273 ME-3, Bar Harbor, ME
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Acadia National Park's Visitors Center and Bar Harbor ...
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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 like hiking in Southwest Harbor. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Things to do
Acadia National Park Self-Guided Driving Tour
$17
per traveler
Acadia National Park & Bar Harbor Self-Guided Driving & Walking Tour
$25
per traveler
Bar Harbor: Haunted Ghost Walking Tour
$30
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
$15
per traveler
Bar Harbor Premium Tour With Thunder Hole & Acadia Park
$149
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
90-minute Ghost Walking Tour in Bar Harbor
$33
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Southwest Harbor
4.7
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Marina community with great views.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
There was a cute antique/collectible shop near the grocery store north of town that had so many items to look through. It was really well stocked.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
More quiet then bar harbor
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Dined at 2 restaurants there. Loved Dry Docked restaurant best.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Great location to the park and quaint little downtown area.
- Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
- Flying Mountain Trailhead
- Beech Cliff Loop
- Wonderland Trail Trailhead
- Wendell Gilley Museum
- Acadia National Park
- Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
- Bar Harbor Whale Watching
- Cadillac Mountain
- Village Green
- West Street Historic District
- Otter Cliff
- Schoodic Peninsula
- Thunder Hole
- Jordan Pond
- Shore Path
- Bar Harbor Historical Society
- Asticou Azalea Garden
- Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
- Downeast Scenic Railroad
- Criterion Theater
- Wild Acadia Fun Park
- Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
- Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters
- Bar Harbor Whale Museum
- Agamont Park
- Ocean Trail
- Wild Gardens of Acadia
- Kebo Valley Golf Club
- Bubble Rock
- Heart of Acadia Loop