Things to do in Mount Desert Island (US)

Crowd levels and popular times for Mount Desert Island : Follow the crowd or avoid the queues by visiting the most popular attractions during the quiet hours as indicated below.

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Acadia National Park (National park)
Maine United States
4.9

Acadia National Park is most popular around 1 PM on Saturdays. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

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Bass Harbor Head Light Station (Historical)
116 Lighthouse Rd
4.4

Bass Harbor Head Light Station is most popular around 1 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay up to 30 min here. It's most quiet on Tuesdays.

With 180,000 annual visitors, Bass Harbor Head Light Station is the most visited place on the west side of Mount Desert Island. Be forewarned: public parking is limited to a single, small lot; open spaces may exist only during the day; roadside parking is prohibited along the entrance road and 102A; The fare-free Island Explorer does not offer service to the light station. Please respect neighbors and private property owners.

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Thirsty Whale Tavern (Restaurant)
40 Cottage St
4.4

Thirsty Whale Tavern is most popular around 1 PM on Saturdays. It's most quiet on Tuesdays.

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Cafe This Way (Cafe)
14 Mt Desert St
4.6

Visitors usually stay 1 hour here.

We Are An Individually Owned Business Serving Great Food & Providing A Great Atmosphere In The Bar Harbor Area For The Last 22 Years! Closed until May 2023!

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Paddy's Irish Pub & Restaurant (Restaurant)
50 West St
4.3

It's most quiet on Tuesdays.

Savor delicious Bar Harbor dining with a modern Irish twist. Paddy’s Irish Pub & Restaurant showcases Irish-American cuisine in a spectacular waterfront setting where you can always find good food, friends, and music. The perfect addition to your Bar Harbor vacation, Paddy’s celebrates Ireland’s vibrant pub culture with a hearty menu, warm hospitality, and no shortage of friendly banter. Slainte!

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Leary's Landing Irish Pub (Beer)
156 Main St
4.5

Leary's Landing Irish Pub is most popular around 4 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay 45 min to 1,5 hr here. It's most quiet on Thursdays.

🇮🇪 Authentic Irish Pub 🍻Craft Beer Bar 🥃 Largest Whiskey List in the area 🍔 Best Homemade Burgers in town 🍗Delicious Pub Fare

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