Details About Bar Harbor

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Bar Harbor was once considered a small fishing and ship-building community. Today, it is a favorite destination for people throughout the world. With Acadia National Park in our backyard, a visit to Bar Harbor affords the comforts and luxury of a classic vacation retreat, but also offers spectacular beauty and natural wonder for those who would prefer to spend their time outdoors. Then, stop at the Abbe Museum of Indian Artifacts and trace history back to the Stone Age.
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Activities

Enjoy an elegant lunch at the Asticou Inn overlooking Northeast Harbor. Stroll through the Asticou Gardens or visit the quaint shops and boutiques of Main Street. You'll also see Somes Sound, the only fjord on the east coast. Poke around the many charming boutiques of Bar Harbor, shopping for local crafts and other gifts.

Adventures

Take the road less traveled by exploring Acadia National Park's many trails on foot or on a mountain bike. Discover miles of protected coastline and the many offshore islands on a sea-kayaking adventure.

Shopping

A great diversity of shops, galleries and boutiques offer an unusual and distinctive range of gifts and mementos. Most of the shops in the village are located on West, Cottage, Mt. Desert and Main Streets, but don't overlook the shops tucked away on side streets.

Currency

The U.S. dollar (USD) is the official currency. Traveler's checks and credit cards are also widely accepted.

 
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