For art enthusiasts, the Blue Hill Bay Gallery ... this town provides a peaceful coastal retreat near Acadia without the bustle of Bar Harbor. Winter here is a magical time to explore trails ...

Bar Harbor has plenty to offer in winter, with its lower-key hospitality scene and plenty of quirky and classic holiday goings-on. “People like to think the town closes down after October 1, but it’s ...

Side Street Café 49 Rodick Street Bar Harbor, ME 04609 207-801-2591 Acadia National Park is open in winter. Once upon a time, horse and carriage was the only way to travel on Mount Desert Island.

The best time to visit Bar Harbor is from June to August ... fewer people visiting Acadia National Park during these seasons. Winter is another option, but only if you love the cold.