- The list below includes 80 free or cheap things to do in or near Southwest Harbor, Maine, including 56 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Specialty Museums, Gardens and Food Shops.
- From Beech Cliff Loop to Perpendicular Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Southwest Harbor and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Bar Harbor, Deer Isle, Ellsworth and Castine.
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Showcasing a mix of nationally recognized and local artists, G Watson Gallery displays paintings that capture the essence of Maine landscapes. Every Sunday, the gallery hosts live music from local jazz musicians.
18.9 Miles
Deer Isle Village is a place where visitors can have a glimpse of the 1950's rural lifestyle within its small local community. The village also includes the famous Haystack Mountain School of Crafts, an opera house and a number of art galleries and studios.
18.9 Miles
Providing a variety of crafts in the mediums of clay, wood, glass, metal, and more, Blue Heron Gallery focuses on the artistic endeavors of Maine artists. It regularly hosts meet and greet sessions for visitors to interact with the artist.
18.9 Miles
Deer Isle Granite Museum was founded in 1996 to capture and preserve the history of Deer Isle's quarrying industry. The museum features a working model of a granite quarry with moving cars, trains, and boats.
18.9 Miles
Hosting a variety of activities at its facility, Island Community Center is a place where the locals congregate for arts and crafts, sports, and fundraisers. The center hosts a farmer's market where visitors can purchase organic foods from local farmers.
19.2 Miles
Downeast Scenic Railroad shows mostly scenic images of the forest during the trip. While on board, some history of the attraction is given along the way through a recording. Some train enthusiasts have found this well worth their time.
19.4 Miles
Art by Katy is a collection of artwork by artist Katy Allgeyer. The artist does paintings with various themes, often with a Florida focus, as well as a series of art rugs.
19.6 Miles
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416 Sunset Rd - Rt 15A, Deer Isle, ME
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Established in 1959, the Deer Isle-Stonington Historical Society has a mission to preserve, catalog, and enhance awareness of local history and culture. The society maintains a variety of exhibits and galleries.
19.7 Miles
Visitors can go on a 1 mile walk or hike in the Barred Island Preserve. The trail ends with a rocky beach. Tourists have also raved about incredible and scenic shots of this attarction.
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Acadia National Park's Sand Beach is a beach that features soft sand made up of tiny crushed shells. The beach features picnic areas and regularly maintained public bathrooms for visitors.