Things to Do with Kids in Southwest Harbor, ME

  • TripBuzz found 88 things to do with kids in or near Southwest Harbor, Maine, including 75 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Bar Harbor, Mount Desert, Ellsworth and Castine.
  • From Vagabond Deep Sea Fishing to Mansell Boat Rental, the Southwest Harbor area offers 61 different types of family activities, including: Hiking Trails, Sailing, Specialty Museums and Gardens.
  • Located on Maine's Mount Desert Island is the small town of Southwest Harbor. Home to a modest population of just over 1,700, the area is known as a quiet jewel favored by travelers looking to relax and enjoy waterfront recreation. The city offers exceptional fresh seafood, ferry rides to Great Cranberry Island and hosts an annual Flamingo Day Parade.
  • TripBuzz found 88 things to do with kids in or near Southwest Harbor, Maine, including 75 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Bar Harbor, Mount Desert, Ellsworth and Castine.
  • From Vagabond Deep Sea Fishing to Mansell Boat Rental, the Southwest Harbor area offers 61 different types of family activities, including: Hiking Trails, Sailing, Specialty Museums and Gardens.
  • Located on Maine's Mount Desert Island is the small town of Southwest Harbor. Home to a modest population of just over 1,700, the area is known as a quiet jewel favored by travelers looking to relax and enjoy waterfront recreation. The city offers exceptional fresh seafood, ferry rides to Great Cranberry Island and hosts an annual Flamingo Day Parade.
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4.0 Miles
97% 33 votes
Lake Mount Desert, ME MoreLess Info
Claimed as the only fjord on the East Coast of the USA, Somes Sound is more than just a rock formation. It boasts of a scenic drive, picture perfect views plus quaint little local shops to keep tourists hungry for more.
4.7 Miles
79% 28 votes
Theaters Somesville Main St, Mount Desert, ME 04660 MoreLess Info
Housed in a former Masonic hall in the heart of Acadia National Park, Acadia Repertory Theatre is home to a summer stock theater company. Performing in a small, intimate space, they present a seasonal variety of dramatic productions.
4.7 Miles
100% 19 votes
Hiking Trails Mount Desert, ME MoreLess Info
Located in Acadia National Park, Penobscot Mountain can be hiked to the summit on a rated moderate hiking trail. There are many trails to choose from with varying degrees of difficulty for the experienced or inexperienced hiker.
4.8 Miles
100% 19 votes
Specialty Museums 62 Beech Hill Crossroad, Mount Desert, ME MoreLess Info
A museum dedicated to preserving the granite industry, the Maine Granite Industry Museum houses a collection of mining artifacts and exhibits. The museum showcases granite samples from the mines, photos, books, and the tools and equipment used in mining granite.
5.4 Miles
84% 100 votes
Kayaking Pretty Marsh Road, Rt. 102, Mount Desert, ME 04660 MoreLess Info
Tour Acadia National Park with National Park Canoe and Kayak Rental. Located on Great Long Pond, the company leases both canoes and kayaks along with accessories such as paddles and life jackets.
6.0 Miles
83% 18 votes
Camping Site Rt 3, Bar Harbor, ME 04609 MoreLess Info
Located in Acadia National Park, Blackwoods Campground offers easy access to the park’s various features, including the sea wall and ocean. The campground features hiking trails, a fire pit, and nearby restrooms.
6.4 Miles
96% 601 votes
Hiking Trails Bar Harbor, ME MoreLess Info
Located within the Acadia National Park, the Ocean Trail offers many panoramic views and travels past several geographicla monuments in the area. Guests can enjoy Sand Beach, Thunder Hole, Monument Cave, and Otter Cliffs.
6.5 Miles
92% 1121 votes
Bus Tours P.O. Box 794, Bar Harbor, ME 04609 MoreLess Info
Led by a local park expert, the Oli's Trolley Acadia Park Tour allows visitors to tour the national park by trolley. During the tours, narrators describe landmarks and local history while visitors enjoy the scenic views that surround the park.
6.5 Miles
- 0 votes
Magic Shows 82 Otter Creek Drive, Mount Desert, ME 4660 MoreLess Info
Featuring a mix of humor and fast-moving illusions, the Moscow Magic & Comedy Show runs throughout the summer season. Starring comic magician Victor Zenko, the show is housed in a small theater so advanced reservations are recommended.
6.9 Miles
85% 766 votes
Visitor Centers Route 3, Bar Harbor, ME MoreLess Info
Visitors to the Hull Visitors Center can learn more about the Arcadia National Park and Bar Harbor. The center offers audiovisual programs, self-guided CD tours, schedules to other park and Bar Harbor activities, and ranger led programs.
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