- Our list of the best things to do in Mount Desert, Maine, features the top 117 nearby activities — including 75 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Mount Desert, ME has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Water Activities, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 11 things to do within the city of Mount Desert, ME , followed by 106 popular activities in nearby cities, including Bar Harbor, Deer Isle, Ellsworth, Southwest Harbor, Castine, Stonington, Trenton, Blue Hill, Bass Harbor and Northeast Harbor
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42.4 Miles
The Coastal Children's Museum is a museum aimed at aiding children in discovering and learning about a variety of different topics. Featured exhibits include displays on the natural world, the arts and sciences, and the diversity of Maine's Coast.
42.4 Miles
67%
3 votes
9 Water Street, Rockland, ME
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Dedicating to preserving the natural habitats and animals in the region, Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center offers visitors a museum that displays the ecological features of the area. The center also hosts lectures and films on conservation.
42.4 Miles
The Sail Power and Steam Museum is a unique attraction that provides entertainment for all ages. An educational trip through nautical history features a huge collection of artifacts, photos, and much more. Tours are self-guided or given by the owner.
42.5 Miles
98%
232 votes
Windjammer Wharf, Rockland, ME 04841
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The Stephen Taber is the oldest sailing vessel in continuous use in the United States. Schooner Stephen Taber Day cruises has four to six day cruises around Maine water on the over 145 year old vessel.
42.5 Miles
The museum features a plethora of maritime treasures that transport the viewer back in time. Foghorns collections, ancient Peapods, and the lights of lighthouses are all items that can be seen up close at the Shore Village Museum.
42.7 Miles
Breakwater Vineyards is a Maine vineyard that makes a variety of different wines and ciders. Their two tasting rooms offer samples of their product, and the winery and farm offer scenic views.
43.0 Miles
Built in 1852 and with a height of 30 feet, the Owls Head Lighthouse also has on its site the original 1854 keeper's house and the 1895 oil house.
43.0 Miles
97%
297 votes
117 Museum Street, Owls Head, ME 4854
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A specialty Museum, the Owls Head Transportation Museum has a wide collection of antique planes and cars. They also host fascinating and exciting events like aerobatic shows, motorcycle exhibits and special edition cars.
43.1 Miles
80%
107 votes
130 Thomaston Street, Rockland, ME 04841
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With its authentic 30 foot-long lobster boat, Captain Jack Lobster Boat Adventure offers its clients glimpses of the local marine wildlife, including whales. The main purpose is, however, seeing lobsters and other seafood get caught in the captain's traps. Fishing trips are also available.
43.3 Miles
Chickawaukee Lake is a scenic body of water suitable for boating, swimming, and other water sports. Trails for hiking and biking run around its perimeter, and it is stocked with trout for fishermen.