Things to do in Bar Harbor with kids

The Atlantic Ocean crashing against the rocky coast, enjoying fresh lobsters in the small fishing villages as you look for whales, or getting lost in the fascinating New England history…yes, we’re talking about Maine!

Maine not only has so many places to go with kids that showcase its unique culture, but also ones that might surprise you!

Kids will love the adventure of getting out on a real working lobster boat with Lucky Catch Cruises, or heading out into the waters with Bar Harbor Whale Watch Company. 

The beautiful nature calls with Acadia National Park and Swan’s Island, just to name a few, and active families will enjoy those family fun experiences like arrr Pirates Cove Mini Golf and Family Ice Center.

Skiing in Maine? Absolutely! Seacoast Adventure has got that covered! Little monkeys in the family? Head on down to Monkey Trunks Zipline and High Ropes Adventure! Perhaps you have some history buffs? Step back in time with 19th Century Willowbrook Village!

With each changing season you will find something wonderful to do in the beaches, mountains, lakes and parks.  Get ready for the Maine event!

There are so many fun things to do in Bar Harbor with kids, we have a feeling you just might not want to leave!

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  • Saint Croix Island

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    Bar Harbor, ME
    The site is focused on establishing a quiet atmosphere of respect meant to promote contemplation of the heroism and suffering of the French colonists in 160405.
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  • Dive-In Theater

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    Bar Harbor, ME
    The Dive-In Theater adventure begins with a pleasant cruise to nearby Frenchman Bay. As you steam toward some of the bay's most interesting dive spots, Diver Ed points out and discusses the surrounding wildlife. Once…
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  • Abbe Museum

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    Bar Harbor, ME
    The mission of the Abbe Museum is to promote the understanding and appreciation of Maine's Native American culture, history, and archaeology. The Museum's collections, exhibitions, and programs focus on Native American traditions in Maine and…
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  • National Park Sea Kayak

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    Bar Harbor, ME
    Ecological Sea Kayak Tours on the "Western Side"" of Mount Desert Island. Paddle with Experienced Professional Maine Sea Kayak Guides. Discover why the remote ""West Side"" is the preferred paddling area to: view wildlife
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  • Bar Harbor Ferry

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    Bar Harbor, ME
    Kids will love to take a boat ride where they will pass lighthouses, lobsterman hauling their traps and ask the crew to point out the Tree decorated with Lobster Buoys! One of the many fun…
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  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Company

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    Bar Harbor, ME
    Numerous tour options to get the family out into the beautiful Gulf Of Maine! From whale watching, to sailing and nature trips, kids will love seeing the magical mammals of the ocean right in front…
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  • Acadia National Park

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    Bar Harbor, ME
    A stunning national park that is home to many plants and animals, as well as the tallest mountain on the U.S. Atlantic coast! Great for families to come and hike, bike historic carriage roads or…
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  • Pirates Cove Bar Harbor

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    4 miles
    Bar Harbor, ME
    Adventurous mini golf in the world of 18th century pirates! With buccaneers, waterfalls, and yep - even a full scale pirate ship! Swashbuckling adventure for the whole family in Bar Harbor!
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  • Down East Nature Tours and Acadia BIrding Festival

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    Bar Harbor, ME
    Personalized birdwatching and nature tours since 1993, for individuals, couples, families and small groups. We help you discover the flora and fauna of Mt. Desert Island and Down East and northern Maine with a special…
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  • Mount Desert Oceanarium

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    Bar Harbor, ME
    Visit one of the finest teaching aquariums in the country with this Maine attraction, where kids can visit the lobster hatchery, a lobster museum, and explore nature as they learn all about marine biology!
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  • Wendell Gilley Museum

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    9 miles
    Southwest Harbor, ME
    Come wander the grounds, view the carved panels adorning the museum building, and listen to the newly installed Kingfisher fountain. This summer the Museum presents a different twist on bird carving—an exhibition of ing
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  • Northeast Historic Film

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    Bucksport, ME
    A regional moving image archive dedicated to collecting, preserving, and making accessible film and video related to northern New England.
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  • Fort Knox and Penobscot Narrows Observatory

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    33 miles
    Prospect, ME
    A fascinating and historically educational experience to Fort Knox in beautiful Maine - and it comes with a 420ft lift ride to 3 floors of viewing platforms! Fun!
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  • Penobscot Marine Museum

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    Searsport, ME
    The principal exhibits at Penobscot Marine Museum focus on the industry of Penobscot Bay in the 19th century and illustrate what it was like to live and work on one of the great square-rigged ships…
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  • Searsport Shores Resort

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    Searsport, ME
    A waterfront campground in Maine with with on-site activities, trails, with RV and tent sites along the beach! Water activities too!
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  • Xtreme Adventures

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    Brewer, ME
    Xtreme Adventures is a multi level high ropes course that includes a 35 ft. giant swing and multiple zip lines. Great for active kids!
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  • Playland Adventures

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    38 miles
    Brewer, ME
    A HUGE indoor inflatable play area for kids in Maine, with all day admission and great bouncy activities! Adults can play too!
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  • Maine Discovery Museum

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    Bangor, ME
    Enjoy the largest children's museum north of Boston, and Maine's premier center for learning and discovery. Seven permanent interactive exhibits invite you to explore the worlds of nature, geography, children's literature, music, art, science and…
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  • Cole Land Transportation Museum

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    40 miles
    Bangor, ME
    Explore a fascinating collection of Maine's land transportation equipment that kids can learn all about, including historic artifacts!
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  • Black Beards USA

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    41 miles
    Bangor, ME
    Family fun with mini golf, batting cages, go-karting, and fun arcade games in this pirate themed family fun park!
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  • Belfast and Moosehead Lake Railroad

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    41 miles
    Belfast, ME
    Weekend and holiday train experiences, including fun theme train rides, through the beautiful Maine countryside.
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  • Hudson Museum

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    42 miles
    Orono, ME
    Experience the "wonder and splendor of the human experience" that the Hudson Museum has to offer. The museum showcases lots of temporary and permanent exhibits, celebrated by special events and discussed in lectures by such…
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  • Orono Bog Board Walk

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    Bangor, ME
    The scenic raised boardwalk offers a low level canopy tour with outstanding views of nature and indiginous wildlife with artistically presented information boards detailing things you should be able to see from those positions.
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  • Maynard F Jordan Planetarium and Observatory

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    Orono, ME
    Opens a window on planets, stars and the universe, bringing the cosmos to life in the 20ft dome theater. Open for sky watchers of all ages to explore the wonders of the Maine sky.
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  • Hermon Mountain

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    Hermon, ME
    Skiing and snowboarding with lessons from 3 years, offering 9 green runs plus lift serviced tubing hill.
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  • Camden Snow Bowl

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    47 miles
    Camden, ME
    Skiing and snowboarding from 3 years, with trails including at least one green run, a beginner friendly terrain training park plus tobogganing and tubing.
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  • Shady Acres Campground

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    Carmel, ME
    40 sites, full hookups, some for large pull through, clean free showers with hot water, kids playground, trout pond,. Quiet family camping close to Bangor and Acadia as well as other area attractions.
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  • Farnsworth Art Museum

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    Rockland, ME
    Offers a nationally recognized collection of works from many of America’s greatest artists.
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  • The Coastal Childrens Museum

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    49 miles
    Rockland, ME
    The Coastal Children's Museum is dedicated to providing children ages 2-9 and their families the opportunity to explore, discover and learn through play about the natural world, the arts and sciences and the diversity of…
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  • Roosevelt Campobello

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    Lubec, ME
    For many years, Franklin D. Roosevelt summered on Campobello Island. As an adult, he shared with his family the same active pursuits he enjoyed on the island as child. Although he visited less frequently after…
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  • Chocolate Museum

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    Saint Stephen, NB
    All things chocolate at this New Brunswick chocolate museum! Hands-on exhibits and displays, historic chocolate boxed and of course, FREE samples!
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  • Colby College Museum of Art

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    Waterville, ME
    Founded in 1959, the Colby College Museum of Art has an outstanding permanent collection of 18th, 19th, 20th, and 21st century American art, as well as an active temporary exhibition program.
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  • The Huntsman Marine Science Centre

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    Saint Andrews, NB
    Offering unique, hands-on field courses for students of all ages since 1987. Also home to the Fundy Discovery Aquarium.
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  • Kiwanis Oceanfront Camping

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    Saint Andrews, NB
    Located right on the ocean in historic St. Andrews by-the-Sea, our spacious, full service campground overlooks beautiful Passamaquoddy Bay. The ocean is at your doorstep, allowing you to enjoy fresh breezes, a relaxed pace, and…
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  • Snow Pond Cruises

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    Oakland, ME
    Ships ahoy! Fun and educational cruises for the whole family in Maine - where kids can experience wildlife, learn all about local history, and find out some pretty fun and interesting facts about the area!…
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  • Viles Arboretum

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    77 miles
    Augusta, ME
    A FREE attraction in Maine that celebrates nature with 224 acres of gardens, trails and ponds perfect for families like you!
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  • Old Fort Western

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    78 miles
    Augusta, ME
    A fascinating 1754 National Historic Landmark fort on the Kennebec River in Maine - once used by Benedict Arnold too!
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  • Boothbay Railway Village

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    78 miles
    Boothbay, ME
    The museum has one of the finest exhibits of classic, vintage and antique automobiles in New England.
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  • Capitol Park

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    78 miles
    Augusta, ME
    A family friend park listed on the National Register of Historic Places, with 34 acres of beautiful landscaped park in Augusta, Maine!
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  • Maine State Museum

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    78 miles
    Augusta, ME
    Go back through Maine's 12,000 years of history from the Paleo-Indians to European settlers! Great exhibits showcasing life as it used to be!
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