Explore MDI
Whether your idea of relaxation is watching whales, strolling through a museum, climbing a mountain, or paddling a kayak, you can do it all in Southwest Harbor or nearby Acadia National Park. Our convenient location is less than a thirty-minute drive from dozens of activities and we’re proud to partner with some of the best tour guides and service providers on Mount Desert Island.
Sightseeing
Though The Claremont is a sight to be seen in itself, it is surrounded by troves of natural beauty. From strolling through gardens or scaling cliffs around Acadia National Park to setting out to sea and exploring islands, there is truly something for everyone to see and do.
Acadia National Park
207-288-9442
Bass Harbor Light
Get Out Sailing Private Boat Charters
Mount Desert Land & Garden Preserve
207-276-3727
info@gardenpreserve.org
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Wild Flower Gardens of Acadia
207-288-3400
Mail Boat Ferry Service - Beal & Bunker
207-276-3960
207-244-3575
Cranberry Cove Ferry
207-244-5882
800-666-2927
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Maine State Ferry Service
Island Explorer – Acadia Free Shuttle
207-667-5796
infor@exploreacadia.com
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Bar Harbor Whale Watch
207-288-2386
info@barharborwhales.com
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Deep Sea Fishing – Acadia Fishing Tours
207-244-5385
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Island Cruises
207-244-5785
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Scenic Nature Cruises – Sea Princess
207-276-5352
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Water Taxi & Custom Cruises - The Delight
207-244-5724
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Acadia National Park Tours
207-288-0300
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Downeast Friendship Sloop Charters
207-266-5210
info@downeastfrienshipsloop.com
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Carriage Rides: Wildwood Stables
877-276-3622
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Museums, Heritage, and Theater
Embrace the history and culture that Mount Desert Island has to offer with local plays, stunning art exhibits, and fascinating museums.
Criterion Theatre & Arts Center
207-288-3441
office@criteriontheatre.org
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Reel Pizza Cinerama
207-288-3811
info@reelpizza.com
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Acadia Repertory Theatre
207-244-7260
arep@acadia.net
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Abbe Museum – Maine Indian Heritage
207-288-3513
info@abbemuseum.org
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Seal Cove Auto Museum
207-244-9242
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Mount Desert Land & Garden Preserve
207-276-3727
info@gardenpreserve.org
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The Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Garden
207-276-3330 (By appointment only)
Garland Farm: Beatrix Farrand Society
207-288-0237
editor@beatrixfarrandsociety.org
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Sports and Rentals
Whether you want to spend a day on the fairway, the water, or on wheels, Southwest Harbor has got you covered. And don’t worry, the Botanica Spa will be waiting for you when you return home from your adventures.
Southwest Cycle
207-244-5856
swcycle@gmail.com
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National Park Canoe Rental
207-244-5854
207-244-1151
nprc@aol.com
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Maine State Sea Kayak
207-244-9500
877-481-9500
info@mainestatekayak.com
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Causeway Golf
207-244-7220
207-244-3780
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Kebo Valley Golf Club
207-288-5000
KeboPro@kebovalleyclub.com
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Miniature Golf: Pirates Cove
207-288-2133
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