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Bar Harbor Self Guided Audio Walking Tour America’s Summer Empire

1 Review 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 1 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Bar Harbor, USA
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On average, this is booked 20 (0) days in advance.

1 to 2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Discover the captivating history of Bar Harbor, Maine, once the summer playground of America’s elite. This self-guided walking tour unveils the rise and fall of this glamorous resort town, where the Vanderbilts and Rockefellers built grand estates along the rugged coastline. With GPS-triggered narration, stroll from Agamont Park to the iconic Bar Island Land Bridge, exploring historic sites, stunning architecture, and hidden stories shaped by both opulence and tragedy.

- Self-guided audio tour with GPS navigation for flexibility
- Duration of approximately 60–120 minutes—explore at your own pace
- Visit landmarks like the Bar Harbor Inn and La Rochelle Mansion
- No internet needed; download and go offline for convenience

What's Included

  • To take the tour, check the ticket in "How to" section. Or text 617-991-3269 with any questions :)
  • Walking tour of Bar Harbor on our walking tour app, go anytime
  • The tour never expires, you can go anytime, as many times as you like
  • No admission to museums, this is all outside
  • No Human Guide it's all on our walking tour app
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

27b Main Street
Bar Harbor, ME 04609, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Bar Island Trail
Bar Harbor, ME 04609, USA

The tour ends at the Bar Island Land Bridge, one of the coolest spots. it's a bit of a hidden gem, and here you'll learn the town's history and get to see an amazing site.

What To Expect

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Bar Island Land Bridge

End your journey at the natural sandbar that gave Bar Harbor its name. At low tide, you can walk across to Bar Island before the ocean returns.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The John B. Ells Pier

Stand at Bar Harbor’s historic waterfront gateway where steamships once delivered Vanderbilts, Rockefellers, and Astors to their summer retreats.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Agamont Park

Begin your journey overlooking Frenchman Bay at the site of Bar Harbor’s very first grand hotel. Discover how a quiet fishing village transformed into America’s most fashionable summer resort.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Agamont Fountain

The tour stars here, and you'll see the Cannons!
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Shore Path

Walk along the famous Shore Path and discover the site of the exclusive Mount Desert Reading Room, where America’s wealthiest industrialists once gathered.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Balance Rock

Visit one of Bar Harbor’s most scenic waterfront parks and see the massive glacial boulder known as Balance Rock.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Bar Harbor Grand Hotel (pass by)

A modern recreation inspired by the legendary Rodick House, once the largest and most glamorous hotel in Maine.
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Village Green

The civic heart of Bar Harbor, filled with historic monuments, fountains, and the iconic town clock.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Holland Avenue

Walk through a quieter side of the Gilded Age once filled with summer cottages for lawyers, academics, and prosperous families.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Land Bridge to Bar Island

End your journey at the natural sandbar that gave Bar Harbor its name. At low tide, you can walk across to Bar Island before the ocean returns.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

St. Saviour's Episcopal Church

Home to one of New England’s largest collections of Tiffany stained glass windows.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Bar Harbor Self Guided Audio Walking Tour America’s Summer Empire?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-222222P305

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What's Included

Activity name

  • To take the tour, check the ticket in "How to" section. Or text 617-991-3269 with any questions :)
  • Walking tour of Bar Harbor on our walking tour app, go anytime
  • The tour never expires, you can go anytime, as many times as you like
  • Listen anytime, the tour never expires, it's your tour
  • Hear the stories the bond you to the city, find the hidden gems, don't miss the best sites
  • Hands free, the tour plays automatically as you walk using GPS
  • No admission to museums, this is all outside
  • No Human Guide it's all on our walking tour app

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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