Overview
Northeast Harbor is a town in Maine.
2 sights · 1 things to do · 2 places to eat · 2 places to stay
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Best things about Northeast Harbor
Asticou Azalea Gardens
It provides visitors with a stunning backdrop of trees and flowering plants that reflect its designer's love of Japanese gardens and local plant life. Though only open part of the year, it is a peaceful and tranquil plac…
Thuya Garden
This gorgeous garden has row after row of native, non-native, perennial and annual plants. A small pond sometimes houses frogs, and a beautiful wishing well is a site to behold.
Acadia Park Kayak Tours
Acadia Park Kayak Tours private trips can depart from and return to Northeast Harbor. No experience is necessary and all equipment is provided.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: May–Sep. Summer highs reach about 79°F; winter lows dip to about 15°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Oct and Nov. (climate data from nearby Acadia National Park)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- BHB Hancock County-Bar Harbor Airport, Bar Harbor — 11 mi away. Directions
- RKD Knox County Regional Airport, Rockland — 43 mi away. Directions
- PWM Portland International Jetport, Portland — 110 mi away (major hub). Directions
Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Asticou Azalea Gardens, Thuya Garden
- Lunch Redbird Provisions Restaurant
- Afternoon Acadia Park Kayak Tours
- Dinner Colonel's Restaurant, Bakery and Deli
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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See
See Asticou Azalea Gardens
It provides visitors with a stunning backdrop of trees and flowering plants that reflect its designer's love of Japanese gardens and local plant life. Though only open part of the year, it is a peaceful and tranquil place where local wildlife add to the ambiance that make this garden a must see local on the Maine coastline. A gorgeous Japanese style garden, tranquil beauty in the heart of Northeast Harbor. Bring book, a cup of tea, and just relax. A favorite spot for photographers.
See Thuya Garden
This gorgeous garden has row after row of native, non-native, perennial and annual plants. A small pond sometimes houses frogs, and a beautiful wishing well is a site to behold.
Do
Eat
Eat Redbird Provisions Restaurant
Wonderful view overlooking the harbor. The menu is eclectic and sophisticated, combines local ingredients with continental fare, offers a respite from traditional Maine "shore" dinners, which are typically fried. Excellent wine list. Located adjacent to a spa.
Eat Colonel's Restaurant, Bakery and Deli
Fun, family-friendly atmosphere. Menu includes fresh Maine lobster, seafood, steaks, pizzas, homemade breads, Shain's of Maine ice cream, milkshakes, fruit smoothies, bar drinks, wines and local beers. Patio bining available.
- Jordan Pond House Park Loop Road, Seal Harbor. +1 207 276–3316. This restaurant is a Mount Desert Island classic, and the only restaurant located within Acadia National Park. Lobster Stew and popovers are a must. Not in the mood for a full meal? Come for teatime on the lawn. Reservations are a good plan, as it can get busy.
Sleep
Stay Asticou Inn
Stay Grey Rock Inn
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