Manset Travel Guide
Southwest Harbor





Popular places to visit
Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
Explore the lovely green spaces of Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead and also enjoy the hiking trails in Southwest Harbor. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Wendell Gilley Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Wendell Gilley Museum during your trip to Southwest Harbor. Wander the waterfront and scenic parks in the area.
Beech Cliff Loop
Enjoy a trip to Beech Cliff Loop and popular activities such as hiking in Southwest Harbor. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Things to do

Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Best of Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

Bar Harbor & Acadia's Ocean Trailhead: GPS-Guided Audio Tour

Acadia National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Self Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour Acadia NP From Hulls Cove VC
Top hotels in Manset

The Inn on Mount Desert
Easy walking to shops and water. Friendly. Clean. Fairly affordable. It’s good.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

Bar Harbor Manor
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel and would highly recommend it. The room was spacious, clean, and very comfortable, and the balcony was a great bonus, it made the stay feel even more relaxing. The location was extremely convenient, just a short walk into town where there are plenty of restaurants ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026

The Pathmaker Hotel
Recently renovated, clean, fresh, modern and extremely welcoming, The Pathmaker Hotel is the best place to experience Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. We enjoyed our stay so much. The people make this property even more beautiful; profesional, accommodating and very nice. The breakfast is served, ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

Seasider Motel
The rooms were clean and as described! Walkable into town, but also only a 10/15 min drive to Acadia national park, great location! Would definitely come back.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025

Main Street Motel
Everything was fantastic
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Stone Park
Other neighbourhoods around Manset

Seawall
While there might not be top attractions in Seawall, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Asticou Azalea Garden.

