Location: Winter Harbor
Top Things to do in Winter Harbor
Top 10 Things to do in Winter Harbor, United States
Winter Harbor in United States, from Nouth America region, is best know for Geologic Formations. Discover best things to do in Winter Harbor with beautiful photos and great reviews from traveller around the world here!
Restaurants in Winter Harbor
1. Schoodic Point
Overall Ratings
5 based on 400 reviews
Reviewed By carolyn2003 - california
Beautiful views and drive. Very restful as it's not as crowded as Acadia National Park near Bar Harbor. Nice staircase down to the rocks for the non mountain goats in us. Vista points are well maintained. My only complaint is where is the bathroom? One bathroom somewhere near the end would be nice.
2. Seascape Kayaking
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
SeaScape Kayaking is a full service kayaking company that offers guided tours, instruction, rental boats. In addition we rent bicycles. We have chosen our tours to show you some of the most beautiful scenery Maine has to offer. We paddle protected bays chosen for their islands and natural splendor. Our tours are small groups, allowing you the personal service we pride ourselves on.
Reviewed By Pamela Cazes T - Houston, Texas
Rented bikes for a day ride around the Schoodic peninsula and found the bikes to be pretty good--brakes were a little looser than normal. But, otherwise all was fine. The shop is conveniently located near Winter Harbor's entrance to Acadia National Park.
As for the loop ride on the Schoodic, the toughest hill was near the beginning of the ride just after turning off of the highway toward the park. It was good to get that hill behind us early in the ride. The ride out to Schoodic Point was beautiful. The loop ride is all paved roads.
Add-on ride to Corea Wharf for excellent lobster rolls if you have enough time and energy.
3. US Bells
Overall Ratings
5 based on 12 reviews
U.S. Bells offers original designs of bronze bells, hardware, and original sculpture by Richard Fisher. Small dinner bells to large estate bells, all hand cast at our foundry in Prospect Harbor, ME. The bell designs are all original and encompass a variety of wind and door bells, for both indoor and outdoor use. Wind bells,can be hung outside where their clear tones rise and fall in the wind.
Reviewed By Grumpyone88 - Plainfield, Illinois
Was visiting the Schoodic Peninsula with friends and family and one of the group recommended we stop here as he had bought 2 "bells" here the past few years. We were enchanted with the bells and the sounds they made. When I went to purchase the set I chose, the sales person brought out two for me to choose from as the tones may vary. Others in our group purchased bells and visited the pottery house. Love the uniqueness of the bells and can't wait to hang them.
Why am I giving a 4 instead of a 5??? Because when I read the other reviews, I saw we were not told any of the history, shown where the bells were made or given the opportunity to meet the bell maker... which makes the purchase so much more personable. It would have been nice.
4. Schoodic Ferry
Overall Ratings
5 based on 53 reviews
Where transportation and science meet. Discover the beauty of Acadia National Park and Maine’s rugged “Bold Coast”! The Schoodic Ferry connects passengers, their bicycles, and leashed pets to the Mount Desert Island and Schoodic Peninsula sections of Acadia National Park in an experience that may become the highlight of your vacation. Many of our trips host visiting scientists; check our schedule for opportunities to get your hands wet
Reviewed By KarenGrc78 - Syracuse, New York
We had a gorgeous day to take the ferry to Winter Harbor and back! Friendly crew and great narration by Captain Kate! We picked up the Island Explorer and headed to Scoodic Point and then back to Winter Harbor for lunch. Highly recommend! And very dog friendly! Only problem I had with the trip had to do with the College of the Atlantic staff once we returned. I needed to find bathrom facilities (new medication less than delightful side effects) and the two COA individuals I encountered were not helpful and not friendly... Again, I do highly recommend this Ferry Service!
5. Winter Harbor 5&10
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 56 reviews
A true 5&10 cent store. Featured in the Smithsonian magazine June 1994.
Reviewed By andives - Greensboro, North Carolina
Don't go to Winter Harbor without visiting this great little store! They have something you need I am sure of it! The store is chock full of STUFF. I bought a box of band aids and my husband bought some molly bolts for a project he was working on. We also bought lots of little lobster magnets to give to guests. Oh, and a shirt - I bought a shirt!
6. Schoodic Mountain
Overall Ratings
5 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By Jonathan K - Pennsylvania
This is a pretty good vantage point of the ocean and mt desert island, Cadillac mountain. The road goes directly to the top, which is nice for folks of all ages and medical conditions. Have not visited this spot for sunrise or sunset, I'm sure it would look very good. Also that is made easier by having a campground on this end of the park now. As noted by other reviewers, this part of Acadia lacks the crazy tourists and is very serene.
7. Whopaints Gallery
Overall Ratings
5 based on 26 reviews
whopaints Gallery & Studio is a place where Art is Created and Enjoyed. Located in an old ship construction building with tall ceilings from which hold works in 5 different mediums. Folks are invited to wander around pick up paintings angling them so that paintings capture the light revealing different reliefs. They can explore unusual mediums getting a little Asian Art history. The artist, Wendilee Heath O'Brien is committed to involving folks in art as well as keeping original work affordable and accessible to all. Wendilee, the artist, sometimes leaves for shows which empties out the gallery of painting though cards and gold leaf bookmarks are still available. If you are interested in seeing paintings check the website's page for show schedule.
Reviewed By UhlBliss - Arlington Heights, Massachusetts, United States
Took a beginning watercolor class from WendyLee. She was incredible, and her artwork was inspiring. The flower gardens out front were icing on the cake. Try a visit. Buy some art. You won't be sorry.Thank you so much for visiting and it was great good fun to have you in class! I hope it starts you on a colorful liquidy path of exploration! Come back soon!
8. Grindstone Neck of Maine
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By crloganphila - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Arrived just after 5:00 and luckily still open. Small shop with fresh smoked seafood selection along with mustards and misc items to compliment the smoked seafood. Great variety of smoked seafood (salmon, shrimp, trout, haddock) plus...
Owner checked out my order and we discussed the smoked salmon kabobs in my order.
He is correct, they the best tasting. You may pass the store so be on the lookout when driving by.... Great pricing.
9. Lee fusion art glass
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1 reviews
Beautiful handcrafted tableware made from window glass, utilizing doilies and stencils for designs. The tableware is food and dishwasher safe. You will also find antique window frames with our designed panes installed. We also make draped molded vases, which no two shapes are ever the same. The customer may also personalize their dishes with colors and designs. Hand blown items available.
Reviewed By John and Rose P - Walden, New York
I have been purchasing dishes, bowls, etc. from Sheldon for years. I have turned my friends onto it. And now they are buying them! The dishes and bowls are proudly displayed in my hutch and are always used at parties. The sun-cathcers are breath-taking! Thank you, Sheldon!
10. Schoodic National Scenic Byway
Overall Ratings
5 based on 13 reviews
A National Scenic Byway that starts in Hancock Maine and proceeds along US route 1 through Sullivan where scenic look outs are located. You than turn onto Route 186 in Gouldsboro and proceed into Winter Harbor where the Schoodic section of Acadia National Park is located. The byway ends in Prospect Harbor where the last Sardine factory in the US was located.
Reviewed By Bobanddiane M - Titusville, Florida
This drive from Trenton, Me to explore the treasures of "the other Acadia" was a beautiful scenic drive. Many take the ferry over from Bar Harbor but with a motion sickness prone spouse we opted to just drive. Several points along the drive to pull over and enjoy the scenic beauty of the area.
