Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Acadia National Park

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Duration:8 hours to 16 hours (approx.)
Location: Bar Harbor, Maine

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Download the GuideAlong self-guided audio tour and you'll discover more on your Acadia National Park road trip. Hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips and directions play automatically, all based on your location.

You'll be guided to all of the area's famous highlights as well as lessor known gems including the highest point on the eastern seaboard, historic carriage roads that are considered the best example in the country of broken stone roads, and one of the most photographed lighthouses along the Maine Coast

Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you, and bypass any that don’t.

✅ Stories, tips and directions play automatically based on your location
✅ Travel at your own pace
✅ Tour offline using GPS, no cell service or WiFi needed
✅ Suggested itineraries for half, full or multi day use
✅ No time limits or expiry, free updates
✅ Like having a tour guide along for the drive

Purchase one tour per vehicle.

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1. Acadia National Park
As the audio guides play commentary based on your gps location, you can create your own itinerary along the tour route to match your interests and schedule.
2. Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
Who doesn't love a lighthouse! Established in 1858, this is the only lighthouse on Mount Desert Island and one of the most photographed along the Maine Coast. If we can snag a parking space, let's take a walk around this handsome light and take some pics. Unfortunately, neither the tower or keeper's house are open to the public, but we can still enjoy it from the outside.
3. Cadillac Mountain
One of the high points, literally and figuratively, of our journey is Cadillac Mountain. Its 1,530-foot summit is the highest along the North Atlantic Seaboard. In the 1880s we could have ridden a cog railway to Cadillac's summit. These days, we can drive, hike, or bike - but we do need a reservation to drive our car on the Cadillac Mountain Road.
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Now what is a carriage road? As the name suggests they are designed for horse-drawn carriage rides, and Acadia's 16-foot wide carriage roads are considered the best example in the country of broken stone roads. We can thank summer resident John D. Rockefeller Jr for the 45 miles of these roads within the park, and to this day we can tour Acadia's carriage roads aboard a horse-drawn carriage ride. Hiking the Carriage Road is very enjoyable and bicycles are welcome on many of them too.
5. Jordan Pond
Feasting on tea and popovers with jam on the lawn of the Jordan Pond House has been a tradition for more than a century. The original, rustic teahouse was built in 1947 was a treasure and built to capture the views down the length of Jordan Pond to the 'Bubbles'. If there is a wait for a table on the lawn, the nearby nature trails are highly recommended.
6. Park Loop Road
The 27-mile Park Loop Road around is the must-do activity for any visit to Acadia. The drive itself is picturesque, and equally importantly it connects all of the best places to see and things to do on the eastern side of the island. If you have 2 days, it's best to dedicate one full day to the Park Loop Road. A National Park pass is required and can be purchased and the Sand Beach Entrance Station or any visitor center. Just keep in mind that while there are many parking lots, parking is also permitted the right-hand lane unless posted otherwise.
7. Sand Beach
Is Acadia's only "sandy" beach really sand? You'll find out - and this beach is an absolute visual gem. If you head to the beach to check out the sand, go ahead, dip your toes in the frigid water, if you dare; it rarely gets warmer than 55 degrees. And even if you're not up for a dip, this is a perfect start location to hike the Great Head for superb views, or set out on the easy Ocean Path to amazing coastline coves and cliffs.
8. Seawall Picnic Area
Many of Maine's beaches are covered with cobblestones, but this coastline is unique. We can thank powerful ocean storms for creating the massive natural seawall that gives this area of the park its name. The wall comprises stone cobbles kicked up during storms, carried by waves and tides and piled on the shore. It feels far more raw and remote on this side of the island and it's a favorite area for birdwatchers, who sometimes find themselves enjoying a bonanza of interesting sightings.
9. Sieur de Monts Spring
Often referred to as the "Heart of Acadia", this is a great place to learn about the park's natural and cultural history. Pop into the Nature Center to learn more about the animals and plant life, or see more than 400 indigenous wildflower species at the Wild Gardens of Acadia. There's also some lovely nature strolls, a spring house, and even a small museum with an archeological artifacts dating back as far as 11,000 years.
10. Somes Sound
Formed during the last glacial event, this large, deep body of water almost - almost, cuts Mount Desert Island right in half. Our drive will follow all the way around the sound and as we go we'll have many peaceful water views, hiking opportunities and visit what is claimed to be Maine's most photographed bridge.
11. Thunder Hole
Created by erosion and weathering, when waves enter the crevice and then the chamber, the water is sprayed up as high as 40 feet with a thunderous roar: "I am Thunder Hole!!!!" The effect is strongest within a couple of hours of high tide, and when the waves are larger.

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Posted By : Jennifer_F
It didn’t work. I want my money back. It just did an endless loop asking me to sign in to make it work. Awful.
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Posted On : 2024-06-23 09:18:13

Posted By : Brandi_L
Money well spent. Followed the directions closely & no issues.
We had limited mobility and would have driven around with little appreciate for what we were seeing. Appreciated the background & insights in Acadia
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Posted On : 2024-06-18 18:27:37

Posted By : ROGERC616
We enjoyed our trip to Acadia. The self guided audio tour was great and loved all the stories included in it. The only downside was Cadillac mt road was closed so not able to venture there
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Posted On : 2024-05-11 11:37:08

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Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Acadia National Park

WHAT'S INCLUDED

WHAT TO EXPECT

1. Acadia National Park

2. Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse

3. Cadillac Mountain

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5. Jordan Pond

6. Park Loop Road

7. Sand Beach

8. Seawall Picnic Area

9. Sieur de Monts Spring

10. Somes Sound

11. Thunder Hole

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Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Acadia National Park

WHAT'S INCLUDED ⟱

WHAT TO EXPECT ⟱

1. Acadia National Park

2. Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse

3. Cadillac Mountain

4.

5. Jordan Pond

6. Park Loop Road

7. Sand Beach

8. Seawall Picnic Area

9. Sieur de Monts Spring

10. Somes Sound

11. Thunder Hole

ADDITIONAL INFO ⟱

CANCELLATION POLICY ⟱

Partner Resources

How it works

Travel

Insurance

Adventure

Contact

WHAT'S INCLUDED

WHAT TO EXPECT

ADDITIONAL INFO

CANCELLATION POLICY