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Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

TourTruth score 6.8 out of 10

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4 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Bar Harbor
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore Acadia Mount Desert Island at your own pace with offline GPS guidance, coastal views, and local stories in your car.

About this tour

Set out on a self-guided drive through Acadia Mount Desert Island, where rocky shores, quiet ponds, and local history make the journey as memorable as the stops. This Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour pairs GPS-guided directions with stories that play along the route, so you can explore at your own pace.

Begin at the suggested Hulls Cove Visitor Center parking lot or join the route elsewhere in the app. Take in coastal scenery, learn about the Maliseet, Wabanaki, and Glooskap, and discover glacial relics and tales of George Dorr and the Rusticators. The route also features Charlotte Rhoades Park, Little Long Pond, marine life, and Bass Harbor’s heritage. Pause for photos, a picnic, or a walk whenever you like; the tour works offline after download, and one purchase covers everyone in your car.

Download the app and tour before setting out, then let Acadia Mount Desert Island guide your drive through the stories and scenery. Check current road conditions, park access, and any required entrance fees before you go.

Highlights

  • Admire Acadia’s coastal and rocky shoreline views
  • Hear stories about the Maliseet, Wabanaki, and Glooskap
  • Discover glacial relics and the Rusticators’ history
  • Explore Charlotte Rhoades Park and Little Long Pond
  • Take in Bass Harbor’s heritage and local marine life

What's included

Included

  • GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories
  • Route maps, scenic stops, area previews, and planning tools
  • Local stories and hidden gems
  • Lifetime access to the tour
  • Support by chat, email, or phone
  • One purchase for everyone in your car

Not included

  • Live guide
  • Park entrance fees or pass
  • Parking
  • Food
  • Car rental

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Important information

  • Suggested starting point: Hulls Cove Visitor Center parking lot, 25 Visitor Center Rd, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
  • Start at the suggested point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app
  • Download the Tour Guide app by Action and the tour while connected to Wi-Fi or strong cellular service
  • Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled tablet with cellular capability
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  • Audio can play through Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, or your car stereo via Bluetooth
  • Check current road closures, park conditions, opening hours, and entry requirements before visiting
  • A park entrance fee or valid pass may be required
  • No live guide is provided

Frequently asked questions

Where does the tour start?

The suggested starting point is the Hulls Cove Visitor Center parking lot in Bar Harbor. You can also join anywhere along the route shown in the app.

Does the tour include a live guide?

No. The tour is self-guided, with GPS-triggered audio stories and route guidance in the app.

Will the tour work without internet?

Yes. Download the tour in advance while connected to Wi-Fi or strong cellular service. It then works offline using GPS.

Is the price per person or per car?

One purchase covers everyone traveling in your car.

Are park admission and parking included?

No. Park entrance fees or a valid pass may be required, and parking is separate. Check current entry requirements before your visit.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.00 from 4 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in Bar Harbor
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 6.8.

Provider rating distribution in Bar Harbor

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