Activities for Big Kids in Bar Harbor
12 activities for kids ages 7–9 in Bar Harbor. More adventurous options with age ratings, cost estimates, and parent tips.
Highest rated: Acadia Sea Kayaking Adventures, Island Cruises, Cadillac Mountain. 4 are free. 2 work for rainy days. Every listing includes stroller access, cost estimates, and parent tips.
Top Picks

Acadia Sea Kayaking Adventures
5 starsPaddling past seal colonies, bald eagles, and Acadia's granite coastline from water level, a perspective you can't get any other way

Island Cruises
5 starsCruising to the outer islands of Frenchman Bay gives kids the thrill of genuine exploration, remote lighthouses, seabird colonies, and wild shores tha

Cadillac Mountain
4.9 starsStanding on the highest point on the US East Coast at sunrise is an unforgettable experience, kids remember it forever.

Bar Island Land Bridge
4.8 starsWalking across a gravel bar that disappears underwater is an instant adventure, kids love racing the tide.

Bubble Rock
4.8 starsBubble Rock is a giant erratic boulder perched improbably on the edge of South Bubble Mountain, kids are absolutely fascinated by it and love pretendi

Acadia Sea Kayaking Adventures
Ages: 7–18

Island Cruises
Ages: 5-17

Cadillac Mountain
Ages: All ages
FreeBar Island Land Bridge
Ages: 6–16
FreeBubble Rock
Ages: 5-17

Oli's Trolley Inc
Ages: All ages
FreeBar Harbor Shore path
Ages: All ages

Acadian Boat Tours
Ages: 3–16
FreeWild Gardens of Acadia
Ages: 0–12
$$Reel Pizza Cinerama
Ages: 3 and up

Thunder Hole
Ages: 5–18
$$Jeannie's Great Maine Breakfast
Ages: All ages
Common Questions
- What are the best activities for big kids (ages 7–9) in Bar Harbor?
- Bar Harbor has 12 activities rated for big kids (ages 7–9). Top picks: Acadia Sea Kayaking Adventures, Island Cruises, Cadillac Mountain, Bar Island Land Bridge, Bubble Rock.
- Are there free big kids activities in Bar Harbor?
- Yes — 4 of the 12 big kids-friendly activities in Bar Harbor are completely free, including Bar Island Land Bridge, Bubble Rock, Bar Harbor Shore path.
- What indoor activities are good for big kids (ages 7–9) in Bar Harbor?
- 2 indoor or rainy-day activities in Bar Harbor are suitable for big kids (ages 7–9). Best rated: Reel Pizza Cinerama, Jeannie's Great Maine Breakfast.
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