Pedal the carriage roads of Acadia, soak up views of Frenchmen’s Bay, and explore the contours of Mount Desert Island. Off the bike, discover the nooks and crannies of the Maine coastline, famous for its coves, estuaries, and rocky inlets. Indulge with fresh seafood and peruse the galleries, shops, and sights around this centuries-old destination, a getaway made popular by prominent elites like the Fords, Vanderbilts, and Rockefellers.

Spend just a few days here and you’ll understand what has drawn so many people to this rocky little island in Downeast Maine.