Shore Excursion Details

Bar Harbor Epicurean Experience

Bar Harbor, Maine

Bar Harbor Epicurean Experience

DETAILS

  • 2.5 hours
  • Snack

OVERVIEW

Discover why Bar Harbor attracts so many foodies by sampling a variety of delectable dishes and treats made with locally sourced seasonal ingredients. As you walk about a mile or so around the Village Green in the heart of the city, you will sample imaginative and classic Maine dishes at four different venues. Your guide will be local and the entrepreneurs will be happy to share the histories of their businesses, so the experience will be enlightening. One of the most fascinating aspects is learning how Bar Harbor’s cuisine has evolved yet kept true to its roots. Maine’s official berry is the wild blueberry, so it may well be used in some of the signature dishes and treats. You can also expect to learn about Maine’s thriving lobster industry during this epicurean experience. You might hear how lobsters are caught and how their numbers are sustained to ensure that the industry continues to flourish.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Sample classic Maine delicacies at four venues around the Village Green.
• Discuss the details of the dishes with the entrepreneurs, who will happily share the recipes.
• Realize the importance of wild blueberries and lobsters to Maine’s cuisine.
• Gain an historical perspective of Bar Harbor as you walk downtown.


HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Need to Know:

Note: This tour includes 2 hours of easy to moderate walking/standing and covers approximately 1 mile. It is not recommended to wheelchair guests or those with walking difficulties. As this tour operates in light rain or shine, layered clothing (weather can be unpredictable), an umbrella, sun cap, sunglasses, and comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Due to the outdoor nature of this tour, it will be canceled in severe weather conditions. It is not possible to accommodate any special dietary restrictions on this tour.

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Scenic & City Tours
Local Food-Wine Tasting

Activity Level:

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Tours with this activity level involve a considerable amount of physical activity such as substantial walking over cobblestone streets, uneven or steep terrain, climbing stairs, or extended periods of standing. Not recommended for guests with physical limitations. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended.
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