Best Gift Shops in Bar Harbor

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A multitude of lodging, dining, and shopping options are on offer here in Bar Harbor, and the latter category includes everything from Moose mugs and Cadillac Mountain caps to breathtaking, framed photography and handmade décor.

Take a stroll through the town’s quaint center and see what wonders you wander away with.

Map of Bar Harbor Gift Shops

This map will guide you to Acadia’s greatest treasure: its gift shops.

Indigo Blues

Specializing in Maine-made food, artwork, and gifts, Indigo Blues also has an impressive supply of Jordan’s Restaurant (located next door) gear and goods on hand.

You’ll find all manner of items featuring everything Maine here—including blueberry-themed dishware, clothing, books, and more—as well as handcrafted jewelry, accessories, linens, and hand-painted “sea glass” cocktail glasses.

Location: 76 Cottage St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: Indigo Blues

Cool as a Moose

The owners of all of the Cool as a Moose locations pride themselves on featuring a wide variety of Maine-made products.

And while the majority of gift items here are of the clothing persuasion—sweatshirts, sweatpants, t-shirts, etc.—there are other options available.

You’ll also find Cool as a Moose-branded souvenirs featuring Hermie the Moose (and other designs, as well), in addition to hats, stickers, mugs, banners, bags, blankets, ornaments, barware, and candles.

Location: 118 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: Cool as a Moose

Fair Trade Winds

By collaborating with fair trade organizations that represent artists from 57 countries, Fair Trade Winds can provide you—the discerning shopper—with beautiful, handmade goods.

Created using sustainable materials whenever possible, the products you’ll find here are more often than not crafted using age-old, traditional techniques—and also provide women with the support they need to earn a fair wage.

Can’t decide which bespoke, unique item to buy? The thoughtfully curated, pre-assembled gift boxes here are the perfect way to solve that problem.

Location: 119 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: Fair Trade Winds

The Acadia Country Store

Just “a country store in a seafarin’ town,” this is the ultimate stop if you’re searching for quality, Maine-themed and -made foods (maple syrup, blueberry jams/jellies, Stonewall Kitchen, and Moxie) or souvenirs.

There is also an extensive display of homemade fudge, which your nose will verify as soon as you walk in (I dare you to try and leave without buying some).

You’ll also find a wide variety of other gift ideas like candles, linens, puzzles, apparel, kitchen goods, and much more.

Location: 128 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: The Acadia Country Store

The Rock and Art Shop

Featuring a “Cabinet of Curiosities” (kind of like a miniature natural museum) and an eclectic curation of plants, home décor, and nature-themed oddities, this wondrous shop defies description.

Suffice it to say that whether you are a rock hound or are just looking to adorn your home and self with nature’s beauty, you won’t leave here empty-handed.

Fossils and fish mugs, plants and pottery, garnets and glassware, jewelry and Jurassic ephemera—all side-by-side in this quirky shop.

Location: 23 Cottage St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: The Rock and Art Shop

Spruce & Gussy

The folks that curate the array of practical—yet intrinsically beautiful—handmade items at Spruce & Gussy are always on the lookout for products that exhibit “craftsmanship, singularity, and inherent joy.”

When you step into this shop, you’ll be surrounded by exuberant color and whimsical design; whether you’re considering the handcrafted jewelry, all manner of gorgeous fiber arts, all-natural soaps, or any other of the bespoke prizes here, know that anyone on your gift list will be delighted with anything from Spruce & Gussy.

Location: 12 Mt Desert St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: Spruce & Gussy

Little Village Gifts

This sweet, family-owned store is full of fantastic gift ideas and friendly faces.

There are loads of Bar Harbor-themed items to bring home to loved ones (clothing, ornaments, wall art, and jewelry, along with many others), and you’ll also find a wide variety of made in the U.S.A. products.

Check out the line of durable Little Man handbags, wallets, and totes—they come in ridiculously adorable patterns, and are the perfect vessel for other small gift items…no basket or gift bag needed.

Location: 29 Cottage St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: Little Village Gifts

The Maine Store

For all things “locally made, Maine-inspired,” head to The Maine Store (obviously).

Like many small, family-owned gift shops in Bar Harbor, The Maine Store is proud to display the work of in-state artisans—objects that speak to the raw, incomparable beauty of Maine.

Whether you’re on the hunt for something fun and fanciful or prim and practical, the selection at The Maine Store won’t disappoint. Browse through prints, accessories, local gourmet foods, jewelry, home & garden goods, bath & body products, greeting cards, and much more to put together a unique bouquet of gift items, guaranteed to please.

Location: 20 Mt Desert St Shop #1, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: The Maine Store

Christmas Vacation Shop

I don’t know about you, but when I hear the name of this shop, a certain holiday movie immediately comes to mind…but this festive, year-round shop has nothing to do with Chevy Chase.

The owner of the Christmas Vacation Shop creates many of the ornaments and décor in this store by hand; much of her handiwork is in direct response to her customers’ requests for particular Bar Harbor-related ornaments and other items.

You’ll find the gifts here labeled specifically for where they were handcrafted—all being either in the shop (literally right before your eyes, in many cases), in Maine, or in the U.S.A.

Location: 150 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: Christmas Vacation Shop

Sea Dawg Gift Shop

If you’re looking to evoke a giggle or an outright guffaw with a gift, Sea Dawg can accommodate.

You’ll find t-shirts, signs, mugs, stickers, greeting cards, and more with sharp-witted or goofy sentiments, alongside more sedate things like candles, handbags, ornaments, jewelry, and apparel.

At Sea Dawg, you’ll have plenty of options—whether your gift recipient is inherently silly, or infinitely serious.

Location: 47 West St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: Sea Dawg Gift Shop

Geddy’s by the Sea

Formerly Patrick’s by the Sea, this boutique is the perfect combination of big-brand items and locally-made products.

You’ll find gifts from familiar names like Vera Bradley, Alex & Ani, Renaldo, and Crabtree & Evelyn snugged up alongside Maine-made treats, clothing, accessories, jewelry, and home goods.

And, if you’re peckish, the shop is oh-so-handily located right next to Geddy’s Restaurant.

Location: 21 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: Geddy’s by the Sea

Debbah’s

If you’re all about picking up gifts that tout the locale of your trip for everyone back home, Debbah’s has heaps of apparel, knickknacks, toys, wall art, and other assorted souvenirs emblazoned with all things Maine, Bar Harbor, and Acadia National Park.

You’ll also find loads of beautiful larimar jewelry and coastal-themed home goods at Debbah’s.

Location: 89 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: Debbah’s

Ben & Bill’s Chocolate Emporium

If you’ve read any of my other write-ups about gift shops in Maine, you know by now that I am of the firm belief that giving the gift of chocolate is always the right choice.

This family-run shop has been hand-making their delectable fudge, chocolates, and candies since 1988 in Bar Harbor—and they have ice cream, too! Oh, and if you have a long way to travel home, no worries—because Ben & Bill’s can ship your edible gifts.

Location: 66 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: The Chocolate Moose