Tour

Bar Harbor Ghost Walk

What to Expect

Built in 1904, the former Ledgelawn Inn is one of the original grand summer estates in Bar Harbor referred to by the elite simply as cottages. Ledgelawn may be the most haunted building in Bar Harbor, but its most famous ghost is a woman in white, a jilted bride who donned her wedding dress and hung herself from the rafters in the attic with her veil.

This bereaved ghost called Mary Margaret is spotted mostly on the third floor, but sometimes elsewhere in the building. When the mansion still operated as an inn, one guest had a very close encounter with Mary Margaret. This man claims that he not only witnessed the ghost bride enter the room, but that she actually got into bed with him! Because he didn’t want to incur her wrath, he just pretended as if nothing was wrong, shut his eyes tightly, and rolled over. One wonders how much sleep he got that night.

Expect to hear more ghost stories like this one as well to learn more about a variety of local paranormal happenings. The weird tales include the strange goings-on at otherwise opulent lodgings like the Balance Rock Inn, the legendary Bar Harbor Club, and several other supernatural hotspots about town.

Marcus LiBrizzi, author of Ghosts of Acadia and Haunted Islands in the Gulf of Maine , two of  the authoritative books on Maine's haunted tales, calls our tour "an unforgettable, spine-tingling tour of Bar Harbor’s haunted sites." Join us to discover for yourself.

 

Tour Details

From $25 per person

Duration:90 minutes

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Agamont Park Gazebo (near the Shore Path by the cannons)

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Highlights

  • Walk the sea-sprayed Shore Path, where you might catch a glimpse of a ghost or even a sea serpent.
  • Learn about how the Father of Acadia National Park contributed to the Society for Psychical Research.
  • Expand your knowledge of the supernatural with local accounts of the three major types of ghosts: residual manifestations, intelligent hauntings, and poltergeists.


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Duration: 90 minutes

Easy/Moderate

Important Info 

  • Allow ample time to find parking in this very popular area. Metered street parking is available as well as pay-to-park lots. Please see parking information on Bar Harbor’s municipal website for more specifics including maps displaying parking options. The Island Explorer bus service is another option to consider. 
  • This tour runs rain or shine, so please dress accordingly and wear comfortable shoes.
  • Because this is a limited capacity tour, all sales are final. But we will reschedule you if you have an emergency.
  • Service animals are welcome. However, for liability issues, please leave your furry friends at home if you don’t need their assistance.

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How do I buy a gift card for this tour?

  • Do you go inside any of the haunted buildings?

    On this tour, we focus on building exteriors and outdoor spaces. Businesses and public places are open for you to visit during regular business hours. Otherwise we respect the privacy of individuals and organizations and expect that our guests do the same.

  • Can I bring my pet?

    Service animals are welcome. However, for liability issues, please leave your furry friends at home if you don’t require their assistance.

  • Do guests really see ghosts on this tour?

    We can never guarantee a supernatural encounter, but we will explain paranormal phenomena such as cold spots and residual hauntings. What we do guarantee: Our local connections and dedication to research means you'll get authentic accounts — in all their shocking detail.

  • Is this ghost tour kid-friendly?

    While our tours do not contain anything too graphic or inappropriate, we find that kids that enjoy history have the best time. You know your children and that's left up to you. We do not recommend bringing children in strollers because sometimes that can be difficult with larger walking groups.

  • What if I'm late or cannot find my guide?

    We do our best to answer calls and emails as promptly as they are received. Please make sure to leave a voicemail with the city and tourtime.  We try to accommodate travel and weather issues, but our public tours cannot wait for more than 10 minutes. Reschedules are available if the date you are interested in is not sold out.
     
  • What if I need to cancel?

    All sales are final, but we can help you with a reschedule or ticket credit. We love ghosts, not monsters!

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