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Cabot Trail, Cape Breton Island
Ollie #1 of 245 attractions in Nova Scotia
5 of 5 stars 75 reviews
One of the most magnificent loop drives in North America treats visitors to the spectacular scenery of the Cape Breton Highlands.
Attraction type  Scenic Drives; Hiking Trails
Distance  346.6 km from city centre
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Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Ingonish
Ollie #2 of 245 attractions in Nova Scotia
5 of 5 stars 40 reviews

Cheticamp is a simple Acadian fishing village at the gateway to the Cape Breton Highlands National Park. The restaurants aren't fancy and aren't geared toward fine dining, but... more »

Attraction type  National Parks
Distance  326.5 km from city centre
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Annapolis Royal Historic Gardens, Annapolis Royal
Ollie #3 of 245 attractions in Nova Scotia
4.5 of 5 stars 85 reviews
Owner description: ESCAPE from the hectic pace of everyday life with a visit to Annapolis Royal’s beautiful Historic Gardens!In a beautiful setting overlooking a tidal...... more » Owner description: ESCAPE from the hectic pace of everyday life with a visit to Annapolis Royal’s beautiful Historic Gardens!In a beautiful setting overlooking a tidal river valley, the 17 acre Historic Gardens is a premiere Nova Scotia attraction showcasing gardening methods, designs and materials representing more than four hundred years of local history. Highlights include a Rose collection of more than 270 cultivars, an Acadian House representing pre-deportation 1671 time period, and much more… « less
Attraction type  Gardens; Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  151.7 km from city centre
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Fortress Louisbourg, Louisbourg
Ollie #4 of 245 attractions in Nova Scotia
4.5 of 5 stars 112 reviews
Owner description: Discover the Fortress of Louisbourg, located on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, where costumed animators bring an 18th century fortified town to...... more » Owner description: Discover the Fortress of Louisbourg, located on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, where costumed animators bring an 18th century fortified town to life! Smell the baking bread, dance to the music on the waterfront, feel the ground tremble as the cannon is fired, see the blacksmith at work in the forge and enjoy an authentic meal in our on-site restaurant. Take part in one of our guided tours or explore North America’s largest historic reconstruction at your own pace. Whatever your explorer type, we have something for you! Plan to spend the whole day, and be sure to bring warm clothes and comfy shoes. Our gift shop offers souvenirs and fine reproductions to remind you of your visit. Beaches and hiking trails are also nearby. Bus tours welcome. Certified service animals permitted only. Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Direct Debit are accepted. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Military Bases/ Facilities; Speciality Museums
Distance  511.7 km from city centre
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Cape Chignecto Provincial Park, Advocate Harbour
Ollie #5 of 245 attractions in Nova Scotia
5 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Owner description: At Cape Chignecto Provincial Park, towering 185-meter (600-foot) cliffs rise from the Bay of Fundy while the world’s highest tides lap at their base....... more » Owner description: At Cape Chignecto Provincial Park, towering 185-meter (600-foot) cliffs rise from the Bay of Fundy while the world’s highest tides lap at their base. Cape Chignecto is a 4,200-hectare natural environment park on a dramatic coastal peninsula. The park features 29 kilometres (18 miles) of pristine coastline, some of Nova Scotia’s most significant geological features, deep valleys, sheltered coves, rare plants, remnant old growth forest, scenic views, and a rich cultural heritage. We offer wilderness camping in secluded coves and ravines, while a spectacular coastal hiking trail leads visitors along high cliffs and deep valleys. Because Cape Chignecto is a wilderness hiking park, there are no drive-up camping sites. « less
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  123.8 km from city centre
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Halifax Public Gardens, Halifax
Ollie #6 of 245 attractions in Nova Scotia
4.5 of 5 stars 148 reviews
This beautiful Victorian-inspired garden has been open to the public since 1875 and remains as one of Halifax's most beautiful and cherished sites.
Attraction type  Gardens
Distance  1.9 km from city centre
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Cape Split Hiking Trail, Kentville
Ollie #7 of 245 attractions in Nova Scotia
4.5 of 5 stars 26 reviews
Attraction type  Hiking Trails
Distance  101.7 km from city centre
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Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo, Halifax
Ollie #8 of 245 attractions in Nova Scotia
4.5 of 5 stars 30 reviews
Owner description: The Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo is a week-long event held every year in one of Canada’s most beautiful provinces.Take part in educational...... more » Owner description: The Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo is a week-long event held every year in one of Canada’s most beautiful provinces.Take part in educational workshops, exciting festival events and of course, our daily two-and-a-half hour show jam-packed with world-class entertainment, sure to delight the whole family.This show is fast-paced – every scene only lasts about 3-6 minutes, so there is always something new to see and experience.Looking for a taste of true Nova Scotia? There’s bagpipes, highland dancers, la culture de l’acadie and military traditions.Hoping for something more modern? The Tattoo also features innovative acrobatic acts, modern music, contemporary dancing, trampoline routines and cutting-edge videos.Don't miss the world’s largest annual indoor show. Only in Nova Scotia. « less
Attraction type  Performances
Distance  1.8 km from city centre
Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site, Baddeck
Ollie #9 of 245 attractions in Nova Scotia
4.5 of 5 stars 52 reviews
Owner description: This museum chronicles the life and career of Alexander Graham Bell with its rich collection of artifacts and documents accumulated by Dr. Bell and...... more » Owner description: This museum chronicles the life and career of Alexander Graham Bell with its rich collection of artifacts and documents accumulated by Dr. Bell and his family during their time in Nova Scotia. « less
Attraction type  History Museums; Historic Sites; Museums
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Cape Forchu Lightstation, Yarmouth
Ollie #10 of 245 attractions in Nova Scotia
5 of 5 stars 15 reviews
Owner description: The Lighthouse Route begins at one of Nova Scotia’s most photographed lighthouse, the Cape Forchu Lightstation. With over 160 lighthouses in Nova...... more » Owner description: The Lighthouse Route begins at one of Nova Scotia’s most photographed lighthouse, the Cape Forchu Lightstation. With over 160 lighthouses in Nova Scotia, the most in any other province in Canada, they have become a shared symbol of our culture! « less
Attraction type  Lighthouses
Distance  220.2 km from city centre
Uisage Ban Falls, Baddeck
Ollie #11 of 245 attractions in Nova Scotia
5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Attraction type  Hiking Trails; Waterfalls
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Peggy's Cove Lighthouse
Ollie #12 of 245 attractions in Nova Scotia
4.5 of 5 stars 63 reviews
Attraction type  Lighthouses
Distance  30.6 km from city centre
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Citadel National Historic Site, Halifax
Ollie #13 of 245 attractions in Nova Scotia
4.5 of 5 stars 125 reviews
Experience an exciting part of Canada's history by visiting this 18th-century fort with a sweeping view of downtown Halifax.
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Military Museums; Lookouts
Distance  1.9 km from city centre
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Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic, Lunenburg
Ollie #14 of 245 attractions in Nova Scotia
4.5 of 5 stars 35 reviews
Owner description: This museum tips its hat to the rich fishing heritage of Canada's Atlantic Coast by offering a wealth of attractions and activities, from boarding the...... more » Owner description: This museum tips its hat to the rich fishing heritage of Canada's Atlantic Coast by offering a wealth of attractions and activities, from boarding the banks schooner Theresa E. Connor to talking with "old salts" who fished the North Atlantic. « less
Attraction type  Speciality Museums; History Museums
Distance  64.1 km from city centre
Cheticamp, Cape Breton Island
Ollie #15 of 245 attractions in Nova Scotia
4.5 of 5 stars 14 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Historic Walking Areas
Ocean Explorations Whale Cruises, Tiverton
Ollie #16 of 245 attractions in Nova Scotia
4.5 of 5 stars 23 reviews
Owner description: Ocean Explorations Zodiac Whale Cruises is the maritimes ORGINAL Zodiac ("ocean rafting") whale/seabird adventure! Celebrating 25+ seasons, founded by...... more » Owner description: Ocean Explorations Zodiac Whale Cruises is the maritimes ORGINAL Zodiac ("ocean rafting") whale/seabird adventure! Celebrating 25+ seasons, founded by biologist Tom Goodwin, in 1986! "one of the best" (Lonely Planet) and the most recommended by accomodation providers in the area. Ask them "who is the BEST?" and go with THEM (ie.we'll see you then) « less
Attraction type  Ships
North Highlands Community Museum, Cape North
Ollie #17 of 245 attractions in Nova Scotia
5 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Owner description: Our Museum can be found in Northern Cape Breton along the Cabot Trail Nova Scotia in the "Top of the Island" Region. We have a beautiful exhibit hall...... more » Owner description: Our Museum can be found in Northern Cape Breton along the Cabot Trail Nova Scotia in the "Top of the Island" Region. We have a beautiful exhibit hall that includes local artifacts along with professional displays that take you back in time while getting a taste of our local heritage. We also have an operating blacksmith forge, settlers' garden, and a historic Church building that has become our Culture Centre. « less
Attraction type  Museums
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Point Pleasant Park, Halifax
Ollie #18 of 245 attractions in Nova Scotia
4.5 of 5 stars 41 reviews
Have a picnic with sweeping ocean views or hike through 186 acres of forest in one of Halifax's most cherished parks.
Attraction type  Parks; Jogging Paths/ Tracks
Distance  3.9 km from city centre
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Joggins Fossil Cliffs Interpretation Centre, Joggins
Ollie #19 of 245 attractions in Nova Scotia
4.5 of 5 stars 23 reviews
Attraction type  Geologic Formations; Tourist/ Visitor Centres; Natural History Museums
Distance  134.2 km from city centre
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Halifax Harbor Ferry, Halifax
Ollie #20 of 245 attractions in Nova Scotia
4.5 of 5 stars 56 reviews

HALIFAX HARBOUR FERRY  This has to be the cheapest ocean cruise around.  At less than two dollars the ferry takes you form Nova Scotia's capital city of Halifax to sister town of... more »

Attraction type  Ferries/ Boats
Distance  130.5 km from city centre
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