Explore our province’s beautiful landscape.
We live in one of the most beautiful provinces in Canada. Any time you have friends or family visiting from out-of-town, it’s your unofficial duty to show them the best that Nova Scotia has to offer. Whether your guests are here for a short stay or a longer one, you want them to leave feeling like they got a true taste of Nova Scotia.
So which sights should you show them? Naturally, there are the famous landmarks, such as Peggy’s Cove. But what about some of the province’s best kept secrets?
We’ve rounded up a few of our favourite hidden gems throughout Nova Scotia.
Kejimkujik National Park & National Historic Site
Queens County
Nature lovers will enjoy this beloved national park known for its lakes and rivers, Historic canoe routes, hiking trails and more await your discovery. Keji also happens to be located near Nova Scotia’s wine country, so your guests may want to stop in at a local winery to pick up a bottle.
Halifax’s North End
Halifax, NS
Full of trendy restaurants, shops and colourful homes, this diverse Halifax neighbourhood is perfect for guests who are looking to experience a vibrant urban community. Notable restaurants include Edna, Field Guide, Agricola Street Brasserie, Brooklyn Warehouse and Lion and Bright. Halifax’s North End is also home to a number of craft breweries, such as North Brewing, Good Robot and Propeller.
Lunenburg Waterfront
Lunenburg, NS
Lunenburg is a UNESCO World Heritage site and the home of the Bluenose II. Out of town guests will love seeing the tall ships in the harbour and exploring the charming shops and restaurants throughout the town. Be sure to also check out the local wineries throughout Lunenburg county, as well as Ironworks Distillery, Nova Scotia’s first microdistillery.
Cape George Point Lighthouse
Antigonish County
Surrounded by hiking trails and overlooking the waters of St. George’s Bay, this historic lighthouse is a lesser known landmark located on a beautiful cliff. On a clear day, you can see all the way to Prince Edward Island.
The Big Fiddle
Sydney, Cape Breton
Did you know that Cape Breton is home to the world’s largest fiddle? Bring your guests to see the iconic 60-foot fiddle and bow at the Port of Sydney.
Alexander Keith’s Brewery
Halifax, NS
No visit to Nova Scotia is complete without a tour of the historic Alexander Keith’s Brewery. This beautiful ironstone and granite building was built in 1820 and visitors can tour both the brewery and the taproom.