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Nova Scotia means New Scotland in Latin. Not only will place names seem familiar but the culture and traditions the Scottish settlers brought are still evident today. Nova Scotia was one of the original four provinces that became part of Canada in 1867. Stunning Cape Breton has won the Travel + Leisure Award for the best island in Canada and is home to the world-famous Cabot Trail, a 300-mile scenic highway offering spectacular coastal views and highland scenery.
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Halifax Waterfront is the best place to start in downtown Halifax, which has something for everyone. Halifax Waterfront is one of the most visited attractions in the province.
From here you can hop on a tour to show you around the city! Don’t miss the Halifax Seaport Farmers’ Market at the south end of the waterfront.
Take a stroll along Spring Garden Road. This is one of the most popular streets in Halifax, lined with shops and restaurants and a great spot for people-watching. While you’re there tour the Halifax Public Gardens, a rare example of a formal Victorian garden, and stop at the stunning Halifax Central Library.
For those wanting to learn a bit about Halifax’s history, visit one of its museums or historic sites.
Visit Pier 21, the Canadian Museum of Immigration to learn about the experiences of immigrants as they arrived in Canada, or tour the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic to see the world’s finest collection of wooden artifacts from the Titanic.
At the top of the city, you will find the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site where the sounds of a modern, bustling port city are exchanged for the crack of rifle fire and the skirl of bagpipes.
Grab a bite to eat! Visit one of the delicious local vendors located on the Halifax waterfront, or find a pizza shop and grab a donair (Halifax’s official snack).
If you’re looking for something a little bit more, visit one of Halifax’s delicious restaurants. For some local flavours try The Five Fisherman, 2 Doors Down, Salty’s, or The Canteen, just across the harbour in Dartmouth.
Distance: 88 miles
Visit the iconic Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse. Wander the working fishing village of Peggy’s Cove where you can visit one of several gift shops, get a taste for the local seafood and snap a photo of one of the world's most photographed lighthouses.
Continue along the South Shore and be sure to make a stop in Mahone Bay. Find a spot along the historic harbourfront to capture one of the most photographed views in Nova Scotia, the Three Churches of Mahone Bay.
Browse the selection of Art galleries and speciality shops such as Amos Pewter, Birdsall Pottery, Spruce Rugs etc. all within an easy stroll.
Local must-tastes stops include The Biscuit Eater and Mateus Bistro, Saltbox Brewery, The Barn Coffee & Social House, and many more.
Visit the seafaring town of Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its colourful waterfront, narrow streets and captivating architecture. Old Town Lunenburg is home to Nova Scotia’s famous racing schooner, Bluenose II.
While in Lunenburg be sure to visit Ironworks Distillery, Fisheries' Museum of the Atlantic, or Lunenburg Walking Tours.
Lunenburg is filled with fresh seafood that can be found at some of the best restaurants in the province: Salt Shaker Deli, The Old Fish Factory, Beach Pea Kitchen & Bar, The Grand Banker Bar & Grill, The Half Shell, etc.
Stay in beautiful Lunenburg at one of their historic inns.
Distance: 98 miles
Begin your Annapolis Valley adventure in Grand Pre, home of Grand Pre National Historic Site , one of three UNESCO Heritage Sites in Nova Scotia—once the epicentre of Acadian culture.
Take in the amazing smells of unique herbs and fruits at The Tangled Garden. The property features the owner’s private home along with an extensive herb garden, a labyrinth, an art gallery and a shop.
Explore Nova Scotia ‘Wine Country’. Wolfville is perfectly nestled amongst the majority of Nova Scotia wineries here in the Annapolis Valley.
Stop for a bite at one of Wolfville’s Cafes, bistros and pubs on Main St. while browsing boutique shops. Many of the restaurants in Wolfville are dedicated to creating fresh seasonal dishes from local produce and seafood.
Overnight stay.
Walk, play and explore on the ocean floor at Burntcoat Head Park , home of the world`s highest recorded tides.
Experience the one-of-a-kind outdoor adventure, Tidal Bore Rafting! As the 100 billion tonnes of water rushes into the Bay of Fundy at high tide, there is only so much space for it to travel and therefore the great tides actually reverse the flow of rivers that would typically flow into the Bay. Nowhere else in the world can you find this kind of experience!
Overnight stay, perhaps in the local lighthouse?
Enjoy a bite to eat the The Flying Apron Inn & Cookery. The menu is heavily focused on using local resources and changes seasonally. The majority of the menu ingredients come from within 15 mins of the restaurant, including sustainable fish, organic produce, organic fruit and lamb and pork raised just down the road!