Top Things to do in Nova Scotia
Top Hotels in Nova Scotia
- 1. Maritime Inn Antigonish
- 2. Prince George Hotel
- 3. Comfort Hotel Bayer's Lake
- 4. The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
- 5. Cambridge Suites - Halifax
- 6. The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
- 7. Comfort Hotel Bayer's Lake
- 8. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Halifax - Dartmouth
- 9. Chateau Bedford, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
- 10. Hampton Inn by Hilton Halifax Downtown
10 Ferries in Nova Scotia That You Shouldn't Miss
From Yarmouth to Sydney, Nova Scotia is full of scenic landscapes, rich history, and interesting local culture. Sights and fun experiences abound in Nova Scotia, and there is a little bit of something for everyone. Soak up the beauty and serenity to be found in the Annapolis Royal Historic Gardens, or head to Cape Breton Highlands National Park for the stunning landscape and wildlife. Explore the history of the area at Louisbourg's Fortress Louisbourg, or hike the Skyline Trail in Ingonish.
Restaurants in Nova Scotia
1. Petit Passage Ferry
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By BkyCa - Key West, United States
Modern, efficient transportation from Freeport, N.S. to Brier Island, N.S.. The trip is short but always on time. The ferry over runs on the hour and the return runs on the half hour. The ferry is new and modern, very clean and holds quite a bit of traffic. There are rest rooms aboard and several workers. The fee is $7.00 over and zero coming back.
2. Halifax Harbour Ferry
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,100 reviews
Reviewed By ENFPalex
If you've been to Halifax in the summer and haven't taken the ferry to downtown Dartmouth, you're doing it wrong! Sit on the top deck and enjoy the view of the Halifax city scape while on your way to a terminal near great restaurants and craft breweries in Dartmouth.
3. Grand Passage Ferry
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 68 reviews
Reviewed By Kimmybear2014 - Halifax, Canada
It is fantastic that the crew turns right around and comes back if there are too many people lined up to cross. It was so nice to not have to wait an hour for the next crossing. Thank you!!!!
4. Harbour Water Taxi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By Twomainers1 - Port aux Basques, Canada
Love the boat and it just a short ride to down town Halifax where life begins its a must do all you need is great weather love it
5. Lahave Ferry
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By janesQ5356ZM - North River Bridge, Canada
First time on this ferry and it really was a great experience, smooth and quick, which is good as I was on the way to the Lahave Bakery which is also worth a visit
6. Bay Ferries
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By Astrid1511 - Fredericton, Canada
We really enjoyed our ferry ride from Digby, NS to Saint John, NB. It was relaxing to sit and have a glass of wine and a sandwich from the cafeteria during this crazy corona virus pandemic. There were very few passengers on board so it was easy to social distance and you must wear a mask in most areas of the ferry. It felt like our own private yacht!! I was able to do my emails and my husband watched TV. The ferry was spotlessly clean and the staff was very helpful and professional. The electrical outlets need an adapter which you can get from the staff. It was expensive but worth it. I would highly recommend taking the ferry.
7. Marine Atlantic Ferry
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 246 reviews
Reviewed By lizmariecat - Halifax Regional Municipality, Canada
A great way to travel and will plan to use the ferry for future trips to NL from Nova Scotia. Organized, efficient, and lots of staff available to direct you and your vehicle. Excellent Covid Protocol at 50% capacity. Know in advance that no dining or coffee service is available; you will, however, be given a decent little bag containing a sandwich, fruit, muffin and bottle of water. We elected to take a cabin and it served us well. Little beds comfy enough, all linens spotless. If you have loud talkers(we did next door) it can be rough getting to sleep until they simmer down! Earplugs might be handy but this would not discourage us from taking a cabin next time as once you get to NL the distances can be great and it pays to have had some sleep.
8. Englishtown Ferry
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By 124oliviau - Calgary, Canada
Great price for a ferry ride (7$) and saves a lot of time if you are planning on the driving Cabot trail.
9. The CAT - Bay Ferries Limited
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 185 reviews
Experience the Maritimes the way they’re meant to be seen—by sea. The fastest way to get from Maine to Nova Scotia, the high-speed CAT ferry will take you on a two-nation vacation between Bar Harbor and Yarmouth in just 3.5 hours. Featuring plenty of onboard amenities and a knowledgeable staff and crew, your journey will be more than just fast, it will be a chance to discover the tastes, sights, and sounds of the Atlantic en route. And, at half the driving time, you’ll have even more of an opportunity to explore the Nova Scotia’s coastal beauty beyond the horizon.
Reviewed By murphy8812 - Old Bridge, United States
We took this 5.5 hour Ferry from Yarmouth, Nova Scotia to Portland, Maine after a four week driving / exploring trip from NJ to Arcadia National Park, Price Edward Island,CA, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia and Vaughan, Nova Scotia. Taking the ferry saved us many hours of driving as well as backtracking in areas we had already been. We had pre-purchased tickets (which is recommended) a couple of months in advance and we stayed in the Yarmouth area ( actually Arcadia NS) the night before to insure we would be there at 7:30 am check in for an 8:30 am departure. Check in and boarding were easy and all the personnel were friendly and helpful. After parking your vehicle on the ferry all passengers must go to the upper decks for the 5.5 hr passage. We brought our own food for the trip but there were several nice concession stands selling food, snacks and drinks. The passenger deck was clean, nicely decorated with super comfortable reclining seats or seats with tables. Large screen tv's were strategically located. They had movies in a central location and a kids play area. You could get fresh air on the side and rear deck areas. They had a fun bingo and group trivia games which you could join for about 90 minutes in the middle of the trip to entertain and pass the time. Cruise was smooth and enjoyable. Started in a fog bank outside Yarmouth and broke into a nice sunny day in about 2 hours. Upon exiting we got through US Customs in about 15 minutes. This was a bit pricey but an enjoyable experience which saved us from backtracking and many hours of driving. Dan & Karen Old Bridge, NJ
10. Northumberland Ferries
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
