Top Things to do in Southwest Nova Scotia
Top Hotels in Southwest Nova Scotia
- 1. Days Inn by Wyndham Bridgewater Conference Center
- 2. Rum Runner Inn
- 3. Bayside Inn
- 4. Best Western Plus Bridgewater Hotel & Convention Centre
- 5. Dockside Suites
- 6. Tru By Hilton Yarmouth
- 7. Lakelawn B&B Motel
- 8. Rodd Grand Yarmouth Hotel
- 9. Smugglers Cove Inn
- 10. A Seafaring Maiden Bed and Breakfast
Top 10 Historic Sites in Southwest Nova Scotia, Southwest Nova Scotia
Discover the best top things to do in Southwest Nova Scotia, United States including Jacob Locke Homestead, Cape Sable Lighthouse, Mrs. Pugsley’s Emporium, Acadian Deportation Cross Memorial, St. John's Anglican Church and Cemetery, Fort Anne National Historic Site, Grand Pre National Historic Site, Knaut-Rhuland House, Ironworks Distillery, Thinkers' Lodge National Historic Site.
Restaurants in Southwest Nova Scotia
1. Jacob Locke Homestead
2. Cape Sable Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
3. Mrs. Pugsley’s Emporium
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13 reviews
Mrs P's is located in the Historic Clocktower Building in downtown Amherst, NS. We carry a wide variety of quilting fabrics and notions. At last count, we had 93 different colours of Kona Solids! We start our week on Tuesday at 1pm (until 4pm) . On Wed, Thurs and Fridays, we are in from 10am until 4pm and on Sat, we are open from 10am until 1pm. Appointments may be scheduled for times outside our normal business hours- please contact us via email.
4. Acadian Deportation Cross Memorial
5. St. John's Anglican Church and Cemetery
6. Fort Anne National Historic Site
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 560 reviews
Historic site brings to life that part of Canada's past when conflict between Europe's empire-builders took place on the shore of the Annapolis River.
Reviewed By barbarad803
Well-designed and informative paths and buildings, overlooking the Bay of Fundy gives one an insightful understanding of its history.
7. Grand Pre National Historic Site
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 442 reviews
At Grand-Pre, get to know the Acadians, Nova Scotia's early French settlers. Theirs is a story of pioneer life, tragedy, and triumphant survival. This commemorative site was the heart of the 17th and 18th century Acadian village that became the scenic setting for Longfellow's narative poem Evangeline. A Visitor Reception and Interpretation Centre opened in September 2003 with new interpretation exhibits and a multimedia theater. Take time to walk in the superb flower gardens and admire the beautiful scenery. You will be charmed by the natural beauty of the surroundings.
Reviewed By c0verdale - Riverview, Canada
Created to commemorate the Grand-Pré area of Nova Scotia as a centre of Acadian settlement from 1682 to 1755, at this Unesco World Heritage site you will learn all about the Acadian culture, history as well as the expulsion of the Acadians, which began in 1755 and continued until 1762. The visitor center offers a short video explaining the story of the Acadians and there is also a small interpretive center, and then you can wonder around the beautiful grounds which also contain a Memorial Church containing several displays, statue of Evangeline and a recreated Black Smith Shop. The grounds are well kept / beautiful. A very important piece of history that I highly recommend visiting if you're in the area.
8. Knaut-Rhuland House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 69 reviews
9. Ironworks Distillery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 373 reviews
Ironworks Distillery opened its doors to the public in June 2010. Situated in the old town of Lunenburg and residing in the building that used to be the old marine blacksmith shop, we create small batches of artisan spirits using produce from the Maritimes. We make vodka and brandy using Annapolis Valley apples, Pear Eau-de-vie, Rum, Gin and several delicious fruit liqueurs. Tastings are free. Please contact us to check on the tour availability.
Reviewed By AndyANew - Flower Mound, United States
Ironworks is an artisanal cute little distillery located in the historic port town of Lunenburg. My wife and I stopped in while we were visiting Lunenburg. We sampled several different liqueurs and vodka and loved all the sampling, especially the sweet blueberry liqueur. The shop was beautiful and well preserved. Friendly staff. Would definitely recommend this stop in Lunenburg!
10. Thinkers' Lodge National Historic Site
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Please visit our website for more information.
Reviewed By RandMV - Jonesborough, United States
We visited this site after reading the reviews on Trip Advisor even though I couldn't find any mention of the place in my tour books. The name of the Lodge and the name of the town - Pugwash - also intrigued me! What a fantastic find! Had a tour by a very knowledgeable young man, then had the pleasure of meeting and talking with the granddaughter of Cyrus Eaton, the anonymous sponsor of the peace convention of 1957 which included delegates from 22 countries from both sides of the Iron Curtain. So much history! Amazing. Highly recommended!
