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
Top 10 Scenic Drives in Nova Scotia, United States
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. Marine Drive
2. Lighthouse Trail
3. Cabot Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,759 reviews
One of the most magnificent loop drives in North America treats visitors to the spectacular scenery of the Cape Breton Highlands.
Reviewed By Lets_Cruise_13 - Ottawa, Canada
On Tuesday August 20th, 2019, leaving Baddeck my wife and I drove the Cabot Trail which is a scenic highway completed in 1932 in northern Victoria County and Inverness County on Cape Breton Island in Nova Scotia. The Cabot Trail is 298 km or 185 miles in length and completes a loop around the northern tip of the island, passing along and through the Cape Breton Highlands National Park (the Park). That morning, at the Park’s East Gate we stopped to purchase two $7.80 adult day passes to drive through the Park. At the booth, the Park employee provided us with information on what to look for and other fishing villages to visit. The western and eastern sections of the Park follow the rugged coastline, with views of the ocean. The southwestern section passes through the Margaree River valley before passing along Bras d'Or Lake. Driving the Trail, we stopped at the many lookout spots in and outside the Park, such as Lakies Head, Neil’s Harbour, Rusty Anchor Restaurant in Pleasant Bay, Chéticamp and in Inverness to take photos of mountainous plateau, ocean views and fishing villages during our scenic drive through stunning landscape. What a marvelous day it was for travelling! For nature lovers, hikers or just anyone wishing to visit Cape Breton Island and the surrounding areas, the Cabot Trail and the Cape Breton Highlands National Park is a must to see as it provides beautiful scenes. We would recommend it to family and friends.
4. Sunrise Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By 2015eastcoasters - Nova Scotia, Canada
A beautiful drive along the old #3 highway. Many interesting shops & art galleries to visit along the highway from Lunenburg to Halifax.
5. Ceilidh Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Following the shore of western Cape Breton, this 67-mile-long trail offers magnificent views of dramatic coastline, bays, inlets and rolling farmlands.
6. Glooscap Trail
7. Angus L. Macdonald Bridge
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 78 reviews
Reviewed By NKJ2
Sometimes the things to do in a city are not very far away or very expensive. This bridge joins Halifax and Dartmouth and is a major transportation link. It is busy and congested during typical rush hours. However it is also a great place to experience the Halifax harbour from a high. You can clearly see the miles of harbour starting from the open sea until the end of Bedford Basin. Read a little about the history of the harbour first and all will come alive. Just make sure that the sightseeing is done by the passengers and not the driver.
8. Nova Scotia Route 255
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 5 reviews
9. Cape Forchu Scenic Drive
Spectacular drive along the seven-mile peninsula jutting into the ocean takes visitors through fishing villages to the stately Cape Forchu Lighthouse.
