Nova Scotia Travel Guide

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A winding coastal road with a guardrail, steep cliffs, and the ocean in the background.
A row of colorful houses with blue and red siding, white trim, and a porch with a railing.
A historic building with a clock tower and arched windows.
A wooden sailing boat docked at a pier with a cityscape in the background.
A grand legislative chamber with ornate wood paneling, green chairs, and large portraits on the walls.

Popular cities in Nova Scotia

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with people walking and playing in the water.
Halifax
Known for Ports, Historical and Tours
Trip time! Discover the live music, museums and history in Halifax.

Reasons to visit

  • Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
  • Dalhousie University
  • Halifax Citadel
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A street lined with colorful buildings, including a whiskey lounge and a furniture store.
Dartmouth
Known for Shopping, Ports and Lakes
Get away to Dartmouth! Enjoy the lake views, sunsets and live music.

Reasons to visit

  • Dartmouth Crossing
  • Shubie Park
  • Angus L. Macdonald Bridge
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A colorful waterfront town with a family restaurant, a Grand Baker Seafood restaurant, and a dock with a boat named Cape Islander.
Lunenburg
Known for Ports, Walking and Historical
Trip time! Discover the history, sightseeing and culture in Lunenburg.

Reasons to visit

  • Bluenose II
  • Lunenburg Waterfront
  • St John's Anglican Church
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A row of two-story houses with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
Sydney
Known for Friendly people, Dining and Walking
Love dining, sightseeing and casinos? Get away to Sydney!

Reasons to visit

  • World's Largest Fiddle
  • Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science
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A street with cars parked on the side, a red building with a sign that says "Cafe", and a blue umbrella.
Baddeck
Known for Hiking, Lakes and Scenery
Escape to relaxing Baddeck! Enjoy its hiking, lake views and bars.

Reasons to visit

  • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
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A street with a yellow storefront, a blue awning, and a brick building.
Truro
Known for Friendly people, Gardens and Biking
Get away to Truro! Enjoy the natural setting, gardens and riverfront.

Reasons to visit

  • Victoria Park
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A bustling waterfront promenade with a pier, a tall ship, and various shops including a pizza restaurant.

Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk

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After visiting Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Halifax. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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