Manjyot's Guidebook

Sightseeing

Halifax Waterfront

The Halifax Waterfront is a bustling hotspot in the city. With one of the world’s longest urban boardwalks spanning the length of the waterfront for 4 kilometres (2.5 miles), from Pier 21 at the Halifax Seaport to Casino Nova Scotia it is easy to spend a day exploring here. Georges Island National Historic Site:- Situated in the middle of the Halifax Harbour, this island was only opened to the public in 2020. Travel by boat to this mysterious national historic site and take a guided tour of historic tunnels, enjoy scenic views of Halifax and learn about the future of the island. Breakfast at the Halifax Seaport Market: - Start your day off with breakfast at the oldest continuously operating farmers’ market in North America. Now at Pavillion 22 on Saturdays and Sundays, pick up Nova Scotia–grown fruits and vegetables, wine, beer, spirits, baked treats, and carefully crafted artisanal goods. Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 and Maritime Museum of the Atlantic: - Journey into Canada's and Nova Scotia's past at two waterfront museums. The Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 celebrates Canadian immigration stories from past to present day. The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic is Canada’s largest and oldest maritime museum, showcasing thousands of artifacts, including those relating to the Titanic disaster. Waterfront dining: - Getting hungry? Plan to stop by Salt Yard Social, The Bicycle Thief, Stubborn Goat Beer Garden, Waterfront Warehouse, Pickford and Black, or Salty’s, to sample a local brew and enjoy a tasty lunch—waterfront views are included for free! Halifax on two wheels: - Explore the city independently on a bicycle or e-bike rented from I Heart Bikes or cruise along on a two- or four-hour guided tour highlighting the best in Halifax. You can also rent a bike and head out of town for a self-guided adventure on all variety of multi-use trails. Seaside Shopping: - Visit unique shops along the boardwalk like East Coast Lifestyle, Peace by Chocolate, Sugah! Confectionery, Amos Pewter, The Shops at Bishop's Landing and The Salt Yard to find a perfect souvenir from your trip Queen's Marque District: - Queen's Marque on the Halifax Waterfront is one of the city's newest and most architecturally unique structures. Featuring Atlantic Canada's first luxury boutique hotel, the Muir Hotel, acclaimed restaurant Drift, art installations, and shopping, it's a must-experience! Photos on the Ferry: - One of the most unique and fun ways to capture a photo of the Halifax waterfront is from the top deck of a harbour ferry. For $2.75 one way (be sure grab a transfer slip at the ferry terminal when you pay at the Transit booth and make it a return trip if you ride back within 90 minutes) you can cross the harbour from Halifax to Dartmouth and snap the perfect pic of the Halifax skyline along the way. The ferries run all day and into the evening making this the perfect way to capture a beautiful sunset over the city. Discover Downtown Dartmouth: - When the ferry arrives in Dartmouth at Alderney Landing, you are within minutes of a waterfront boardwalk stroll, numerous restaurants including The Canteen, Battery Park, Humble Pie, a cidery, two breweries (Brightwood Brewery and New Scotland Brewing Co), local shops and galleries, and on Saturday mornings, the weekly, year-round Alderney Landing Farmers' Market is located next to the entrance/exit to the ferry terminal within Alderney Landing.

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Halifax Waterfront

Lower Water Street

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The Halifax Waterfront is a bustling hotspot in the city. With one of the world’s longest urban boardwalks spanning the length of the waterfront for 4 kilometres (2.5 miles), from Pier 21 at the Halifax Seaport to Casino Nova Scotia it is easy to spend a day exploring here. Georges Island National Historic Site:- Situated in the middle of the Halifax Harbour, this island was only opened to the public in 2020. Travel by boat to this mysterious national historic site and take a guided tour of historic tunnels, enjoy scenic views of Halifax and learn about the future of the island. Breakfast at the Halifax Seaport Market: - Start your day off with breakfast at the oldest continuously operating farmers’ market in North America. Now at Pavillion 22 on Saturdays and Sundays, pick up Nova Scotia–grown fruits and vegetables, wine, beer, spirits, baked treats, and carefully crafted artisanal goods. Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 and Maritime Museum of the Atlantic: - Journey into Canada's and Nova Scotia's past at two waterfront museums. The Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 celebrates Canadian immigration stories from past to present day. The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic is Canada’s largest and oldest maritime museum, showcasing thousands of artifacts, including those relating to the Titanic disaster. Waterfront dining: - Getting hungry? Plan to stop by Salt Yard Social, The Bicycle Thief, Stubborn Goat Beer Garden, Waterfront Warehouse, Pickford and Black, or Salty’s, to sample a local brew and enjoy a tasty lunch—waterfront views are included for free! Halifax on two wheels: - Explore the city independently on a bicycle or e-bike rented from I Heart Bikes or cruise along on a two- or four-hour guided tour highlighting the best in Halifax. You can also rent a bike and head out of town for a self-guided adventure on all variety of multi-use trails. Seaside Shopping: - Visit unique shops along the boardwalk like East Coast Lifestyle, Peace by Chocolate, Sugah! Confectionery, Amos Pewter, The Shops at Bishop's Landing and The Salt Yard to find a perfect souvenir from your trip Queen's Marque District: - Queen's Marque on the Halifax Waterfront is one of the city's newest and most architecturally unique structures. Featuring Atlantic Canada's first luxury boutique hotel, the Muir Hotel, acclaimed restaurant Drift, art installations, and shopping, it's a must-experience! Photos on the Ferry: - One of the most unique and fun ways to capture a photo of the Halifax waterfront is from the top deck of a harbour ferry. For $2.75 one way (be sure grab a transfer slip at the ferry terminal when you pay at the Transit booth and make it a return trip if you ride back within 90 minutes) you can cross the harbour from Halifax to Dartmouth and snap the perfect pic of the Halifax skyline along the way. The ferries run all day and into the evening making this the perfect way to capture a beautiful sunset over the city. Discover Downtown Dartmouth: - When the ferry arrives in Dartmouth at Alderney Landing, you are within minutes of a waterfront boardwalk stroll, numerous restaurants including The Canteen, Battery Park, Humble Pie, a cidery, two breweries (Brightwood Brewery and New Scotland Brewing Co), local shops and galleries, and on Saturday mornings, the weekly, year-round Alderney Landing Farmers' Market is located next to the entrance/exit to the ferry terminal within Alderney Landing.

Art Gallery of Nova Scotia

The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia is the largest art museum in Atlantic Canada and an anchor of Nova Scotia’s cultural tourism. With locations in downtown Halifax and Yarmouth, the Gallery is home to iconic artworks that reflect Nova Scotia’s culture to the world, as well as a showcase for temporary exhibitions that highlight the art of this region and this country The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia holds the Province’s art collection, with over 18,000 artworks. Host to numerous exhibitions and events annually, and a wide range of exhibitions and programming, the Gallery is a hub of cultural activity in our community.

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Art Gallery of Nova Scotia

1723 Hollis St

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The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia is the largest art museum in Atlantic Canada and an anchor of Nova Scotia’s cultural tourism. With locations in downtown Halifax and Yarmouth, the Gallery is home to iconic artworks that reflect Nova Scotia’s culture to the world, as well as a showcase for temporary exhibitions that highlight the art of this region and this country The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia holds the Province’s art collection, with over 18,000 artworks. Host to numerous exhibitions and events annually, and a wide range of exhibitions and programming, the Gallery is a hub of cultural activity in our community.

Maritimt Museum i Atlanterhavet

Located in the heart of Halifax’s historic waterfront, there’s no better place to get immersed in Nova Scotia’s rich maritime heritage than the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. Visit Canada's largest and oldest maritime museum and discover the stories, people and events that shape this province and its connections with the sea.

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Maritimt Museum i Atlanterhavet

1675 Lower Water St

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Located in the heart of Halifax’s historic waterfront, there’s no better place to get immersed in Nova Scotia’s rich maritime heritage than the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. Visit Canada's largest and oldest maritime museum and discover the stories, people and events that shape this province and its connections with the sea.

Peggys Cove

Nova Scotia is home to over 160 historic lighthouses and these majestic beacons can be found throughout the province. Some of our lighthouses are world famous! Peggy's Cove Lighthouse, also known as Peggy's Point Lighthouse, is one of Nova Scotia’s most well-known lighthouses and may be the most photographed in Canada. Located in the quaint fishing village of Peggy’s Cove along the South Shore, Peggy’s Point Lighthouse was built in 1915. Peggy’s Cove is famed for its picturesque and typically East-Coast profile, with houses perched along a narrow inlet and on wave-washed boulders facing the Atlantic. Although this unique environment has been designated a preservation area, it is still an active fishing community.

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Peggys Cove

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Nova Scotia is home to over 160 historic lighthouses and these majestic beacons can be found throughout the province. Some of our lighthouses are world famous! Peggy's Cove Lighthouse, also known as Peggy's Point Lighthouse, is one of Nova Scotia’s most well-known lighthouses and may be the most photographed in Canada. Located in the quaint fishing village of Peggy’s Cove along the South Shore, Peggy’s Point Lighthouse was built in 1915. Peggy’s Cove is famed for its picturesque and typically East-Coast profile, with houses perched along a narrow inlet and on wave-washed boulders facing the Atlantic. Although this unique environment has been designated a preservation area, it is still an active fishing community.

Oaklawn Farm Zoo

Oaklawn Farm Zoo offers a traditional family farm-like setting, along with a mix of exotic, endangered and rescued animals. A fun adventure for all ages. Stroll around the 50 acre habitat and gardens while interacting with a wide variety of mammals, birds and reptiles. From lions to lemurs, peacocks to pythons or goats to gibbons, you're sure to find the animal in you! Other features include a picnic area, gift shop and canteen.

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Oaklawn Farm Zoo

1007 Ward Rd

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Oaklawn Farm Zoo offers a traditional family farm-like setting, along with a mix of exotic, endangered and rescued animals. A fun adventure for all ages. Stroll around the 50 acre habitat and gardens while interacting with a wide variety of mammals, birds and reptiles. From lions to lemurs, peacocks to pythons or goats to gibbons, you're sure to find the animal in you! Other features include a picnic area, gift shop and canteen.

Kejimkujik National Park Visitors Center

Explore the vast 381 square kilometres of this national park. Discover a variety of wildlife in the park’s lush woodlands and gently rolling landscapes. Take guided hiking and canoe tours along historic Mi’kmaq routes. Camp at sites serviced with electricity and near bathrooms, or at backcountry sites lit only by the stars.

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Kejimkujik National Park Visitors Center

3005 Kejimkujik Main Parkway

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Explore the vast 381 square kilometres of this national park. Discover a variety of wildlife in the park’s lush woodlands and gently rolling landscapes. Take guided hiking and canoe tours along historic Mi’kmaq routes. Camp at sites serviced with electricity and near bathrooms, or at backcountry sites lit only by the stars.

Cape Split Trailhead

Cape Split Trail is a well-maintained loop with several established lookoffs over the Minas Basin and Scots Bay. The iconic Cape Split Lookoff provides breathtaking scenery over the world-renowned Bay of Fundy. Cape Split is located on unceded and traditional Mi’kmaq territory.

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Cape Split Trailhead

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Cape Split Trail is a well-maintained loop with several established lookoffs over the Minas Basin and Scots Bay. The iconic Cape Split Lookoff provides breathtaking scenery over the world-renowned Bay of Fundy. Cape Split is located on unceded and traditional Mi’kmaq territory.

Pleasant Bay Whale Watching

Cruise in a 13-metre (42-foot) research vessel, The Double Hookup, partly covered and with a washroom, or in a 12-passenger Zodiac. Learn about wildlife and local settlements from experienced guides. Hear the whales’ magical songs with an underwater microphone.

Pleasant Bay Whale Watching

Cruise in a 13-metre (42-foot) research vessel, The Double Hookup, partly covered and with a washroom, or in a 12-passenger Zodiac. Learn about wildlife and local settlements from experienced guides. Hear the whales’ magical songs with an underwater microphone.

Point Pleasant Park

Point Pleasant Park situated in the south end of the Halifax peninsula is a historic 75-hectare wooded park crisscrossed with 39 km of easy winding trails and wide paths, many wheelchair-accessible. Visitors can experience preserved ruins of early fortifications, coastal ecosystems, as well as cultural resources. Halifax rents the site from the British Government for 1 shilling (about 10 cents) a year, with a 999-year lease. At the western entrance, Tower Road at Point Pleasant Drive, a large map shows all walkways and points of interest, including a Martello Tower and the ruins of several forts. Other park features include a beach for swimming (unsupervised), off-leash dog walking areas, and washroom facilities. The park can be booked for weddings and special events.

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Point Pleasant Park

5530 Point Pleasant Dr

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Point Pleasant Park situated in the south end of the Halifax peninsula is a historic 75-hectare wooded park crisscrossed with 39 km of easy winding trails and wide paths, many wheelchair-accessible. Visitors can experience preserved ruins of early fortifications, coastal ecosystems, as well as cultural resources. Halifax rents the site from the British Government for 1 shilling (about 10 cents) a year, with a 999-year lease. At the western entrance, Tower Road at Point Pleasant Drive, a large map shows all walkways and points of interest, including a Martello Tower and the ruins of several forts. Other park features include a beach for swimming (unsupervised), off-leash dog walking areas, and washroom facilities. The park can be booked for weddings and special events.

Cabot Trail

Experience the natural beauty of the Cape Breton Highlands as you drive the famous Cabot Trail. This 298 km (186 mi) highway weaves through The Cape Breton Highlands National Park, rewarding travellers with spectacular valley and coastal views all along the way. Looking for more ways to explore? Hike and camp within the Cape Breton Highlands National Park, play a round of golf at Highlands Links, peruse artisan shops along the trail, or book your spot on a sea kayaking, cycling, or whale watching tour. In the winter months, downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, winter hiking, snowmobiling and more will continue to bring you back to experience adventures around the Cabot Trail.

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Cabot Trail

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Experience the natural beauty of the Cape Breton Highlands as you drive the famous Cabot Trail. This 298 km (186 mi) highway weaves through The Cape Breton Highlands National Park, rewarding travellers with spectacular valley and coastal views all along the way. Looking for more ways to explore? Hike and camp within the Cape Breton Highlands National Park, play a round of golf at Highlands Links, peruse artisan shops along the trail, or book your spot on a sea kayaking, cycling, or whale watching tour. In the winter months, downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, winter hiking, snowmobiling and more will continue to bring you back to experience adventures around the Cabot Trail.

Halifax Citadel National Historic Site of Canada

It’s not an exaggeration to say Halifax, a city on the sea, owes its existence to the Citadel. It was the large hill overlooking the easily defended harbour below that led the British military to found the town there in 1749. Among the first buildings constructed was a wooden guardhouse on top of what would eventually be called Citadel Hill, with Halifax’s first settlers building their homes at the base of the hill, closer to the water. Over the years, as the fort grew, so too did the town, with much of Halifax dedicated to supplying the soldiers with both essential supplies and off-duty entertainment.

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Halifax Citadel National Historic Site of Canada

5425 Sackville St

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It’s not an exaggeration to say Halifax, a city on the sea, owes its existence to the Citadel. It was the large hill overlooking the easily defended harbour below that led the British military to found the town there in 1749. Among the first buildings constructed was a wooden guardhouse on top of what would eventually be called Citadel Hill, with Halifax’s first settlers building their homes at the base of the hill, closer to the water. Over the years, as the fort grew, so too did the town, with much of Halifax dedicated to supplying the soldiers with both essential supplies and off-duty entertainment.

Canadisk Museum for Immigration på Pier 21

Countless journeys. One Canada. The Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 shares the ongoing story of immigration to Canada from coast to coast to coast, past and present. For some of us, our ancestors paved the way. For others, a more recent voyage brought us here. At the Museum, you will experience the moving journeys that many families took to start a new life in Canada. Step into the past and experience what it was like for nearly one million immigrants between 1928 and 1971 in the Pier 21 Story exhibition. Explore 400 years of immigration history and newcomer’s contributions and impressions in the Canadian Immigration Hall. Discover the family history of one in five Canadians, perhaps even yours, at Canada’s last standing ocean immigration terminal.

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Canadisk Museum for Immigration på Pier 21

1055 Marginal Rd

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Countless journeys. One Canada. The Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 shares the ongoing story of immigration to Canada from coast to coast to coast, past and present. For some of us, our ancestors paved the way. For others, a more recent voyage brought us here. At the Museum, you will experience the moving journeys that many families took to start a new life in Canada. Step into the past and experience what it was like for nearly one million immigrants between 1928 and 1971 in the Pier 21 Story exhibition. Explore 400 years of immigration history and newcomer’s contributions and impressions in the Canadian Immigration Hall. Discover the family history of one in five Canadians, perhaps even yours, at Canada’s last standing ocean immigration terminal.

Halifax Public Gardens

Located in the heart of the city, the Halifax Public Gardens is one of the finest surviving examples of a Victorian Garden in North America. Stroll the Gardens’ many pathways as you take in 16 acres of tranquil beauty. With tropical displays, ornately planted annual flower beds, and heritage trees, this historic garden ensures there is always something of interest to see. The gardens offer an array of colour, from spring blooms of daffodils, tulips, and rhododendrons, to summertime’s colourful annuals, fragrant roses, a dazzling dahlia display and finally, autumn’s brilliant show of fall foliage. A large, ornate bandstand, located in the center of the gardens, is host to free Sunday afternoon concerts during the summer months. Griffin’s pond is a prominent feature and is frequented by ducks, turtles, osprey and blue heron. There is a family lawn area where people are invited to picnic and play. First established as the original garden space for the NS Horticultural Society in 1836, the Gardens grew to its present size and layout in 1875 through the work of original superintendent Richard Power. Recognized as a National Historic Site in 1984, the Halifax Public Gardens is a true gem loved by locals and visitors alike.

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Halifax Public Gardens

Summer Street

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Located in the heart of the city, the Halifax Public Gardens is one of the finest surviving examples of a Victorian Garden in North America. Stroll the Gardens’ many pathways as you take in 16 acres of tranquil beauty. With tropical displays, ornately planted annual flower beds, and heritage trees, this historic garden ensures there is always something of interest to see. The gardens offer an array of colour, from spring blooms of daffodils, tulips, and rhododendrons, to summertime’s colourful annuals, fragrant roses, a dazzling dahlia display and finally, autumn’s brilliant show of fall foliage. A large, ornate bandstand, located in the center of the gardens, is host to free Sunday afternoon concerts during the summer months. Griffin’s pond is a prominent feature and is frequented by ducks, turtles, osprey and blue heron. There is a family lawn area where people are invited to picnic and play. First established as the original garden space for the NS Horticultural Society in 1836, the Gardens grew to its present size and layout in 1875 through the work of original superintendent Richard Power. Recognized as a National Historic Site in 1984, the Halifax Public Gardens is a true gem loved by locals and visitors alike.

Province House

Opened in 1819, Province House is Canada’s oldest legislative building and is home to Canada’s first elected House of Assembly. As both a National and a Provincial Historic Site, the building has two distinct styles of architecture: Regency and Victorian. Visitors are welcome to explore history, art, and architecture during their visits.

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Province House

1726 Hollis St

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Opened in 1819, Province House is Canada’s oldest legislative building and is home to Canada’s first elected House of Assembly. As both a National and a Provincial Historic Site, the building has two distinct styles of architecture: Regency and Victorian. Visitors are welcome to explore history, art, and architecture during their visits.

Quaker House

One of the oldest buildings in Dartmouth, Quaker House (c. 1785) is associated with the Nantucket Quaker Whalers who were in the city from 1785-1792. Quaker House has been restored and furnished to reflect this period. Visitors will learn the history of Nova Scotia’s Quaker settlers when visiting this interpreted historic house. Guided tours are available during the summer months from costumed heritage interpreters. Enjoy a stroll through our fully researched and interpreted heritage garden which is available on the museum grounds. Quaker House is operated by the Dartmouth Heritage Museum. One of Nova Scotia’s 10 living history sites.

Quaker House

57 Ochterloney St

One of the oldest buildings in Dartmouth, Quaker House (c. 1785) is associated with the Nantucket Quaker Whalers who were in the city from 1785-1792. Quaker House has been restored and furnished to reflect this period. Visitors will learn the history of Nova Scotia’s Quaker settlers when visiting this interpreted historic house. Guided tours are available during the summer months from costumed heritage interpreters. Enjoy a stroll through our fully researched and interpreted heritage garden which is available on the museum grounds. Quaker House is operated by the Dartmouth Heritage Museum. One of Nova Scotia’s 10 living history sites.

McNabs Island

McNabs Island offers over 22 km (14 mi) of hiking trails, a variety of forested and coastal settings, historic sites, and interpretive panels. There are limited day-use facilities and services on McNabs Island; vault toilets are located at Ives Cove, Back Cove, Garrison Pier, Tea House, and Garrison Road. There is no drinking water available. Military and history buffs, birders and hikers will be enthralled with this park’s intriguing past and beautiful natural surroundings so close to downtown Halifax. Fort McNab, a national historic site, is situated on McNabs Island. Lawlor Island is intended as a natural area and is not open to the public. McNabs Island is accessible by commercial or private boat from Halifax, Dartmouth, Eastern Passage and Purcells Cove.

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McNabs Island

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McNabs Island offers over 22 km (14 mi) of hiking trails, a variety of forested and coastal settings, historic sites, and interpretive panels. There are limited day-use facilities and services on McNabs Island; vault toilets are located at Ives Cove, Back Cove, Garrison Pier, Tea House, and Garrison Road. There is no drinking water available. Military and history buffs, birders and hikers will be enthralled with this park’s intriguing past and beautiful natural surroundings so close to downtown Halifax. Fort McNab, a national historic site, is situated on McNabs Island. Lawlor Island is intended as a natural area and is not open to the public. McNabs Island is accessible by commercial or private boat from Halifax, Dartmouth, Eastern Passage and Purcells Cove.

Rainbow Haven Beach

Rainbow Haven is located 8 km (5 mi) east of Quigley’s Corner near Cole Harbour in the Halifax Metro region. This large sand-and-cobble beach has boardwalks, change houses, and showers. Supervised swimming July and August and is part of the larger Cole Harbour-Lawrencetown Provincial Park.

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Rainbow Haven Beach

Cow Bay Rd

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Rainbow Haven is located 8 km (5 mi) east of Quigley’s Corner near Cole Harbour in the Halifax Metro region. This large sand-and-cobble beach has boardwalks, change houses, and showers. Supervised swimming July and August and is part of the larger Cole Harbour-Lawrencetown Provincial Park.

Shearwater Aviation Museum

Shearwater Aviation Museum is located at 12 Wing Shearwater in Shearwater, Nova Scotia. The museum acquires, conserves, organizes, researches and interprets to CF personnel and the public-at-large for their study, education and enjoyment, artifacts and documents which exemplify the history of Canadian Maritime Military Aviation. A number of permanent exhibits are featured at the museum with maritime aviation and naval history being a key theme. Included is an exhibit about Lt. Hampton Gray, VC and the HMCS Bonaventure, Canada’s last aircraft carrier. The exhibit includes a reconstruction of the briefing room aboard the aircraft carrier, complete with original seats. Museum chronicles the history of Canadian Maritime military aviation from 1918, and features an airworthy Fairey Swordfish bi-plane, 2 CH124 Sea King helicopters and 14 other aircraft. Art gallery, theatre, flight simulator. Shearwater Aviation Park is located across Bonaventure Street from the museum. Free parking and bicycle racks available. Admission is free, donations accepted.

Shearwater Aviation Museum

34 Bonaventure St

Shearwater Aviation Museum is located at 12 Wing Shearwater in Shearwater, Nova Scotia. The museum acquires, conserves, organizes, researches and interprets to CF personnel and the public-at-large for their study, education and enjoyment, artifacts and documents which exemplify the history of Canadian Maritime Military Aviation. A number of permanent exhibits are featured at the museum with maritime aviation and naval history being a key theme. Included is an exhibit about Lt. Hampton Gray, VC and the HMCS Bonaventure, Canada’s last aircraft carrier. The exhibit includes a reconstruction of the briefing room aboard the aircraft carrier, complete with original seats. Museum chronicles the history of Canadian Maritime military aviation from 1918, and features an airworthy Fairey Swordfish bi-plane, 2 CH124 Sea King helicopters and 14 other aircraft. Art gallery, theatre, flight simulator. Shearwater Aviation Park is located across Bonaventure Street from the museum. Free parking and bicycle racks available. Admission is free, donations accepted.

Cape Breton Highlands National Park Of Canada

The world-famous Cabot Trail weaves through 950 km2 (366 sq. mi.) of magnificent highlands and coastal wilderness in northern Cape Breton. The park offers 26 hiking trails (from easy strolls to challenging climbs), camping for families and adventurers alike, world-class golf and cycling, incredible wildlife, relaxing beaches, breathtaking look-offs, and more. Bordered by the Gulf of Saint Lawrence and the Atlantic Ocean, you are never far from a delicious feast of lobster, fresh from the sea around you. A park pass is required for use of all services and facilities in the national park, including campgrounds, the Highlands Links Golf Course, and the Keltic Lodge at the Highlands. Revenues are used to maintain and improve park services. You can purchase a park pass at one of our roadside kiosks or visitor centres.

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Cape Breton Highlands National Park Of Canada

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The world-famous Cabot Trail weaves through 950 km2 (366 sq. mi.) of magnificent highlands and coastal wilderness in northern Cape Breton. The park offers 26 hiking trails (from easy strolls to challenging climbs), camping for families and adventurers alike, world-class golf and cycling, incredible wildlife, relaxing beaches, breathtaking look-offs, and more. Bordered by the Gulf of Saint Lawrence and the Atlantic Ocean, you are never far from a delicious feast of lobster, fresh from the sea around you. A park pass is required for use of all services and facilities in the national park, including campgrounds, the Highlands Links Golf Course, and the Keltic Lodge at the Highlands. Revenues are used to maintain and improve park services. You can purchase a park pass at one of our roadside kiosks or visitor centres.

Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site

The Fortress of Louisburg National Historic Site is a living history museum, which recreates mid-18th century fort life with more than forty historic buildings, costumed guides, and working establishments. Rebuilt on the site of a 1713 French fort, enormous defensive walls surround the town, some of which were up to 35 feet thick when constructed. The reconstructed site is now filled with a cast of costumed interpreters who go about daily life, from domestic to military. Visitors can watch servants cook and taste authentic hot chocolate and fresh baked bread, see the merchants hawk their wares, and feel the ground shake as soldiers fire the cannon and their muskets. Tourists looking for a more immersive experience can choose to spend the night here in a reproduction tent or period home - a truly unique experience for couples looking for a memorable romantic getaway.

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Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site

259 Park Service Road

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The Fortress of Louisburg National Historic Site is a living history museum, which recreates mid-18th century fort life with more than forty historic buildings, costumed guides, and working establishments. Rebuilt on the site of a 1713 French fort, enormous defensive walls surround the town, some of which were up to 35 feet thick when constructed. The reconstructed site is now filled with a cast of costumed interpreters who go about daily life, from domestic to military. Visitors can watch servants cook and taste authentic hot chocolate and fresh baked bread, see the merchants hawk their wares, and feel the ground shake as soldiers fire the cannon and their muskets. Tourists looking for a more immersive experience can choose to spend the night here in a reproduction tent or period home - a truly unique experience for couples looking for a memorable romantic getaway.

Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park

Located 40 kilometers from Halifax, Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park makes an excellent day trip. The park is spread over 40 hectares and is home to a wide variety of native and exotic animal species, including moose, foxes, beavers, wolves, black bears, and cougars. Visitors can interact with many of the park residents by feeding the animals grains provided in dispensers throughout the park.

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Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park

149 Creighton Rd

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Located 40 kilometers from Halifax, Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park makes an excellent day trip. The park is spread over 40 hectares and is home to a wide variety of native and exotic animal species, including moose, foxes, beavers, wolves, black bears, and cougars. Visitors can interact with many of the park residents by feeding the animals grains provided in dispensers throughout the park.

Grand Pre National Historic Site

Acadians settled in Grand Pre in the early 18th century, reclaiming Bay of Fundy salt marshes for agricultural land through a series of dykes. But as Nova Scotia changed hands between the French and British, it brought unrest to the region. When the French-speaking Acadians refused to swear allegiance to England in 1755, the British deported about 10,000 people and destroyed their farms.

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Grand Pre National Historic Site

2205 Grand Pré Rd

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Acadians settled in Grand Pre in the early 18th century, reclaiming Bay of Fundy salt marshes for agricultural land through a series of dykes. But as Nova Scotia changed hands between the French and British, it brought unrest to the region. When the French-speaking Acadians refused to swear allegiance to England in 1755, the British deported about 10,000 people and destroyed their farms.