Things to do in Nova Scotia
Activities, attractions and tours
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Most popular experiences in Nova Scotia
Tours & day trips
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Best of Halifax Tour + Peggy's Cove
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Sydney Cape Breton Self-Guided Walking Tour and Scavenger Hunt
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Halifax Harbour Hopper Tour
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Halifax Walking Food Tour
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Highlands National Park: Cabot Trail Tour/ 5min Cable Ferry
What to do in Nova Scotia
Popular places to visit
Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
Browse personal items that survived the Titanic, enjoy dinner with a sea view and shop in the lively market along this scenic walkway.
Cape Breton Highlands National Park
Hike through forests, go looking for dolphins and whales and swim in freshwater lakes at this spectacular park in the north of Cape Breton Island.
Fortress Louisbourg National Historic Site
Experience the life of an 18th-century fortress, learn about colonial battles and meet characters from a bygone era at this open-air museum.
St. Mary's University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at St. Mary's University during your visit to Halifax. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.
Skyline Trail
Explore the great outdoors at Skyline Trail, a lovely green space in Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Amble around the area's riverfront, or seek out its hiking trails.
Dartmouth Crossing
During your visit to Dartmouth, you can do some window-shopping at Dartmouth Crossing. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
Bayers Lake Business Park
Bayers Lake Business Park is just one of the places to see in Halifax, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in North Sydney with a trip to Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal. Stroll along the waterfront in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Dalhousie University
Explore the campus of Dalhousie University during your stay in Halifax. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Areas of Nova Scotia
Downtown Halifax
A noteworthy feature of Downtown Halifax is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out OneLight Theatre and Neptune Theatre.
South End
South End is beloved for its captivating waterfront views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Nova Scotia Archives and Rebecca Cohn Auditorium.
North End
You'll enjoy the bars and live music in North End. You might want to make time for a stop at Emera Oval or Cornwallis Street Baptist Church.
Fairmount
While there might not be top attractions in Fairmount, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Chocolate Lake Beach and Halifax Shopping Centre.
Downtown Dartmouth
If you're spending some time in Downtown Dartmouth, Royal Canadian Legion Military Museum and Alderney Landing are top sights worth seeing.
Harbourview
While Harbourview isn't home to many top sights, Dartmouth Sportsplex and Angus L. Macdonald Bridge are some notable places to visit nearby.