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Make the most of the season and hit the road for a last-minute summer getaway in Nova Scotia.

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Must-do Activities in Yarmouth & Area

Experience 350 years of Acadian culture at Le Village historique acadien de la Nouvelle-Écosse. Savour home-cooked Acadian cuisine, hear the Acadian dialect, and learn about fishing and farming traditions at this early-1900s seaside village. Discover Acadian heritage as you meet costumed interpreters on this beautiful 17-acre site overlooking Pubnico Harbour.

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A person standing with their arms outstretched to their sides as they stand next to the Peggy's Cove Lighthouse at sunrise in Peggy's Cove in Nova Scotia

This region is home to some of our most scenic coastal vistas and historic attractions. Explore our coast and get acquainted with the classic South Shore experience.

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A person sitting at the top of Franey Mountain to catch the epic summer sunrise on the Franey Trail in Ingonish on the Cabot Trail in the Bape Breton Highlands National Park in Nova Scotia.

There are so many reasons to visit Nova Scotia, one for every letter of the alphabet, in fact! Check out these 26+ reasons to visit and things to do below to help you plan your next trip.

Located across the province, Nova Scotia Museum sites work to share the stories of what has formed the Nova Scotia that we know today and where we are going in the future. Take time to visit this summer, you’ll probably learn something new and have a little fun along the way!

Buskers performing before crowds on the Halifax Waterfront at sunset

If you’re planning on travelling to or within Nova Scotia in 2026, be sure to check the calendar for the exciting events happening across the province.

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Two people hiking high up on the Aspy Trail with mountains behind them in full fall colours of golds, reds and amber hues in Cape Breton's Autumn season in Nova Scotia

Summer may be over but there is still plenty to do in Nova Scotia. From wine tasting to leaf peeping, comfortable sweater weather creates the perfect conditions for exploring your way around Nova Scotia. Here are six ideas to get you started on planning your fall adventures in Nova Scotia!

From lobster rolls and light shows to local shopping, ice sculpting, ice wine, nighttime winter markets with live entertainment and delicious dining experiences, there are plenty of reasons to get out and about in Nova Scotia this winter!

It’s not hard to see why the Halifax Waterfront is Nova Scotia’s most visited attraction. From tasty restaurants to one-of-a-kind shops, tours, art and more, check out the must-see Waterfront stops you need to see on your next vacation!

A group of people on a winery tour in Nova Scotia listen to their tour guide talk about the award winning wine industry here.

From beaches and boats to festivals and food, discover all the quintessential Nova Scotia activities you won’t want to miss this summer.

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