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Fundy Geological Museum

With dramatic coastlines, record-breaking tides, and rock layers that read like pages from Earth’s diary, Nova Scotia is a place where ancient history isn’t tucked behind glass, it’s right under your feet.

Couple walking on a beach

Nova Scotia is famous for our showstoppers like the Cabot Trail, Peggy’s Cove, lively waterfronts, and iconic coastal views. But beyond the bucket-list highlights lies another side of the province, one that’s quieter, slower, and deeply rewarding to explore. Quieter corners, winding back roads, and lesser-known trails where you can slow down and really soak it all in.

Peggy's Cove Lighthouse on a blue sunny day

Nova Scotia’s spectacular coastal scenery provides the perfect setting for the filming of romantic drama Sullivan’s Crossing.

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Three ATVs drive on a path through the woods along a river in Porters Lake, Nova Scotia

Did you know that Nova Scotia has over 8,000 km of ATV trails? ATV adventures are an exciting way to get off the beaten path and into the heart of the province’s wild, natural beauty.

The view of the Cabot Trail from behind the wheel of a car.

If you’re dreaming of the kind of road trip where every twist and turn comes with a view, where small towns feel like storybook settings, and where lighthouses, beaches, and seafood await around every corner – Nova Scotia is calling your name.

View of fog low in the valley around Ingonish as colourful wispy clouds catch the sun as it rises over the Atlantic Ocean as seen from the Franey Trail in the Cape Breton Highlands National Park in Nova Scotia.

From our tourism colleagues that greet travellers with their trip-planning questions by email, phone and in-person at our provincial visitor information centres, we’ve compiled a list of regularly asked questions – with our answers and recommendations – to help you ensure that you are prepared for your adventures in Nova Scotia!

A whale breaching the water

Nova Scotia is one of North America’s top whale watching destinations. From the stunning coastline of Cape Breton to the nutrient-rich waters of the Bay of Fundy, the province offers unforgettable opportunities to see whales in the wild.

Sunset at Rushtons Beach

Nova Scotia has food, accommodations, and activities for every taste. Take your pick to plan the perfect vacation this summer.

People dine at a table together with a tray of freshly cooked lobster in the foreground at Tidal Bore Rafting Resort in Shubenacadie Nova Scotia

Combine fresh local food, wine, and spirits with exciting adventure for unforgettable dining experiences that will leave you hungry for more.

People do yoga in front of Cape d'Or Lighthouse at sunset.

Nova Scotia is famous for its rugged coastline, rich maritime history, and of course, its stunning lighthouses. In fact, there are over 100 lighthouses listed by the Nova Scotia Lighthouse Preservation Society. Some are easy to visit, while others are no longer open to the public.

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