Category: Touring

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.

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.

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!

Is there a best way to travel around the Cabot Trail? Clockwise or counter-clockwise? Read on to decide for yourself!

Vibrant culture, stunning landscapes, and fresh Nova Scotia seafood await in the charming coastal village of Pubnico.

Fisherman core may be a current trend online but it’s a way of life for many communities in Nova Scotia. From charming fishing villages rooted in maritime history to lighthouses well over 100 years old, Nova Scotia is the coastal destination of your dreams.

Nova Scotia is renowned for its rugged coastline, picturesque towns, and welcoming people. But it also boasts numerous unique luxury adventures, experiences, and products.

Check out these unique summer experiences to make your next visit to Nova Scotia even more memorable!

With four beautiful trails to travel, each loaded with picturesque towns and villages, beaches and hiking trails to explore, artists and artisans to discover, and top-notch eateries, breweries, cideries and more, the question is where to go first!

Whether you’re taking a day trip or a multi-day road trip to Peggy’s Cove, Mahone Bay, Lunenburg, Liverpool, Shelburne and places in between, there are plenty of wheelchair accessible places to stop for a meal, to shop, to stay overnight and to take in the sights at all along the way.