Argyle and Area - Tourism Nova Scotia

Learn More About Argyle & Area

Vibrant Acadian culture, picturesque fishing villages, a designated dark sky, and fresh Nova Scotia seafood await in Argyle and area. With over 60% of the population speaking both French and English, this area is one of the most bilingual regions in Canada.

Experience Acadian culture and cuisine, while learning about its storied past and present at Le Village historique acadien de la Nouvelle Écosse. Discover the historic Tusket Islands and their offshore fishing settlements with Tusket Island Tours. Savour authentic Acadian dishes, such as rappie pie, fricot, and haddock with creamed lobster at restaurants and cafés in the area.

For star gazers, the area’s beauty can also be seen at night. Part of the Acadian Skies & Mi’kmaq Lands Starlight Reserve, the area is the first destination in North America to receive a Starlight certification and one of only four places in the world to receive both Reserve and Destination designations by the Starlight Foundation, an organization supported by UNESCO.

Don't Miss Activities in Argyle & Area

Le village historique acadien de la Nouvelle-Écosse

Experience Acadian culture and heritage at this early 1900s living history village, situated on a beautiful 17-acre site overlooking Pubnico Harbour.
Explore historic buildings and interact with costumed interpreters, while learning about traditional fishing and farming techniques.
Savour house-made Acadian cuisine, like fricot and seafood chowder in the onsite café.
Pick up locally made arts and crafts at the onsite gift shop.

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Tusket Island Tours

Join local fishermen on a guided boat tour of the historic and storied Tusket Islands.
Learn about the local lobster fishery and how to haul a lobster trap.
Savour traditional seafood chowder at a private island shanty, while enjoying live Acadian music played by your guides.
Take part in a deep sea fishing charter to catch cod and haddock.

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Lobster Bay Culinary Experience

Experience an authentic lobster boil on the shoreline of Lobster Bay.
Help build the beachside bonfire to boil your own lobster before enjoying a chef-prepared dinner on the beach.
Make it an overnight getaway with a stay at Argyler Lodge.

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A museum interpreter points to a display about Acadian culture as two museum guests look on.

Musée des Acadiens des Pubnicos

Discover the oldest Acadian region still inhabited by descendants of the founders.
Hear local stories and insights from museum staff and costumed interpreters.
Take part in hands-on activities, such as knot tying.
Explore your family’s Acadian genealogy in Les Archives Pere Clarence d’Entremont Research Centre.

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Deep Sky Eye Observatory & Sky Bubbles

Experience the designated dark skies of the Acadian Skies & Mi’kmaq Lands Starlight Reserve.
Discover galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, planets, and the moon during a guided night sky viewing.
Sleep under the beauty of the night sky and explore the cosmos from the comfort of your bed in a heated Sky Bubble with 11-foot clear vinyl ceiling.

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