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Discover Spring in Nova Scotia

Spring Fun is in Full Bloom

Patio season starts early in Nova Scotia as the weather begins to warm in early spring. If you’re looking to revitalize your senses, get outside, and shake off winter— Nova Scotia’s got you covered.

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Flourish on a Spring Getaway

Experience the excitement of spring in Nova Scotia. Explore the outdoors on a hike, savour lobster season on the Northumberland Shore, bike, horseback ride, and enjoy city streets while they’re abuzz with fresh energy. Stay at world-class accommodations and dine oceanside for a meal full of spring flavours and ocean views.

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The Greatest of Great Outdoors.

Experience Nova Scotia’s stunning and (sorry to brag) world famous parks and gardens.

Fancy a Garden Stroll?

Feel like you need to stop and smell the roses? You’re in luck. Be sure to visit our heritage gardens, rose gardens, a Victorian oasis in the heart of a city, and enjoy perfectly manicured green spaces.

Explore our gardens

Our Parks, Your Playground.

Nova Scotia’s parks are an outdoor enthusiast’s dream. Hike, bike, wander, and connect with nature in some of the most scenic parks in Canada. Explore untouched wilderness and seek adventure in a UNESCO Global Gelopark or stroll through a beginner’s trail. There’s something for everyone and for every skill level.

Explore our parks

Spring Events are a Ray of Sunshine

Fill up your calendar in Nova Scotia and enjoy some hilarious comedy, informative Indigenous exhibits, nights on the town, and so much more.

Packages for a Spring Awakening

Turn your cheek to the sun and enjoy the season with a perfect package. These curated experiences complete with accommodations, attractions, and activities are sure to leave you feeling renewed.

Food & Drink • Hands-on Learning

Flavours of Place

$65/Per Person

Enjoy a guided tasting of six handcrafted chocolates with your choice of beverage for a delicious journey through Nova Scotia's sweetest flavours.

  • Rousseau Chocolatier
  • Location An icon to show the location Halifax
  • Date An icon to show the date January 2, 2026 – December 19, 2026
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Food & Drink • Guided Tours • Outdoor Adventure

Maple Adventure: Jeep Tour & Taste

$150/Per Person

Sweeten up your Cabot Trail adventure with an exciting on/off-road Jeep tour of the Margaree Valley, with guided maple grove tour and syrup tasting.

  • Cape Breton Backcountry Adventures
  • Location An icon to show the location North East Margaree
  • Date An icon to show the date January 1, 2026 – April 30, 2026
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Food & Drink

Cheese, Chocolate, and Wine Tasting

$37.50/Starting Price • Per Person

Savour local flavours with a vineyard view during a guided cheese, chocolate, and wine tasting this winter at Planters Ridge Winery.

  • Planters Ridge Winery
  • Location An icon to show the location Port Williams
  • Date An icon to show the date January 2, 2026 – April 1, 2026
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Side by Side SXS UTV rental from Highland Powersport Rentals in Baddeck, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia Outdoor Adventure

Explore the Cape Breton Highlands with a Snowmobile or SXS UTV Rental

Explore the Cape Breton Highlands by snowmobile in the winter or year-round with a Side-by-Side UTV from Highland Powersport Rentals in Baddeck.

  • Highland Powersport Rentals
  • Location An icon to show the location Baddeck
  • Date An icon to show the date October 15, 2025 – October 14, 2026
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Food & Drink • Overnight Stay • Relaxation

Stay & Dine

$380 – $680/Per Couple

Enjoy a peaceful two-night nature escape with Seek Wilderness, paired with fine dining at Olive & Vine and a bottle of Nova Scotia red wine.

  • SEEK Wilderness Accommodations
  • Location An icon to show the location Truro
  • Date An icon to show the date January 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026
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Guided Tours • Hands-on Learning • Outdoor Adventure

Beachfront Stay & Clam Digging

$650/Per Couple

Dig into adventure on a 2-night beachfront escape, clam-digging by day, and the freshest seafood feast by night.

  • Seaside Cottages at Ginger Hill
  • Location An icon to show the location Lockeport
  • Date An icon to show the date February 1, 2026 – May 1, 2026
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Outdoor Adventure

Guided ATV and SXS Tours with Porters Peak

$159 – $199/Starting Price • Per Person

Get your adrenaline pumping on a high energy ATV or SXS guided tour on wooded and rugged trails near Halifax with Porters Peak Adventure Getaway!

  • Porters Peak Adventure Getaway
  • Location An icon to show the location Porter’s Lake
  • Date An icon to show the date October 15, 2025 – October 14, 2026
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A group fat biking on the sand near the water in Spencer's Island during the winter. Guided Tours • Outdoor Adventure

Bike the Fundy Coast Tour

$75/Per Person

Take in stunning Bay of Fundy views as you fat bike on the ocean floor, with an expert local guide, in the Cliffs of Fundy UNESCO Global Geopark!

  • Local Guy Adventures
  • Location An icon to show the location Spencer’s Island
  • Date An icon to show the date January 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026
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Let’s Plan Together!

Ready to start planning your Nova Scotia adventure? We’re here to help with the practical information you need, from logistics to packing lists!

Spring Getaway Inspo

Ride into spring with these scenic biking and hiking trips. Enjoy maple season, shopping trips, spring must-dos, all while watching nature blossom all along the coast.

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