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The Top 20 Attractions in Nova Scotia

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Nova Scotia. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Nova Scotia is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: November 26, 2025

Peggy's Point Lighthouse

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The first lighthouse at Peggys Cove was built in 1868 and was a wooden house with a beacon on the roof. At sundown, the keeper lit a kerosene oil lamp …

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Mersey River

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Mersey River is named after the River Mersey in Liverpool, England. The river was a major transportation route for the Mi'kmaq people of Nova Scotia. The Miꞌkmaq are a First …

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Statue of Flora, Halifax Public Gardens

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Halifax Public Gardens are one of the finest surviving examples of a Victorian garden in North America. They were founded by the Nova Scotia Horticultural Society in 1836 and were recognized as a National Historic Site in 1984.

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Maritime Museum of the Atlantic

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Canada's oldest and largest maritime museum is nestled among the piers and boathouses of Halifax Harbor. The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic is a historic, educational and cultural landmark, as …

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Old-Growth Eastern Hemlock Tree

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Here you will find the oldest hemlock on the trail. As the information sign reveals, the age of this tree is estimated to be up to 400 years. To protect …

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Mahone Bay Town Center

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The small tranquil boat builder town of Mahone Bay in Nova Scotia is located on the bay of the same name and is known for its riverside three churches. But …

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Colourful Houses of Lunenburg

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Lunenburg is a beautiful city in Canada.

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St. John's Anglican Church, Lunenburg

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Interesting wooden church, you should install during his walk through the pretty town.

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Balancing Rock

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Located on Long Island, a Well-groomed 2.5-km trail and 235-step staircase lead to a platform with view of the Balancing Rock and St. Mary's Bay.

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Kejimkujik National Park Seaside

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This park is part of Kejimkujik National Park and is very well maintained. There are public toilets and well-developed paths. Current information, such as bear sightings and fire danger, as …

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The Top 20 Attractions in Nova Scotia

Peggy's Point Lighthouse

Mersey River

Statue of Flora, Halifax Public Gardens

Maritime Museum of the Atlantic

Old-Growth Eastern Hemlock Tree

Mahone Bay Town Center

Colourful Houses of Lunenburg

St. John's Anglican Church, Lunenburg

Balancing Rock

Kejimkujik National Park Seaside

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