Category: Things to Do
What people say: “Beautiful shop with beautiful handmade memories to bring home. Very happy to bring home a Celtic Cross that our family will be able to cherish for years
Cabotto Chocolates is an artisan chocolate shop & fine art gallery located on the world famous Cabot Trail. A visit to our Chocolate Shop brings delight in every corner! We
Expressions In Glass Glass Artisans Studio and Gallery is located on the Cabot Trail on beautiful Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia. Founded by Wendy Smith in 2004, Glass Artisans has
Wildfire Pottery is a pottery shop, and a used bookstore located on Cape Breton Island, in Nova Scotia, Canada. It is also a pinback button, fiddle playing, gift purveying kind
Occasionally tours are offered of the underground workings of the power plant. Wreck Cove is the largest and one of Nova Scotia Power’s more unique generating stations – the station’s
Tapestries and brocades are in abundance at Sew Inclined. Whether you are looking for jackets, vests, dresses, purses or hats, Sew Inclined will have something for you. Our contemporary and
Cape Smokey Provincial Park is on top of Smokey Mountain along the Cabot Trail on Cape Breton Island. With picnic tables and incredible look-off views, Cape Smokey is a popular
Beautiful coastal scenery and outdoor experiences invite you to spend the day on the doorstep of the Atlantic Ocean. Walk this shoreline steeped in 300 years of history or get
Dating to 1713, this fort is now known for its staged recreations of 18th-century life. A bustling community once called Louisbourg home. Explore the remnants of a short but eventful
Museum & former transmission towers of the first transatlantic wireless signal sent in 1902. Perched on a cliff, facing towards Europe, an imposing set of 200-foot towers and webs of
What people say: “This is one of my most favorite arts and gift store in all of Canada. Such a beautiful collection of artists from the province doing a variety
The only provincial park in Inverness County located on the Cabot Trail. A rock cairn dedicated to first Irish settlers in the area. Popular as a picnic/rest/viewing location. Phone: +18662301586
Some reviews: “A beautiful clearing with a view of three stunning steps of a waterfall. Very difficult hike, so pack light and bring water. Some areas are very steep, and
Live Life InTents is a unique adventure tourism company aimed at providing a turn-key adventure experience completely tailored to what you want to do – when you want to do
The Margaree Salmon Museum is dedicated to the material cultures and history of the sport fishery on the world renowned Margaree River, a designated Canadian Heritage River for he past
One of the most picturesque sandy beaches on Cape Breton Island (featured on the main page of capebretonisland.com) and is perfect for sunbathing, surfing, swimming, and more.
The oldest fish hatchery in Nova Scotia; produces over 250,000 Atlantic salmon and brook trout to support recreational fishing. Interpretive centre; outdoor ponds. In operation since 1902, the hatchery has
Award-winning museum in one of Cape Breton’s oldest ICR railway stations, dating from 1886: railway artifacts, stationmaster quarters, waiting rooms and office. Some rolling stock on site; Freight Shed-Gift Shop.
Situated on Cape Breton’s Bras D’Or Lakes, we are Nova Scotia’s northernmost estate winery. Eileanan Brèagha is Scottish Gaelic for “beautiful islands.” The vineyard was named in homage to the
At Dundee Resort & Golf Club, we are proud to be one of Cape Breton’s top family-friendly resorts. Nestled in a breathtaking location, our resort offers a beautiful golf course,
Your Gateway to the Bras d’Or Lakes The St. Peter’s Marina is located in the picturesque village of St. Peters at the southern entrance to the beautiful Bras d’Or Lakes. The St.
This traditional Mi’kmaq portage route between the Atlantic Ocean and Bras d’Or Lakes saw the rise and fall of a French trading post, settlement, and British hill-top fort. Today you
Birthplace of famed marine photographer Wallace R. MacAskill. Wooden building (c 1880) with turn-of-the-century furnishings, over 100 MacAskill photographs, and a large camera collection; features his life, career and sailing
Located on the west side of St. Peter’s Canal the Nicolas Denys Museum was built to commemorate the valiant efforts of the early settlers of the area in helping to
Day Use/Picnic Area Picnic tables, picnic shelters, water tap, vault toilets and beach access overlooking the historic St Peter’s Canal. Available for non-campers use. Unsupervised swimming at the beach Fishing
This Graham Cooke designed course, is one of the finest in Canada. The Lakes Golf Club at Ben Eoin offers dramatic elevation changes and spectacular views on the beautiful Cape
Relax at our beautiful facility or take in any of our events before sailing the world-class Bras d’Or Lakes. Ben Eoin Yacht Club has 72 berths, making it the largest
WELCOME TO GOAT ISLAND HOME OF ESKASONI CULTURAL JOURNEYS Pjila’si! Nestled along the Bras d’Or Lakes – a Unesco Biosphere Reserve – there’s rich history, culture, and beauty waiting to
Review: “Sydney Waterfront Boardwalk is a must-visit gem in Cape Breton! The scenic views of the harbor, paired with the fresh ocean breeze, make it a perfect spot for a
One of the 3 Old Sydney Society family of museums. Dedicated to collecting, preserving and interpreting human and natural history for the community of Cape Breton Island. Phone:(902) 539-1572 Address:
We serve the craft community of Cape Breton Island from beginners and recreational practitioners to highly accomplished professionals, offering instruction as well as resource and support services.CBCC&D offers a variety
Open Hearth Park is located in Harbourside Commercial Park in the city of Sydney, Nova Scotia. The park was designed as a park facility for people of all ages. Paved
In the heart of Sydney you’ll find Wentworth Park, a serene and beautiful place where generations of Sydney’s families have strolled and fed the geese and ducks that take refuge
Petersfield Provincial Park is a picnic park overlooking the south arm of Sydney Harbour on Cape Breton Island (off Route 239). The park contains remnants of four cultural periods, dating
Once the home of a prominent merchant, Jost House, circa 1786, was purchased by Thomas Jost in 1836. Jost was a Halifax merchant and his family remained on the property
The north end of the city contains six 18th century buildings and two others which are almost as old. There are 12 buildings constructed between 1840 and 1885 and another
Membertou is a thriving community located on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia. The Mi’kmaq people of Membertou and their ancestors have lived in this area since time immemorial, long before
Our anchor stores, vibrant retail shanty’s and boardwalk eateries call out to be explored! Browse through our friendly shops for gifts of all sorts, and make a day of it,
Standing tall at a height of 60 feet, It’s The World’s Largest Fiddle and it greets visitors from all over the world who arrive by cruise ship at the Port
“Make our home, your ocean playground”. North of Smokey Windsurfing offers windsurfing and other water sport rentals between Ingonish beach and Dingwall N.S. We offer a variety of packages from
Sea Kayak, Paddle Board, Canoe, Bicycle; Rentals and Tours on the Cabot Trail in Northern Cape Breton Phone: +19023832552 Address: 294 Shore Rd, Dingwall, NS B0C 1G0
“Beautiful little store to stop in on your way around the Cabot trail. A lot of different crafts, gifts sweaters, clothing. A little bit of everything. Very friendly.” “Great place
It all began with a dream of starting something completely new to the Cabot Trail. In 2016 we established Mountain Pine Adventures, bring the first commercial zip line to the
From reviews: “…Beautiful warm and clear blue waters, soft sand, amazing view of the bay and the highlands in the backdrop and it is so long so you can take
Perched on the shore of Aspy Bay, this site features scenic vistas of the steep face of the Pollets Cove-Aspy Fault Wilderness Area. Provides access to 3 km beach walk.
Located at the top of Cape Breton Island Come whale watching with Captain Fraser and family in Bay St. Lawrence along Nova Scotia’s most northern coastline at the Top of
Nova Scotia is home to many world-class craft producers, many of whom live and work on Cape Breton Island. The majority of artists do not open their studios to the
Cape Breton Highlands National Park Dominated by 350 year old sugar maple trees, the Grande Anse Valley is one of the largest old growth hardwood forests in the Maritimes. One
The Whale Interpretive Centre is located on the Harbour Road in Pleasant Bay, 30 seconds from the Cabot Trail, whale watching tours, and the beach. It’s a fun and interactive
Our Zodiac Vessels are known for having a personal feel with the water and whales. We offer a chance to see various marine wildlife and spectacular coastal views of Cape
