14 days in Nova Scotia Itinerary

The largest city on Canada's eastern coastline, Halifax boast a rich maritime history and occupies a strategically important location with one of the world's greatest natural harbors.

Head to Sweet Spot Chocolate Shop and Pearl & Daisy Natural Soap Companyfor some retail therapy. Maritime Museum of the Atlantic and Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Change things up with these side-trips from Halifax: Lawrencetown Beach (in East Lawrencetown), Clam Harbour Beach (in Clam Harbour) and Peggy's Cove Lighthouse (in Peggy's Cove). There's much more to do: take some stellar pictures from Halifax Citadel National Historic Site of Canada, take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Paul's Church, indulge your thirst for a good beer at Alexander Keith's Brewery, and explore the activities along Sullivan's Pond.

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Toronto to Halifax is an approximately 5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and train. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time to Atlantic Standard Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. In July, Halifax is slightly colder than Toronto - with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Sat) early enough to drive to Lunenburg.

An hour's drive from Halifax's international airport, Luneburg boasts both colorful buildings and a colorful history, as well as status as a World Heritage Site.

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Sun): examine the collection at Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic, look for gifts at Have A Yarn, look for gifts at Haskapa, then look for gifts at The Teazer, then look for gifts at Suttles & Seawinds, and finally look for gifts at Amos Pewter. On your second day here, admire all the interesting features of Bluenose II, pause for some serene contemplation at St. John's Anglican Church, then examine the collection at Halifax & Southwestern Railway Museum, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Hirtle's Beach, and finally look for all kinds of wild species at The Ovens Natural Park.

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Traveling by car from Halifax to Lunenburg takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi. In July, daily temperatures in Lunenburg can reach 24°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Mon) early enough to go by car to Annapolis Royal.

Annapolis Royal, formerly known as Annapolis, is a town located in the western part of Annapolis County, Nova Scotia, Canada.Today's Annapolis Royal evolved from the 1605 French settlement of Port Royal (briefly Charlesfort), renamed in honour of Queen Anne following the Siege of Port Royal in 1710 by Britain. On the 24th (Tue), contemplate the long history of Fort Anne National Historic Site, stop by Lucky Rabbit Pottery, see the interesting displays at Port-Royal National Historic Site, then don't miss a visit to Annapolis Tidal Generating Station, and finally admire the natural beauty at Annapolis Royal Historic Gardens.

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Getting from Lunenburg to Annapolis Royal by car takes about 2.5 hours. Traveling from Lunenburg in July, you will find days in Annapolis Royal are a bit warmer (30°C), and nights are about the same (17°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Tue) so you can drive to Baddeck.

For most visitors on holiday in Baddeck, the town represents the beginning and the end of the world-famous Cabot Trail, a scenic roadway looping around the northern tip of Cape Breton Island.

Kick off your visit on the 25th (Wed): stop by Baadeck Yarns, play a few rounds at Bell Bay Golf Club, then visit a coastal fixture at Kidston Island Lighthouse, then steep yourself in history at Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site, and finally make a trip to The Water's Edge Gallery of Fine Art & Crafts. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take in the dramatic scenery at Uisge Ban Falls, then fly down the slopes at Ski Tuonela, and then contemplate the long history of Highland Village.

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You can drive from Annapolis Royal to Baddeck in 6 hours. July in Baddeck sees daily highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Thu) early enough to drive to Ingonish.

Nestled on a cozy harbor surrounded by green forests, the coastal town of Ingonish serves as the perfect coastal retreat for those after a quiet getaway.

Step out of the city life by going to Cape Breton Highlands National Park and Cabot Trail. Relax by the water at Black Brook Beach and Ingonish Beach. And it doesn't end there: stroll through Middle Head Trail, hike along Broad Cove Trailhead, and play a few rounds at Highlands Links Golf Course.

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Getting from Baddeck to Ingonish by car takes about 1.5 hours. In July, plan for daily highs up to 27°C, and evening lows to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Louisbourg.

Louisbourg is an unincorporated community and former town located in Nova Scotia's Cape Breton Regional Municipality.HistoryThe French military founded the Fortress of Louisbourg in 1713 and its fortified seaport on the southwest part of the harbour, naming it in honour of Louis XIV. On the 30th (Mon), contemplate the long history of Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site, then hike along Skyline Trail, and then see the interesting displays at Cape Breton Miners' Museum.

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Drive from Ingonish to Louisbourg in 2.5 hours. In July in Louisbourg, expect temperatures between 27°C during the day and 15°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 31st (Tue) to allow time for travel back home.