Best places in Nova Scotia

Discover the best places in Nova Scotia, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection.


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Dancing Goat Cafe & Bakery
Restaurant
4.90 (825 reviews)
$$ $$
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Peggy's Cove Lighthouse
Historical landmark
4.80 (8.6K reviews)
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Halifax Waterfront
Tourist attraction
Busy hub with a working port & 1 of the world’s longest downtown boardwalks, plus eateries & stores.
4.80 (8.3K reviews)
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Cape Breton Highlands National Park
National park
Massive park featuring sweeping mountain & ocean vistas, especially from its famed Cabot Trail.
4.80 (3.1K reviews)
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Shubie Park
Park
Forested, 16-ha. lakefront park with a beach, campground & picnic area, plus a visitor center.
4.80 (2.4K reviews)
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Victoria Park
Park
Bucolic, 1000-acre park featuring an extensive trail system, picnic areas & waterfalls.
4.80 (2.2K reviews)
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Salt Marsh Trail Head
Hiking area
4.90 (567 reviews)
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Humble Pie Kitchen Inc.
Pie shop
4.90 (564 reviews)
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Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site
National park
National park spanning 164.5 square miles of lakes, forests & beaches steeped in Mi'kmaw heritage.
4.80 (1.3K reviews)
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East Coast Surf School
Surf shop
5.00 (328 reviews)
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Jonnys Cookhouse and Ice Cream Shop
Takeout restaurant
4.80 (1.3K reviews)
$$ $$
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Fundy Tidal Bore Adventures
Raft trip outfitter
4.90 (516 reviews)
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Pür & Simple
Breakfast restaurant
4.80 (1.2K reviews)
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Skyline Trailhead
Hiking area
4.80 (1.2K reviews)
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Big Mike Pizza
Pizza restaurant
4.90 (489 reviews)
$ $$$
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Doraku
Sushi restaurant
4.90 (475 reviews)
$$ $$
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Blomidon Look-Off
Tourist attraction
4.80 (1K reviews)
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Halifax Citadel National Historic Site
Historical landmark
Founded in 1749, this star-shaped hilltop fort offers guided tours, plus a coffee bar & gift shop.
4.70 (7K reviews)
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The Noodle Guy
Restaurant
4.80 (751 reviews)
$$ $$
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