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February 12, 2023

8 Free Activities for Your Nova Scotia Vacation

Go for a hike

Choose from one of dozens of local trails to explore the area, or go for a drive to reach some of the more well known hiking trails on the island.

Visit a scenic spot

Nova Scotia has no shortage of beautiful scenic spots to visit to fill up your phone or camera's memory card. Meat Cove, Cape Split and Skyline Trail are the first that come to mind.

Catch a sunrise or sunset

The ocean shoreline is one of many perfect spots to catch a sunrise or sunset from the east coast.

Walk along a beach

There's nothing more relaxing than listening to the waves as they roll in from the ocean. Go by yourself and go through your yoga routine, or bring your favourite companion to soak in the sounds and sights with a good chat

Explore a nearby village

Nova Scotia is dotted with quaint villages and towns, filled with the friendliest locals in all of Canada.

Watch the wildlife

Nova Scotia is home to moose, deer, bears, beavers, salamanders, bats, grey seals, mink whales and more. Or look for Atlantic Puffins, Tree Swallows, Bald Eagles, and Barred Owls, a few of only hundreds of species of birds that call Nova Scotia home. Please always be mindful of the wildlife by keeping a safe distance, and refusing to feed them.

Go for a scenic drive

Travel the perimeter of the island for endlessly beautiful coastal views. Bring along some snacks and crank up the volume to your favourite road trip playlist.

Spend a night camping

If you already have camping gear, spend a summer night camped out under the stars and roasting marshmallows on an open fire.

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