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Acadian Trail

Acadian Trail

attraction · Petit Étang

Hike the moderate 8.4 km Acadian Trail in Chéticamp for panoramic views of the coastline, river valley, and highland interior with 365 metres of elevation gai

★★★★★ (108)
Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site

Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site

attraction · Baddeck

Explore Alexander Graham Bell's inventions, from the Silver Dart airplane to the telephone, at this inspiring national historic site in Baddeck with interacti

★★★★★ (2488)
Archives & Library Celtic Music Interpretive Centre

Archives & Library Celtic Music Interpretive Centre

attraction · Judique

Explore Inverness County's cultural archives and Celtic music collection with audio recordings, photographs, and local history documents at this interpretive

★★★★★ (94)
Àros na Mara Centre of Learning and Discovery

Àros na Mara Centre of Learning and Discovery

attraction · Iona

Explore the Bras d'Or Lake ecosystem at this hands-on centre in Iona with touch tanks, interpretive panels, and stunning waterfront views.

★★★★★ (1)
Arts North

Arts North

attraction · Cape North

Explore curated Cape Breton crafts at Arts North, a consignment gallery near Cape North featuring pottery, jewelry, fiber art, and more from local artisans si

★★★★ (46)
Aspy Trail

Aspy Trail

attraction · Ingonish

Hike the moderate-to-difficult Aspy Trail through regenerated Acadian forest near Ingonish, a 9.6 km return trek featuring red oaks and barred owls.

★★★★ (28)
Baddeck Forks Golf Club

Baddeck Forks Golf Club

attraction · Baddeck

Play a scenic 9-hole golf course in Baddeck with views of the river, valley, and mountains on this gentle par 36 layout.

★★★★★ (43)
Baddeck Gathering Ceilidhs

Baddeck Gathering Ceilidhs

attraction · Baddeck

Experience traditional Cape Breton music and dance at this nightly ceilidh in Baddeck, where visitors perform alongside local musicians from June to October.

★★★★★ (38)
Baddeck Library Branch – Winter Lending Program

Baddeck Library Branch – Winter Lending Program

attraction · Sydney

Borrow snowshoes, cross-country skis, and winter gear at Baddeck Library through the Victoria County Active Gear Loan Program.

★★★★★ (83)
Baddeck Marine

Baddeck Marine

attraction · Baddeck

Visit Baddeck Marine for year-round yacht maintenance, marina services, and boat storage on Bras d'Or Lake in Cape Breton with ABYC certified mechanics.

★★★★★ (6)
Barrachois Provincial Park

Barrachois Provincial Park

attraction · Ironville

Picnic under shaded trees at Barrachois Provincial Park in Ironville, with nearby fishing on the Bras d'Or Lakes.

★★★★★ (11)
Beading Workshop – Membertou Heritage Park

Beading Workshop – Membertou Heritage Park

attraction · Sydney

Create handcrafted Mi'kmaq beadwork while learning cultural teachings and traditions at Membertou Heritage Park in Sydney, Cape Breton.

★★★★★ (115)
Beaton Institute Archives

Beaton Institute Archives

attraction · Sydney

Explore Cape Breton's social and cultural history at the Beaton Institute Archives in Sydney, housing millions of photographs, maps, and historical records.

★★★★★ (6)
Bed and Breakfast Getaway

Bed and Breakfast Getaway

attraction · Baddeck

Stay at this lakeside bed and breakfast in Baddeck with lake views and full breakfast included starting at $265.

★★★★★ (36)
Bell Bay Golf Club

Bell Bay Golf Club

attraction · Baddeck

Play an 18-hole championship course overlooking Bras d'Or Lakes in Baddeck, designed by Thomas McBroom and awarded Canada's Best New Course in 1998.

★★★★ (51)
Ben Eoin Provincial Park

Ben Eoin Provincial Park

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Explore this secluded park in the Bras d'Or Lake region with hiking trails, bird watching, and scenic views of East Bay from the hilltop lookoff.

★★★★★ (34)
Ben Eoin Yacht Club & Marina

Ben Eoin Yacht Club & Marina

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Dock your boat at this full-service marina on the Bras d'Or Lakes with 72 berths, waterfront dining, and an adjacent 18-hole golf course.

★★★★★ (41)
Benjie’s Lake Trail

Benjie’s Lake Trail

attraction · Pleasant Bay

Hike the 3 km Benjie's Lake Trail on French Mountain's boreal plateau in Cape Breton Highlands National Park, spotting moose and northern birds.

★★★★ (22)
Big Hill Pottery

Big Hill Pottery

attraction · Baddeck

Discover handcrafted porcelain pottery at Big Hill Pottery in Baddeck, featuring functional and decorative pieces for any home.

★★★★ (9)
Bird Island Boat Tours

Bird Island Boat Tours

attraction · Big Bras d'Or

Tour Bird Island to see puffins, seals, and bald eagles on a 2 3/4 hour covered boat tour guaranteed from May 15 to mid-August near Baddeck.

★★★★★ (500)
Bog Trail

Bog Trail

attraction · Chéticamp

Walk the accessible boardwalk trail through a highland plateau bog on the Cabot Trail, spotting pitcher plants, orchids, and moose in just 15 minutes.

★★★★★ (186)
Bras d’Or Yacht Club

Bras d’Or Yacht Club

attraction · Baddeck

Visit the historic Bras d'Or Yacht Club in Baddeck for waterfront views, live music on Sundays, and a full-service bar welcoming members and visitors year-rou

★★★★ (73)
Breton Air

Breton Air

attraction · Reserve Mines

Book exclusive helicopter excursions from Cape Breton to remote lodges, golf courses, and fishing destinations across Atlantic Canada with Breton Air.

★★★★★ (14)
Bud’s Speedway

Bud’s Speedway

attraction · Grand Lake Road

Watch stock car racing at Bud's Speedway near Sydney, a track hosting multiple divisions and touring series events since 1975.

★★★★★ (36)
Cabot Cliffs

Cabot Cliffs

attraction · Inverness

Play Canada's #1 ranked golf course at Cabot Cliffs in Inverness, a walking-only links course carved along dramatic ocean cliffs with stunning coastal views.

★★★★★ (685)
Cabot Trail Adventures

Cabot Trail Adventures

attraction · Dingwall

Rent kayaks, canoes, and SUPs in Dingwall, or join a guided sea kayak tour along Northern Cape Breton's coastline with instruction provided for all skill leve

★★★★★ (168)
Cabot Trail Antiques

Cabot Trail Antiques

attraction · Baddeck

Browse unique antiques in Middle River on the Cabot Trail, including furniture, bottles, militaria, and collectibles. Open June-October daily 10am-5pm.

★★★★★ (2)
Cabot Trail Guaranteed Whale Adventures

Cabot Trail Guaranteed Whale Adventures

attraction · Chéticamp

Book a whale watching tour on the Highland Dancer in Chéticamp with guaranteed sightings and 4 daily departures from 9:30am to 3:30pm.

★★★★★ (414)
Cabot Trail Wellness & Spa Retreat

Cabot Trail Wellness & Spa Retreat

attraction · Indian Brook

Book a 2-night wellness package on Cape Breton's Cabot Trail with unique lodging, meals, and spa treatments starting at $758 per couple.

★★★★ (435)
Cabots Landing Provincial Park

Cabots Landing Provincial Park

attraction · Saint Margaret Village

Explore Cabots Landing Provincial Park's sandy beach and historic John Cabot cairn on Aspy Bay near Saint Margaret Village, ideal for picnicking and hiking.

★★★★★ (254)
Cape Breton Backcountry Adventure

Cape Breton Backcountry Adventure

attraction · Margaree Centre

Explore hidden valleys and coastal scenery on guided backcountry tours in Margaree Centre, designed for comfort and cultural discovery across Cape Breton.

★★★★★ (56)
Cape Breton Beard Factory

Cape Breton Beard Factory

attraction · Sydney

Discover handmade, all-natural beard care products made in Sydney, Cape Breton. Shop locally crafted supplies designed for beard health.

★★★★★ (24)
Cape Breton Centre for Craft & Design

Cape Breton Centre for Craft & Design

attraction · Sydney

Explore over 90 Cape Breton artisans' work at this Gallery Shop in Downtown Sydney, featuring unique handcrafted items, exhibitions, and craft workshops year-

★★★★★ (89)
Cape Breton Drive-In Theatre

Cape Breton Drive-In Theatre

attraction · Grand Lake Road

Watch first-run Hollywood double features from your car at this outdoor cinema on Grand Lake Road in Sydney, open late spring through early November.

★★★★★ (227)
Cape Breton Highlands Links

Cape Breton Highlands Links

attraction · Ingonish Beach

Play one of Canada's Top 10 golf courses at Cape Breton Highlands Links in Ingonish Beach, featuring 18 holes with ocean views and mountain scenery designed b

★★★★ (317)
Cape Breton Highlands National Park

Cape Breton Highlands National Park

attraction · Ingonish Beach

Hike 26 trails through Canada's rugged highlands where mountains meet the sea along the iconic Cabot Trail in Cape Breton.

★★★★ (204)
Cape Breton Miners Museum

Cape Breton Miners Museum

attraction · Glace Bay

Explore Cape Breton's coal mining heritage at this Glace Bay museum featuring underground tours of Ocean Deeps Colliery and a recreated 1850-1900 miners' vill

★★★★★ (903)
Cape Breton Northern Tip Charters

Cape Breton Northern Tip Charters

attraction · Bay Saint Lawrence

Book a private coastal charter aboard the Charles B, a 41-foot fishing boat captained by Skipper Scott Burton, exploring Cape Breton's rugged northern tip fro

★★★★★ (6)
Cape Breton Regional Library Lending Program

Cape Breton Regional Library Lending Program

attraction · Sydney

Borrow winter recreation equipment like snowshoes and cross-country skis with your Cape Breton Regional Library card at multiple locations across Sydney and C

★★★★★ (83)
Cape Breton Sailing Charters

Cape Breton Sailing Charters

attraction · Saint Peter's

Join Captain Greg for hands-on sailing lessons or relaxing tours on Bras d'Or Lake and Cape Breton's Atlantic coast, with groups up to 6 people.

★★★★★ (54)
Cape Breton TNT Trail Tour

Cape Breton TNT Trail Tour

attraction · Hunters Mountain

Tour the Cape Breton Highlands in a Polaris Side-by-Side from Hunters Mountain to Cape Clear at 1,500+ feet elevation with expert guides and local snacks.

★★★★★ (113)
Cape Breton University Art Gallery

Cape Breton University Art Gallery

attraction · Grand Lake Road

Explore Cape Breton's oldest public art gallery in Sydney, featuring Canadian and international artwork, diverse exhibitions, and educational tours year-round

★★★★★ (9)
Cape Smokey Provincial Park

Cape Smokey Provincial Park

attraction · Ingonish Beach

Hike scenic trails atop Smokey Mountain along the Cabot Trail in Cape Breton, with panoramic lookoffs and excellent bird watching opportunities.

★★★★★ (143)
Capt. Cox’s Whale and Bird Watch

Capt. Cox’s Whale and Bird Watch

attraction · Bay Saint Lawrence

Book a 2-hour Zodiac whale watching tour from Bay Saint Lawrence to spot humpbacks, minkes, seals, and seabirds on Cape Breton's Cabot Trail.

★★★★★ (365)
Capt. Mark’s Zodiac Adventures

Capt. Mark’s Zodiac Adventures

attraction · Pleasant Bay

Book whale watching tours in Pleasant Bay aboard fast Zodiacs or traditional boats; spot humpback, finback, minke, and pilot whales plus seals and eagles.

★★★★★ (323)
Captain Zodiac Whale Cruise

Captain Zodiac Whale Cruise

attraction · Chéticamp

Spot finback, humpback, and pilot whales on guided zodiac tours from Chéticamp, May to October, with a whale sightings guarantee or full refund.

★★★★★ (439)
Centre de la Mi-Carême

Centre de la Mi-Carême

attraction · Grand Étang

Explore the Centre de la Mi-Carême in Grand Étang to learn about this centuries-old Acadian tradition through interactive exhibits, mask displays, and live th

★★★★ (104)
Chestico Museum & Historical Society

Chestico Museum & Historical Society

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Explore Port Hood's maritime and mining heritage at this community museum featuring artifacts, archives, and historic collections since 1986.

★★★★★ (5)
Colaisde na Gàidhlig | The Gaelic College

Colaisde na Gàidhlig | The Gaelic College

attraction · St. Anns

Explore Gaelic language, music, and traditions at the Gaelic College in St. Ann's on the Cabot Trail, featuring the Great Hall of the Clans museum and live cu

★★★★★ (59)
Community Guided Tour – Membertou Heritage Park

Community Guided Tour – Membertou Heritage Park

attraction · Sydney

Tour the Membertou Heritage Park in Sydney with a guided community experience including museum, video, and traditional Mi'kmaq drumming presentations.

★★★★★ (115)
Corney Brook Falls and Trail

Corney Brook Falls and Trail

attraction · Petit Étang

Hike 6.5 km through an Acadian forest river canyon to a waterfall in Cape Breton. Easy 2-hour trail suitable for most skill levels near Chéticamp.

★★★★★ (19)
Cossit House Museum

Cossit House Museum

attraction · Sydney

Tour one of Sydney's oldest houses and experience 1700s life with costumed guides offering hands-on activities like butter churning and sampler stitching.

★★★★ (55)
Coxheath Hills Wilderness Trail

Coxheath Hills Wilderness Trail

attraction · Sydney Forks

Hike the 10.3 km Coxheath Hills Wilderness Trail near Sydney with multiple loops, crushed stone surfaces, and year-round Pittman Lodge shelter.

★★★★★ (156)
Craft Shop, cultural demonstrations, museum, concerts and ceilidhs at the Gaelic College

Craft Shop, cultural demonstrations, museum, concerts and ceilidhs at the Gaelic College

attraction · St. Anns

Explore Celtic heritage at the Gaelic College in St. Ann's with a craft shop, interactive museum, cultural demonstrations, and live ceilidhs year-round.

★★★★★ (59)
Cruising Cape Breton – Sponsored by the Dobson Yacht Club

Cruising Cape Breton – Sponsored by the Dobson Yacht Club

attraction · Sydney

Plan your Bras d'Or Lakes cruise with current information from Cruising Cape Breton, sponsored by the Dobson Yacht Club in Sydney.

★★★★★ (112)
Curious Collector

Curious Collector

attraction · Whycocomagh

Browse rare books, vintage antiques, and eclectic collectibles at this 20-year-old shop in Blues Mills, Cape Breton near the Trans-Canada Highway.

★★★★★ (62)
Customs House Artisan Incubator at Cape Breton Centre for Craft & Design

Customs House Artisan Incubator at Cape Breton Centre for Craft & Design

attraction · Port Hawkesbury

Watch artisans at work and browse locally made pottery, textiles, jewellery, and glass at this waterfront gallery in Port Hawkesbury.

★★★★ (4)
Cwtch

Cwtch

attraction · Sydney

Browse over 40 Cape Breton makers at this Sydney marketplace featuring local crafts, food products, and handmade goods in one gathering space.

★★★★★ (5)
Dalem Lake Provincial Park

Dalem Lake Provincial Park

attraction · Dalem Lake

Explore Dalem Lake Provincial Park near Sydney with hiking trails, a sandy beach, and kayaking on Cape Breton Island's scenic lake.

★★★★★ (111)
Devils Hill Falls

Devils Hill Falls

attraction · Catalone

Hike to Devils Hill Falls, a 6m waterfall near Catalone with an easy 236m trail and local folklore history. Best visited during peak water flow season.

★★★★ (103)

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