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Red Shoe Pub
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Red Shoe Pub

restaurant · Mabou · $$

Live Cape Breton music seven nights a week. Owned by the Rankin Sisters.

★★★★★ (957)
Archer's Edge Luxury Camping

Archer's Edge Luxury Camping

accommodation · Judique

Self-contained glamping domes on the Ceilidh Trail

★★★★★ (57)
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)
Bear Paw Cottages

Bear Paw Cottages

accommodation · Inverness

Stay at Bear Paw Cottages above Lake Ainslie near Inverness, offering fully equipped two-bedroom cottages with beach access and outdoor amenities.

★★★★★ (13)
Beardmans Art House by the Sea

Beardmans Art House by the Sea

accommodation · Judique

Book this 4½-star oceanfront vacation home in Judique with flower gardens, direct beach access, and room for up to 6 guests on Cape Breton Island.

★★★★★ (20)
Brook Village Grocery

Brook Village Grocery

restaurant · Whycocomagh

Shop local at this charming rural general store in Whycocomagh featuring homemade products and old-fashioned appeal.

★★★★★ (87)
Cabot Bar

Cabot Bar

restaurant · Inverness

Dine at Cabot Bar overlooking the 18th hole at Cabot Links in Inverness, featuring locally caught seafood, Canadian beef, and curated wines.

★★★★★ (27)
Cabot Cape Breton

Cabot Cape Breton

accommodation · Inverness

Experience world-class golf at two top-100 courses, luxury oceanview accommodations, and upscale dining at this award-winning Cape Breton resort on a mile of

★★★★★ (685)
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)
Cajun Cedar Log Cottages

Cajun Cedar Log Cottages

accommodation · Margaree Forks

Stay in rustic cedar log cottages across from the Margaree River with full kitchens, WiFi, and direct access to fishing, swimming, and hiking on the Cabot Tra

★★★★★ (45)
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 Lake Cottages

Cape Breton Lake Cottages

accommodation · Scotsville

Stay in waterfront cottages on Lake Ainslie with private hot tubs, free kayaking, and access to Celtic Shores Coastal Trail near Inverness.

★★★★★ (18)
Cape Breton Villas

Cape Breton Villas

accommodation · Inverness

Luxury villas seconds from Cabot Cape Breton golf

★★★★★ (38)
Ceilidh Trail Motel

Ceilidh Trail Motel

accommodation

Stay at this family-friendly motel in Mabou with air-conditioned rooms, Wi-Fi, and easy access to beaches, golf courses, and local dining.

★★★★★ (27)
Celtic Music Interpretive Centre

Celtic Music Interpretive Centre

restaurant · Judique

Experience Cape Breton's music and culture at Nova Scotia's official Celtic centre in Judique, featuring live ceilidhs, traditional food, and interactive exhi

★★★★★ (90)
Celtic Music Interpretive Centre Restaurant

Celtic Music Interpretive Centre Restaurant

restaurant · Judique

Enjoy home-cooked Nova Scotia fare and fresh seafood at this Inverness restaurant featuring live traditional Celtic music daily with no cover charge weekdays.

★★★★★ (94)
Chestico Museum & Historical Society

Chestico Museum & Historical Society

attraction

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

★★★★★ (5)
Colindale Beach Villas

Colindale Beach Villas

accommodation · Port Hood

Stay at luxury oceanside vacation homes on 50 acres in Port Hood with private beach access, nature trails and modern 3-bedroom villas near Cape Breton attract

★★★★★ (66)
Coore’s Lobster Shack

Coore’s Lobster Shack

restaurant · Inverness

Experience a classic Atlantic Canada lobster boil at Coore's Lobster Shack in Inverness, featuring fresh seafood, smoked meats, and outdoor games.

★★★★★ (40)
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)
Doug Fraser Art Gallery

Doug Fraser Art Gallery

attraction · Inverness

Tour Doug Fraser's working studio and sculpture garden in Inverness to see the renowned Cape Breton artist create landscapes and seascapes in oil on canvas.

★★★★★ (13)
Duncreigan Country Inn of Mabou

Duncreigan Country Inn of Mabou

accommodation · Mabou Station · $$$

Stay at this historic country inn in Mabou overlooking the harbour, with easy access to warm beaches, hiking trails, and Cabot Links golf courses.

★★★★★ (58)
Eagle Eye Tours

Eagle Eye Tours

attraction · Inverness

Book bluefin tuna and deep sea fishing charters with Eagle Eye Tours in Inverness, featuring on-board lobster dinners and access to the Celtic Shores Coastal

★★★★★ (20)
Egypt Falls

Egypt Falls

attraction · Scotsville

Hike to Egypt Falls, an 18-meter waterfall in Upper Margaree, Cape Breton, via a moderate 900m trail with stairs and guide ropes.

★★★★★ (576)
Emily Sage Readings and Crystals

Emily Sage Readings and Crystals

attraction · Inverness

Experience eye readings, tarot, past life regression, and forest bathing rituals with Emily Sage in Inverness, Cape Breton.

★★★★★ (3)
Fair Isle MotelBookable

Fair Isle Motel

accommodation · Whycocomagh

2.5-star · Whycocomagh

★★★★★ (150)
Fiddle, Stepdance and Gaelic Lessons – Celtic Music Interpretive Centre

Fiddle, Stepdance and Gaelic Lessons – Celtic Music Interpretive Centre

attraction · Judique

Learn Scottish Gaelic, fiddle, stepdance, and piano from June to October at this Judique music school offering beginner lessons for all ages.

★★★★★ (90)
Galloping Cows Fine Foods

Galloping Cows Fine Foods

restaurant · Port Hood

Browse artisan jams, salsas, and chutneys at this Port Hood retail shop with a field-grown garden, then explore nearby beaches.

★★★★★ (15)
Gift Shop Celtic Music Interpretive Centre

Gift Shop Celtic Music Interpretive Centre

attraction · Judique

Browse Celtic recordings, jewellery, and locally made products at this Inverness gift shop featuring daily live music and an interactive exhibit room.

★★★★★ (94)
Gillies by the Sea

Gillies by the Sea

accommodation · Port Hood

Stay at Gillies by the Sea in Port Hood with queen rooms and a pet-friendly apartment, featuring free WiFi, breakfast, and private parking.

★★★★★ (17)
Glamping off the Beaton Path

Glamping off the Beaton Path

accommodation · Inverness

Book a glamping tent in Inverness with Gulf of St. Lawrence views, fully equipped with beds, kitchen supplies, and sunset verandas.

★★★★★ (63)
Hillcrest Hall Country Inn

Hillcrest Hall Country Inn

accommodation · Port Hood

Stay at this historic 1910 mansion turned elegant country inn in Port Hood with 11 rooms, harbour views, and complimentary breakfast.

★★★★★ (87)
Ice Cream Shop

Ice Cream Shop

restaurant · North East Margaree

Enjoy hard ice cream flavours, soft serve, and homemade waffle cones at this Ice Cream Shop on the Cabot Trail in North East Margaree.

★★★★★ (27)
Interactive Exhibit Room – Celtic Music Interpretive Centre

Interactive Exhibit Room – Celtic Music Interpretive Centre

attraction · Judique

Explore Cape Breton's Celtic music heritage at this interactive exhibit room in Judique, featuring custom displays designed to introduce you to authentic loca

★★★★★ (90)
Inverness Adventures E-Bike Rentals

Inverness Adventures E-Bike Rentals

attraction · Inverness

Rent e-bikes in Inverness to explore the 92 km Celtic Shores Coastal Trail, a scenic multi-use path perfect for 2-3 hour adventures through Cape Breton.

★★★★★ (25)
Inverness County Centre for the Arts

Inverness County Centre for the Arts

attraction · Inverness

Explore galleries, live performances, and workshops at this regional arts hub in Inverness, Cape Breton, overlooking the Gulf of St. Lawrence.

★★★★★ (43)
Kayak, paddleboard, canoe rentals & tours

Kayak, paddleboard, canoe rentals & tours

attraction · Margaree Forks

Paddle the famous Margaree River on Cape Breton with guided tours or solo rentals ranging from half-day to multi-day adventures.

★★★★★ (4)
Keltic Quay Cottages and Bayside Lounge

Keltic Quay Cottages and Bayside Lounge

accommodation · Whycocomagh

Stay at Keltic Quay's lakeside cottages on the Bras d'Or Lakes in Whycocomagh, featuring year-round suites with water views, fireplaces and full kitchens.

★★★★★ (158)
La Provence Bakery & Cafe

La Provence Bakery & Cafe

restaurant · Whycocomagh

Enjoy authentic French pastries and specialty coffee at La Provence Bakery & Cafe in Whycocomagh, with vegan and gluten-free options available.

★★★★★ (62)
Lakeland Cottages

Lakeland Cottages

accommodation · Inverness

Mixed cottages and chalet at Broad Cove near Inverness

★★★★★ (13)
Live Life In Tents

Live Life In Tents

accommodation · Margaree Forks

Book a unique glamping and adventure experience at Live Life In Tents in Margaree Forks, Cape Breton, with rental gear and tailored outdoor packages.

★★★★★ (455)
Lunch Ceilidhs – Celtic Music Interpretive Centre

Lunch Ceilidhs – Celtic Music Interpretive Centre

attraction · Judique

Enjoy lunch with live traditional Celtic music at Cape Breton's Ceilidh Pub in Judique, featuring house-made seafood chowder and local craft beer.

★★★★★ (90)
Mabou Freshmart

Mabou Freshmart

restaurant · Mabou

Shop Mabou Freshmart for fresh groceries, meat, produce, and prepared food in Mabou, Cape Breton. Open 7 days a week.

★★★★★ (153)
Mabou River Inn

Mabou River Inn

accommodation · Mabou Station

Stay at Mabou River Inn on Cape Breton's Ceilidh Trail near West Mabou Beach, featuring rooms with private baths, hot breakfast, and a licensed restaurant.

★★★★★ (147)
MacDonald House Museum

MacDonald House Museum

attraction · East Lake Ainslie

Explore a 19th century gothic farmhouse with heritage exhibits, farm machinery, and a restored schoolhouse overlooking Lake Ainslie on Cape Breton Island.

★★★★★ (5)
MacKinnon’s Campground

MacKinnon’s Campground

accommodation · Whycocomagh

Camp on Lake Ainslie at MacKinnon's Campground in Whycocomagh with 21 overnight sites, heated pool, kayak rentals, and daily loon and eagle sightings.

★★★★★ (104)
Mike’s E Bikes

Mike’s E Bikes

attraction · Southwest Mabou

Rent electric mountain bikes in Port Hood and ride the scenic Celtic Shores Coastal Trail with professional training and family-friendly trailers available.

★★★★★ (93)
Mother of Sorrows Pioneer Shrine

Mother of Sorrows Pioneer Shrine

attraction · Mabou Station

Visit the Mother of Sorrows Pioneer Shrine, a miniature pioneer church in Mabou dedicated to Our Lady of Seven Sorrows and local pioneers.

★★★★★ (18)
Northeast Cove Geodomes

Northeast Cove Geodomes

accommodation · Mabou

Four waterfront geodomes on Mabou Harbour

★★★★★ (54)
Old Miller Trout Farm Guest House

Old Miller Trout Farm Guest House

accommodation · South West Margaree

Stay at this two-bedroom cottage in South West Margaree, near the Cabot Trail, with U-Fish trout pond access and proximity to hiking, whale watching, and golf

★★★★★ (23)
Old Miller Trout Farm U Fish

Old Miller Trout Farm U Fish

attraction · South West Margaree

Fish for Rainbow Trout at this stocked pond in Margaree, Cape Breton—catch and keep daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. with equipment rentals available.

★★★★★ (23)
Quincy Street Market

Quincy Street Market

attraction · Inverness

Shop locally made gifts, art and crafts at Quincy Street Market in Inverness, featuring curated collaborations with Cape Breton artisans and live music events

★★★★★ (19)
SeaSky Cottages

SeaSky Cottages

accommodation · Margaree Harbour

Book oceanfront cedar cottages in Margaree Harbour with epic sea views, wildlife sightings, and access to hiking, beaches, and the Cabot Trail.

★★★★★ (1)
Storyteller’s Gallery

Storyteller’s Gallery

attraction · Judique

Explore Scottish, French and Mi'kmaq heritage at Storyteller's Gallery in Judique, featuring photos, books, genealogy research and live ceilidh music on Cape

★★★★★ (2)
Storytellers’ Gallery Suite

Storytellers’ Gallery Suite

accommodation · Judique

Stay in a renovated mining house suite above Judique's Historical Society with Celtic Shores Trail and Music Centre within walking distance.

★★★★★ (2)
Strathspey Performing Arts Centre

Strathspey Performing Arts Centre

attraction · Mabou Station

Catch live theatre and international performers at this 488-seat professional venue in Mabou Station, Cape Breton's premier performing arts destination.

★★★★★ (48)
The Annex Inverness

The Annex Inverness

restaurant · Inverness

Dine at The Annex in Inverness, a new bar and restaurant celebrating local, in-season ingredients in a seaside setting.

★★★★★ (248)
The Cameron House Cottage: Live Life In Tents

The Cameron House Cottage: Live Life In Tents

accommodation · Margaree Forks

Stay at this newly renovated riverside cottage on the Cabot Trail in Margaree, sleeping 6 guests with direct access to hiking trails and 4 local beaches.

★★★★★ (455)
The Corner Store by missbrenna

The Corner Store by missbrenna

restaurant · Inverness

Visit The Corner Store by missbrenna in Inverness for fresh coffee, baked goods, local gifts, and artisan goods with deck seating on Cape Breton Island.

★★★★★ (29)
The Dancing Goat Cafe & Bakery

The Dancing Goat Cafe & Bakery

restaurant · Margaree Valley

Stop at this made-from-scratch roadside café in Margaree Valley for fresh breads, artisanal sandwiches, soups, and quality lattes along the Cabot Trail.

★★★★★ (1046)

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