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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)
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)
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)
Ben Eoin Provincial Park

Ben Eoin Provincial Park

attraction

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)
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)
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)
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 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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Dine, Paddle and Stay at North River Kayak Tours

Dine, Paddle and Stay at North River Kayak Tours

attraction · Baddeck · $$$

Book a two-night wilderness package in Baddeck combining kayak tours, farm-to-table dining, and cabin stays at River Nest with sauna access.

★★★★★ (68)
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)
Dream Catcher Workshop – Membertou Heritage Park

Dream Catcher Workshop – Membertou Heritage Park

attraction · Sydney

Create a handcrafted dream catcher at Membertou Heritage Park in Sydney while learning its cultural origin story, includes tea and traditional teachings.

★★★★★ (115)
Driftwood Gallery

Driftwood Gallery

attraction · Fourchu

Browse original art and wearable art at this studio gallery on Cape Breton's Fleur-de-Lis trail between St Peters and Sydney, with custom orders welcome.

★★★★★ (1)
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)
East Bay Hills Trail

East Bay Hills Trail

attraction · East Bay

Hike the scenic 3-km interpretive trail through mixed forest in East Bay, featuring birch, maple, and hemlock on gently sloping terrain.

★★★★★ (41)
École de musique RAVESTON Music School

École de musique RAVESTON Music School

attraction · Chéticamp

Learn music from classical to traditional at Raveston Music School in Chéticamp, offering lessons for kids and adults with high-quality instruction and perfor

★★★★★ (15)
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)
Eiblin Koch at the Studio Shop

Eiblin Koch at the Studio Shop

attraction · North Shore

Visit Eiblin Koch's studio on the Cabot Trail to browse hand-carved lino prints and collage art featuring Cape Breton wildlife and landscapes on textiles and

★★★★★ (5)
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)
Escape Outdoors

Escape Outdoors

attraction · North Sydney

Shop for active wear, footwear and outdoor gear at this locally-owned retailer in North Sydney, near the Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal.

★★★★★ (65)
Experience Table Doucet

Experience Table Doucet

attraction · Grand Étang

Book a chef-led 8-course dining experience on the Cabot Trail featuring foraged ingredients, local seafood, and Acadian flavours at a communal table.

★★★★★ (101)
Father John Angus Rankin Cultural Centre

Father John Angus Rankin Cultural Centre

attraction · West Bay Road

Explore Cape Breton Gaelic heritage at this West Bay cultural centre with archives, weaving demonstrations, genealogy research, and summer workshops.

★★★★★ (20)
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)
Fishing Cove Trail

Fishing Cove Trail

attraction · Pleasant Bay

Hike 12 km down MacKenzie Mountain to a remote ocean cove and historic Scottish fishing community site in Cape Breton Highlands National Park.

★★★★★ (10)
Florence Beach

Florence Beach

attraction · Florence

Explore Florence Beach's wide sandy shoreline and ocean views near Sydney, perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and peaceful coastal walks.

★★★★★ (77)

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