Inverness
Inverness is the centre of golf tourism on Cape Breton Island, home to two of the world's most acclaimed modern courses: Cabot Links (a true links course on the site of the old colliery) and Cabot Cliffs (consistently ranked in the top ten globally). The third course, Cabot by Bill Coore, is in development.
The town itself retains its working coastal character: a long sandy beach, a boardwalk above the dunes, and a community deeply shaped by 100 years of coal mining. The Inverness Miners' Museum tells that story.
A weekly farmers market runs in summer, and the surrounding Mabou Highlands offer some of the quietest hiking on the island.
Local businesses
Cabot Cape Breton
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
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)Coal Miner’s Café
Dine at Coal Miner's Café in Inverness for hearty pub-style breakfast, lunch, and supper in a historic atmosphere.
★★★★★ (371)Route 19 Brewing
Inverness microbrewery anchoring the Ceilidh Trail's craft beer scene.
★★★★★ (368)Inverness Beach Village
Stay in beachfront cottages with private beach access in Inverness, Cape Breton, near world-class golf courses and the Cabot Trail.
★★★★★ (275)The Annex Inverness
Dine at The Annex in Inverness, a new bar and restaurant celebrating local, in-season ingredients in a seaside setting.
★★★★★ (248)Cabot Public House
Clubhouse pub at Cabot Cape Breton with ocean-view dining for golfers and visitors.
★★★★★ (174)Whit’s Public House at Cabot Cape Breton
Dine at Whit's Public House in Inverness with ocean views, live music, local seafood, and craft beer on an outdoor patio.
★★★★★ (174)MacLeod’s Beach Campsite
Camp at MacLeod's Beach in Inverness with 97 overnight sites, ocean views, sandy beach swimming, and full amenities including showers and a games room.
★★★★★ (160)Shean Co-op (Inverness)
Inverness's main grocery store, a short walk from the famous boardwalk and beach.
★★★★★ (109)Glamping off the Beaton Path
Book a glamping tent in Inverness with Gulf of St. Lawrence views, fully equipped with beds, kitchen supplies, and sunset verandas.
★★★★★ (63)Dusky Diamonds Bed & Breakfast
Stay at this Victorian bed & breakfast in Inverness with 4 ensuite rooms, free Wi-Fi, breakfast included, and easy access to beaches, hiking, and golf courses
★★★★★ (56)Inverness County Centre for the Arts
Explore galleries, live performances, and workshops at this regional arts hub in Inverness, Cape Breton, overlooking the Gulf of St. Lawrence.
★★★★★ (43)Coore’s Lobster Shack
Experience a classic Atlantic Canada lobster boil at Coore's Lobster Shack in Inverness, featuring fresh seafood, smoked meats, and outdoor games.
★★★★★ (40)Cape Breton Villas
Luxury villas seconds from Cabot Cape Breton golf
★★★★★ (38)Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospital
Community hospital serving Inverness, Mabou and the Ceilidh Trail.
★★★★★ (34)The Corner Store by missbrenna
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)Cabot Bar
Dine at Cabot Bar overlooking the 18th hole at Cabot Links in Inverness, featuring locally caught seafood, Canadian beef, and curated wines.
★★★★★ (27)Inverness Adventures E-Bike Rentals
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)Panorama at Cabot Cape Breton
Dine with Gulf of St. Lawrence views at this premier Inverness restaurant featuring Nova Scotia ingredients and an expertly curated wine selection.
★★★★★ (22)Eagle Eye Tours
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)Quincy Street Market
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)Lakeland Cottages
Mixed cottages and chalet at Broad Cove near Inverness
★★★★★ (13)Bear Paw Cottages
Stay at Bear Paw Cottages above Lake Ainslie near Inverness, offering fully equipped two-bedroom cottages with beach access and outdoor amenities.
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