Guidebook for Annapolis Royal & Area

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Guidebook for Annapolis Royal & Area

Sightseeing

Great place to enjoy a hike in the Nova Scotia wilderness that will lead you to amazing views of the Bay of Fundy and a spectacular waterfall. 2.5km trails.
6 habitants recommandent
Delaps Cove
6 habitants recommandent
Great place to enjoy a hike in the Nova Scotia wilderness that will lead you to amazing views of the Bay of Fundy and a spectacular waterfall. 2.5km trails.
Explore one of the earliest French settlements in North America. Discover what life was like in this French colony in 1605.
22 habitants recommandent
Port-Royal National Historic Site
53 Historic Ln
22 habitants recommandent
Explore one of the earliest French settlements in North America. Discover what life was like in this French colony in 1605.
Explore Canada's first national historic site presenting a 3,000 year old story that weaves together the lives of Mi'kmaq, French, Scots, British and Acadian peoples. Take a tour of the Fort, enjoy the Officers' Quarters Museum and stroll through the grounds. Take a walk along the Waterfront Walkway which extends from Fort Anne to the King's Theatre and offers a panoramic view of Granville Ferry, the Annapolis Basin and the North Mountain.
31 habitants recommandent
Fort Anne National Historic Park
323 St George St
31 habitants recommandent
Explore Canada's first national historic site presenting a 3,000 year old story that weaves together the lives of Mi'kmaq, French, Scots, British and Acadian peoples. Take a tour of the Fort, enjoy the Officers' Quarters Museum and stroll through the grounds. Take a walk along the Waterfront Walkway which extends from Fort Anne to the King's Theatre and offers a panoramic view of Granville Ferry, the Annapolis Basin and the North Mountain.
Melanson Settlement contains archaeological remains of a pre-Deportation Acadian community (c.1664-1755). These archaeological resources reflect the family communities settled by Acadians and their unique dykeland agriculture practiced along the Annapolis River.
6 habitants recommandent
Melanson Settlement National Historic Site
3870 Granville Rd
6 habitants recommandent
Melanson Settlement contains archaeological remains of a pre-Deportation Acadian community (c.1664-1755). These archaeological resources reflect the family communities settled by Acadians and their unique dykeland agriculture practiced along the Annapolis River.
Built in the 1760's this home boasts a collection of fine art and furnishings. You will be charmed by the history and culture found in this unique home.
6 habitants recommandent
North Hills Museum
5065 Granville Rd
6 habitants recommandent
Built in the 1760's this home boasts a collection of fine art and furnishings. You will be charmed by the history and culture found in this unique home.
Established in 1885 to help guide mariners safely past the facing Goat Island. Locally known as the Port Royal Lighthouse. Here you will enjoy a spectacular view of the Annapolis Basin.
Schafner Point Lighthouse
3420 Granville Road
Established in 1885 to help guide mariners safely past the facing Goat Island. Locally known as the Port Royal Lighthouse. Here you will enjoy a spectacular view of the Annapolis Basin.
A 15 minute drive down Granville Road will take you to Victoria Beach. Witness an active fishing wharf, search for seaglass or watch the Fundy Rose heading out to New Brunswick daily at 4 pm or arriving from New Brunswick daily at 11 am. Gorgeous sunsets that will never disappoint. Great place for seal and porpoise watching and if you're lucky a whale.
Victoria Beach
A 15 minute drive down Granville Road will take you to Victoria Beach. Witness an active fishing wharf, search for seaglass or watch the Fundy Rose heading out to New Brunswick daily at 4 pm or arriving from New Brunswick daily at 11 am. Gorgeous sunsets that will never disappoint. Great place for seal and porpoise watching and if you're lucky a whale.
Beautiful park to hike, discover wildlife, birdwatch, kayak or canoe. Lush forests, meandering rivers and island dotted lakes you can immerse yourself in NS beauty. Guided tours available.
53 habitants recommandent
Parc national et lieu historique national Kejimkujik
3005 Kejimkujik Main Parkway
53 habitants recommandent
Beautiful park to hike, discover wildlife, birdwatch, kayak or canoe. Lush forests, meandering rivers and island dotted lakes you can immerse yourself in NS beauty. Guided tours available.
Gorgeous 1km loop hiking trail and swimming and picnic area. Unsupervised beach on the lake.
6 habitants recommandent
Mickey Hill Provincial Park
7906 Nova Scotia Trunk 8
6 habitants recommandent
Gorgeous 1km loop hiking trail and swimming and picnic area. Unsupervised beach on the lake.
Concerts, movie showings and live plays. Always a variety of excellent entertainment in downtown Annapolis Royal.
16 habitants recommandent
King's Theatre
209 St George St
16 habitants recommandent
Concerts, movie showings and live plays. Always a variety of excellent entertainment in downtown Annapolis Royal.
Beautiful garden paradise overlooking the Annapolis River, the Historic Gardens showcase gardening methods, designs and materials representing more than 400 years of local history.
35 habitants recommandent
Annapolis Royal Historic Gardens
441 St George St
35 habitants recommandent
Beautiful garden paradise overlooking the Annapolis River, the Historic Gardens showcase gardening methods, designs and materials representing more than 400 years of local history.
If seeing whales is on your bucket list this is the place for you! Excellent narrated cruises offered daily from May - October. Spectacular experience! Spot whales, dolphins, porpoises and seabirds.
30 habitants recommandent
Brier Island Whale and Seabird Cruises
223 Water St
30 habitants recommandent
If seeing whales is on your bucket list this is the place for you! Excellent narrated cruises offered daily from May - October. Spectacular experience! Spot whales, dolphins, porpoises and seabirds.

Food scene

Excellent seafood and Canadian fare. Generous portions and fair prices. Beautiful views of the Digby wharf. Family friendly. Gift shop. Spudchos are highly recommended!
9 habitants recommandent
Shoreline Restaurant
88 Water St
9 habitants recommandent
Excellent seafood and Canadian fare. Generous portions and fair prices. Beautiful views of the Digby wharf. Family friendly. Gift shop. Spudchos are highly recommended!
Excellent food - reasonable prices. Seafood and Canadian. Family friendly.
9 habitants recommandent
Fort Anne Cafe
298 St George St
9 habitants recommandent
Excellent food - reasonable prices. Seafood and Canadian. Family friendly.
Good pizza for take out or enjoy a casual atmosphere and eat in.
Tom's Pizzeria
106 NS-201
Good pizza for take out or enjoy a casual atmosphere and eat in.
European and Austrian cuisine. Fine dining with waterfront patio.
13 habitants recommandent
Cafe Restaurant Compose
235 St George St
13 habitants recommandent
European and Austrian cuisine. Fine dining with waterfront patio.
Pub style restaurant with a large menu - lots of choice.
10 habitants recommandent
Bistro East
274 St George St
10 habitants recommandent
Pub style restaurant with a large menu - lots of choice.
Excellent coffee Grind your own bag to go
9 habitants recommandent
Sissiboo Coffee Roaster Cafe
262 St George St
9 habitants recommandent
Excellent coffee Grind your own bag to go