Nova Scotia's Picturesque Southern Shore
The beautiful Southern Shore of Nova Scotia boasts some of the mildest weather in all of Canada and is home to breathtaking sights and attractions. From the stunning port town of Lunenburg to the rocky Atlantic shores of Peggy’s Cove, Southern Nova Scotia offers vacationers a memorable getaway. Travelers in search of a scenic Canadian vacation should consider the many natural and cultural sites that await them in Nova Scotia.
Peggy's Cove
Regarded as the most popular tourist destination of Nova Scotia, Peggy’s Cove is about a half hour’s drive from Halifax. Home to Peggy’s Point Lighthouse, possibly the most photographed of all of Canada’s lighthouses, Peggy’s Cove is popular among visitors who want to spend time roaming the rocky coast of the area. After checking out the coast, many visitors to this area enjoy exploring the charming fishing village.
Lunenburg
Lunenburg is a historic town that was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Picturesque in the extreme, visitors to Lunenburg invariably enjoy exploring such sites as Lunenburg Harbor, the Lunenburg Boatyards, and the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic. Originally a planned British Colonial settlement, Lunenburg features considerable examples of period wooden architecture.
Yarmouth
Located on the Southwestern coast of Nova Scotia on the world famous Bay of Fundy, the port town of Yarmouth is celebrated for its proximity to some of the world’s richest lobster fishing grounds. Famous for its museums and Victorian architecture, Yarmouth is a spectacular stop to include on any travel itinerary..
Mahone Bay
Mahone Bay is another picturesque port town and fishing village that attracts many visitors with its charming scenery and comfortable bed and breakfasts. The three church spires that can be seen above the bay are an iconic image of Nova Scotia and are popularly photographed by visitors.
Kejimkujik National Park
Situated on 156 square miles, Kejimkujik National Park is a must visit destination on any tour of Nova Scotia’s Southern Shore. With its coastal wetlands and white sandy beaches, the park is a wonderful place to hike. The forests of the park are strewn with waterways that are ideal for canoeing and, for centuries, were used as routes for native peoples to travel from the Atlantic Coast to the spectacular Bay of Fundy.
Liverpool
The town of Liverpool is home to the Fort Point Lighthouse and its adjoining museum. Because the town is part of the Southern Shore’s celebrated Lighthouse Route, it is popular with tourists. The Queens County Museum and the Hank Snow Home Town Museum are also attractions well worth checking out.
Crescent Beach
Beautiful Crescent Beach is popular with travelers because it’s one of the few beaches that allows for driving. As one of the region’s most-visited attractions in summer, Crescent Beach is definitely a sight to see. It’s also a favorite beach for windsurfing. The Southern Shore of Nova Scotia features long stretches of romantic and windswept beaches. From the Bay of Fundy and its tall waves to the quite Atlantic fishing villages that dot the coast, Nova Scotia’s Southern Shore will enchant vacationers with its beautiful sites and attractions.
