Things to Do in Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia

  • Our list of the best things to do in Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, features the top 23 nearby activities — including 17 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, Tours, and Sights & Landmarks.
  • The results below include the top 10 things to do within the city of Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia , followed by 18 popular activities in nearby cities, including Baddeck, Inverness, Cheticamp, Dingwall and Iona
  • Our list of the best things to do in Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, features the top 23 nearby activities — including 17 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, Tours, and Sights & Landmarks.
  • The results below include the top 10 things to do within the city of Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia , followed by 18 popular activities in nearby cities, including Baddeck, Inverness, Cheticamp, Dingwall and Iona
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38.3 Miles
82% 39 votes
Farms & Ranches 36028 Cabot Trail, Ingonish, Nova Scotia MoreLess Info
The Groovy Goat Farm and Soap Company cells a variety of soaps and shaving bars for customers to purchase. Guests of the location can also visit the farm animals, which include both goats and pigs.
38.3 Miles
79% 29 votes
Whale Watching Tours 101 Wharf Rd, Ingonish, Nova Scotia MoreLess Info
Visitors of the Keltic Express Zodiac Adventures will have the opportunity to view a variety of animals, including whales, dolphins, and tuna. The tour also offers scenic views of the Ingonish area.
39.3 Miles
97% 923 votes
National & State Parks Ingonish, Ingonish, Nova Scotia MoreLess Info
Visitors can camp at several different sites at Cape Breton Highlights National Park, including sites that come with electrical hook-ups. The location also features the Bog Trail, which has sign panels that highlight the importance of the area.
39.3 Miles
95% 182 votes
Hiking Trails Parc National des Hautes-Terres-du-Cap-Breton, Ingonish, Nova Scotia MoreLess Info
The Middle Head Trail is a relatively difficult hike with inclines and root-filled paths. Visitors who complete the hike will be able to take in views of the coast and waterfront.
39.3 Miles
83% 58 votes
Waterfalls Parc National des Hautes-Terres-du-Cap-Breton, Ingonish, Nova Scotia MoreLess Info
The Chutes Mary Ann Falls is a waterfall than can be accessed via a 6.5 kilometer unpaved road that can be hiked. The water at this location is too cold for swimming.
41.5 Miles
77% 22 votes
Whale Watching Tours Cheticamp, Cheticamp, Nova Scotia MoreLess Info
Whale Cruisers offers visitors the chance to search for fin, pilot, and minke whales on the Gulf of St. Lawrence. The three hour cruise on the location's 42 foot fiberglass boat are available to customers year-round.
47.6 Miles
100% 19 votes
Adventure Tour 299 Shore Rd | RR#2, Dingwall, Nova Scotia MoreLess Info
Introducing its guests to Northern Cape Breton, Sea Spray Outdoor Adventures offers them a wide array of activities depending on the season. Summer features kayaking and hiking while winter brings with it skiing and snowshoeing.
48.3 Miles
100% 20 votes
History Museums Dingwall, Dingwall, Nova Scotia MoreLess Info
From its location a short distance away from the Cabot Trail, St. Paul Island Museum provides useful information on the history of the island. The museum is adjacent to St. Paul South West Lighthouse.
48.4 Miles
89% 18 votes
Arts & Crafts Store Smelt Brook, RR#2, Dingwall, Nova Scotia MoreLess Info
From its location on Cabot Trail, Arts North exhibits and sells the works of various Cape Breton artists. Within its walls visitors can purchase jewelry, glasswork, pottery and even knitwear.
48.6 Miles
75% 4 votes
Lighthouses 575 Dinwall Road, Dingwall, Nova Scotia MoreLess Info
Situated just off the Cabot Trail, St. Paul South West Lighthouse is Canada?s sole heritage lighthouse. Here, visitors can scrutinize the unique Fresenel lens, the rotating clockwork and the light.
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