Andra's Guidebook for Halifax, Cape Breton, and Nova Scotia

Andra
Andra's Guidebook for Halifax, Cape Breton, and Nova Scotia

Arts & Culture

Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
559 Chebucto St
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Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site
259 Park Service Road
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Parks & Nature

Cabot Trail
Cabot Trail
This island is just nearby Baddeck. A small pontoon boat takes visitors for free across to Kidston Island from Baddeck, and it leaves from the large dock in Baddeck. Guests can also rent canoes at the beach nearby the dock and paddle to Kidston Island themselves.
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Kidston Island Lighthouse
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This island is just nearby Baddeck. A small pontoon boat takes visitors for free across to Kidston Island from Baddeck, and it leaves from the large dock in Baddeck. Guests can also rent canoes at the beach nearby the dock and paddle to Kidston Island themselves.
Google maps brought me to the wrong address, across the river, so it is best to simply take Exit 14 off the highway and head toward where the body of water seems to open to an ocean. The tidal bore viewing center is very close to the highway and consists of a visitor center and simple park with benches. It can be windy at this location. Tidal schedules can be researched online so that you may plan your roadtrip to or from Halifax to coincide with the tidal activity of the Bay of Fundy, the greatest tidal bore in the world.
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Fundy Discovery Site
103 Tidal Bore Rd
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Google maps brought me to the wrong address, across the river, so it is best to simply take Exit 14 off the highway and head toward where the body of water seems to open to an ocean. The tidal bore viewing center is very close to the highway and consists of a visitor center and simple park with benches. It can be windy at this location. Tidal schedules can be researched online so that you may plan your roadtrip to or from Halifax to coincide with the tidal activity of the Bay of Fundy, the greatest tidal bore in the world.
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Cape Breton Highlands
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Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park
149 Creighton Rd
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Two Rivers Wildlife Park
4581 Grand Mira North Rd
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Uisge Bàn Falls Provincial Park has a longer trail, as well as smaller trails that may suit many different abilities. The topography of Baddeck has a great deal of granite, and it looks more rough and stark. There are smaller loops that start from the Uisge Bàn Falls Provincial Park trail head, while the longer 1.5 hour round trip hike to the waterfall is relatively flat, but you may need to step over felled trees depending on any previous weather. The strength of the falling water from the fall will depend Please note that Baddeck has black bears in the general area overall, just so you are aware.
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Uisge Ban Falls
715 N Branch Rd
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Uisge Bàn Falls Provincial Park has a longer trail, as well as smaller trails that may suit many different abilities. The topography of Baddeck has a great deal of granite, and it looks more rough and stark. There are smaller loops that start from the Uisge Bàn Falls Provincial Park trail head, while the longer 1.5 hour round trip hike to the waterfall is relatively flat, but you may need to step over felled trees depending on any previous weather. The strength of the falling water from the fall will depend Please note that Baddeck has black bears in the general area overall, just so you are aware.

Food Scene

This is a lovely place where guests can enjoy curried chicken salad, traditional salads, sandwiches, soups, and baked goods. While I have not tried the curried chicken salad, I do enjoy the parfait with yogurt and rhubarb compote, which is tart and does not taste sweet. I also enjoy their soup specials. Locals and those stopping by alike really love this restaurant and wait in line for the baked goods and baked desserts. I have not tried the baked goods, but they are legendary among locals, who regularly buy enough to stock up in their freezer, which causes the baked goods to sell out very often.
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Dancing Goat Cafe & Bakery
6289 Cabot Trail Rd
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This is a lovely place where guests can enjoy curried chicken salad, traditional salads, sandwiches, soups, and baked goods. While I have not tried the curried chicken salad, I do enjoy the parfait with yogurt and rhubarb compote, which is tart and does not taste sweet. I also enjoy their soup specials. Locals and those stopping by alike really love this restaurant and wait in line for the baked goods and baked desserts. I have not tried the baked goods, but they are legendary among locals, who regularly buy enough to stock up in their freezer, which causes the baked goods to sell out very often.
Cabot Links has several dining options available, including a cafe that is just next to the green. I opt for the LobCobb Salad, as well as the seafood chowder, which is usually very good. There is also a restaurant upstairs with similar dishes, as well as other entrees, as well as a separate pub that features fish and chips and hamburgers. I do not really go to the pub or restaurant upstairs, but I do enjoy just going once a year to the outdoor cafe next to the golf green. The cafe is frequented by mainly golfers; it is, however, a nice quiet spot to enjoy a peaceful lunch or drink with family or a friend.
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Cabot Links Golf Course
18 Cabot Ln
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Cabot Links has several dining options available, including a cafe that is just next to the green. I opt for the LobCobb Salad, as well as the seafood chowder, which is usually very good. There is also a restaurant upstairs with similar dishes, as well as other entrees, as well as a separate pub that features fish and chips and hamburgers. I do not really go to the pub or restaurant upstairs, but I do enjoy just going once a year to the outdoor cafe next to the golf green. The cafe is frequented by mainly golfers; it is, however, a nice quiet spot to enjoy a peaceful lunch or drink with family or a friend.
Edna is one of my favorite restaurants in Halifax. The menu has something for everyone. I love the PEI-sourced steak, while others enjoy the fresh oysters, mussels with fries, and lovely soups. In my opinion, it is the best steak I have had in Nova Scotia. I get the steak every time I am in town.
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Edna
2053 Gottingen St
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Edna is one of my favorite restaurants in Halifax. The menu has something for everyone. I love the PEI-sourced steak, while others enjoy the fresh oysters, mussels with fries, and lovely soups. In my opinion, it is the best steak I have had in Nova Scotia. I get the steak every time I am in town.
Sugar Moon Farm is a log cabin that serves breakfast for long periods of time with pancakes and their lovely maple syrups made right on the property. Tours are available. The staff are very kind. There is a gift store, where guests can taste various types of maple syrup and purchase their own. There is light maple syrup from Sugar Moon Farm at Explorer's Cottage.
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Sugar Moon Farm
221 Alex MacDonald Rd
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Sugar Moon Farm is a log cabin that serves breakfast for long periods of time with pancakes and their lovely maple syrups made right on the property. Tours are available. The staff are very kind. There is a gift store, where guests can taste various types of maple syrup and purchase their own. There is light maple syrup from Sugar Moon Farm at Explorer's Cottage.
Governor's serves brunch, lunch, and dinner and is located just across the street from Sydney Harbor in Sydney, Nova Scotia. In the summer, there are often cruise ships docked at the port across the street. The menu features fresh mussels, as well as a vegetarian patty that people rave about. There are both fried and fresh recipes on the menu. There is a sunny rooftop seating area where guests can enjoy their meals if the weather permits. Sometimes, there is live music in the bar upstairs; please check local listings. The restaurant can become crowded if a cruise ship is also in port. Take out is available.
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Governors Pub & Eatery
233 Esplanade
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Governor's serves brunch, lunch, and dinner and is located just across the street from Sydney Harbor in Sydney, Nova Scotia. In the summer, there are often cruise ships docked at the port across the street. The menu features fresh mussels, as well as a vegetarian patty that people rave about. There are both fried and fresh recipes on the menu. There is a sunny rooftop seating area where guests can enjoy their meals if the weather permits. Sometimes, there is live music in the bar upstairs; please check local listings. The restaurant can become crowded if a cruise ship is also in port. Take out is available.
The menu has a lobster supper, fried cod fish and chips, sandwiches, some salads, and hamburgers. It is an older establishment, but I think that the kitchen is very clean, and I have always had a good experience there. I have ordered a simple grilled Haddock as take out, and it was very good and everyone was very kind. There is live local music at times.
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Bell-Buoy Restaurant & Supper House
536 Chebucto St
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The menu has a lobster supper, fried cod fish and chips, sandwiches, some salads, and hamburgers. It is an older establishment, but I think that the kitchen is very clean, and I have always had a good experience there. I have ordered a simple grilled Haddock as take out, and it was very good and everyone was very kind. There is live local music at times.
I recommend the Campfire Trout from this restaurant. I order this locally caught fish without the sauce and with vegetables. There are many French-influenced dishes on this menu that feature seafood in white sauces or other savory sauce based dishes.
Lynwood Inn
441 Shore Rd
I recommend the Campfire Trout from this restaurant. I order this locally caught fish without the sauce and with vegetables. There are many French-influenced dishes on this menu that feature seafood in white sauces or other savory sauce based dishes.
While I do not usually like pizza, I did try the pizza here twice, and it is very good! This place is the last to close in the village of Baddeck, and it closes at 11 pm. The pizzas are all made fresh in front of customers. There are a wide range of sizes and toppings, as well, and thick or thin crust. The atmosphere inside is very fun and lively and great for groups and families. Parking is usually available on the street in the evenings or in a parking lot next door. Both outdoor and indoor seating are available.
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Tom's Pizza
464 Chebucto St
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While I do not usually like pizza, I did try the pizza here twice, and it is very good! This place is the last to close in the village of Baddeck, and it closes at 11 pm. The pizzas are all made fresh in front of customers. There are a wide range of sizes and toppings, as well, and thick or thin crust. The atmosphere inside is very fun and lively and great for groups and families. Parking is usually available on the street in the evenings or in a parking lot next door. Both outdoor and indoor seating are available.
This restaurant is attached to the casino in Membertou, which is a busy indigenous reservation. The restaurant offers a wonderful selection of well-made entrees. I have mainly had the steak and salad options, but my guests have had a wide range of items off the menu and have enjoyed themselves. When there is live music, I have the feeling that it is packed with just locals. Therefore, this restaurant attracts both those visiting and has a loyal local following, as well.
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Kiju's Restaurant
50 Maillard St
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This restaurant is attached to the casino in Membertou, which is a busy indigenous reservation. The restaurant offers a wonderful selection of well-made entrees. I have mainly had the steak and salad options, but my guests have had a wide range of items off the menu and have enjoyed themselves. When there is live music, I have the feeling that it is packed with just locals. Therefore, this restaurant attracts both those visiting and has a loyal local following, as well.
I obtain take out from this establishment often, and the hosts are always very kind. The menu offers Mediterranean fare, with some Greek inspired side dishes, such as lemon potatoes, grilled vegetables, and some dishes with feta cheese. There are some vegetarian dishes, a large serving of nachos, and wraps. While I have not had the potatoes or other dishes, I do enjoy the Haddock wrap plain to go, as well as the beet salad.
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Flavor Downtown
16 Pitt St
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I obtain take out from this establishment often, and the hosts are always very kind. The menu offers Mediterranean fare, with some Greek inspired side dishes, such as lemon potatoes, grilled vegetables, and some dishes with feta cheese. There are some vegetarian dishes, a large serving of nachos, and wraps. While I have not had the potatoes or other dishes, I do enjoy the Haddock wrap plain to go, as well as the beet salad.
The Cedar House is a local eatery that has a diner feeling. The interior is a little like a 70s time capsule, so it is interesting to visit. Everyone is very kind and nice, and locals from the Boularderie Island work in this establishment. The food ranges from sandwiches, hamburgers, and fish and chips to fresh grilled Haddock. I think that most people will be able to find something that would fit their diet on the menu. There are also huge homemade pies and cakes, extensive baked goods, and coffee. Guests may also just stop in for Strawberry, Vanilla, and Chocolate ice cream in a cone or cup without actually sitting down for a meal. I have only had the Haddock, and it was very fresh.
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Cedar House Bakery and Restaurant
899 NS-105
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The Cedar House is a local eatery that has a diner feeling. The interior is a little like a 70s time capsule, so it is interesting to visit. Everyone is very kind and nice, and locals from the Boularderie Island work in this establishment. The food ranges from sandwiches, hamburgers, and fish and chips to fresh grilled Haddock. I think that most people will be able to find something that would fit their diet on the menu. There are also huge homemade pies and cakes, extensive baked goods, and coffee. Guests may also just stop in for Strawberry, Vanilla, and Chocolate ice cream in a cone or cup without actually sitting down for a meal. I have only had the Haddock, and it was very fresh.
I am always surprised that this restaurant is not more crowded, since it is one of my favorites in Halifax. The seafood is always very fresh and there are unusual options and unusual recipes, from local to international options. I have enjoyed a traditional, seasonal South American seafood soup at this establishment, the freshest oysters, a crab salad inside an avocado that is a staple on their menu, and half of a chilled small lobster. I would highly recommend this restaurant. You may need to cough or otherwise draw attention to yourself when you walk in, as it is often not very populated. The servers are also just wonderful here.
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Shuck Seafood + Raw Bar
5120 Salter St
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I am always surprised that this restaurant is not more crowded, since it is one of my favorites in Halifax. The seafood is always very fresh and there are unusual options and unusual recipes, from local to international options. I have enjoyed a traditional, seasonal South American seafood soup at this establishment, the freshest oysters, a crab salad inside an avocado that is a staple on their menu, and half of a chilled small lobster. I would highly recommend this restaurant. You may need to cough or otherwise draw attention to yourself when you walk in, as it is often not very populated. The servers are also just wonderful here.

Shopping

This country market serves food and has an ice cream counter. The market has many small locally made items, mainly of wood, as well as very specific clothing, such as country clothing. The market also sells local honey and preserves. I purchased the hand made signage numbers for the cottage here. The country market features a children's playground.
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The Farmer's Daughter Country Market
9393 NS-105
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This country market serves food and has an ice cream counter. The market has many small locally made items, mainly of wood, as well as very specific clothing, such as country clothing. The market also sells local honey and preserves. I purchased the hand made signage numbers for the cottage here. The country market features a children's playground.
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Mabou Farmers Market
186 Mabou Harbour Rd
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Baddeck has a pharmacy and small speciality stores, such as an ice cream parlor, a pizza parlor, a bank, and a fresh fish market right on the large dock by the waterfront. There are also a few restaurants guests may enjoy. COOP is a large grocery store, now open Monday to Sunday.
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Baddeck
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Baddeck has a pharmacy and small speciality stores, such as an ice cream parlor, a pizza parlor, a bank, and a fresh fish market right on the large dock by the waterfront. There are also a few restaurants guests may enjoy. COOP is a large grocery store, now open Monday to Sunday.

Getting Around

If you are on a late flight into Sydney Airport, please make sure that the local car rental company knows of your late reservation and that will have a representative at the airport at a late hour. Please let us know if you have any trouble, and we can arrange to have a car pick you up at the airport for a fee and bring you back in the morning to obtain the rental car.
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J.A. Douglas McCurdy Sydney Airport - Your Cape Breton Island Gateway
280 Silver Dart Way
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If you are on a late flight into Sydney Airport, please make sure that the local car rental company knows of your late reservation and that will have a representative at the airport at a late hour. Please let us know if you have any trouble, and we can arrange to have a car pick you up at the airport for a fee and bring you back in the morning to obtain the rental car.