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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 3 attractions in Baddeck

NRKT is situated on the Murray Rd. in North River, Cape Breton Island Nova Scotia, Canada

Attraction type: Group tour/boat
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 2 attractions in Englishtown
Attraction type: Group tour/boat
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 22 attractions in Cape Breton Island

One of the most magnificent loop drives in North America treats visitors to the spectacular scenery of the Cape Breton Highlands.

Attraction type: Scenic drive
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 56 attractions in Halifax

Immerse yourself in the rich marine history depicted by this museum's vast collection from binnacles and buoys to anchors and armaments.

Attraction type: History museum; Military museum; Maritime museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 2 attractions in Joggins
Attraction type: Geological formation; Natural history museum; Tourist/visitor center
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 3 attractions in Ingonish

Treasures abound throughout the headlands and rugged cliffs of Cape Breton Highlands with its abundant wildlife, spectacular scenery and human history dating back to the last Ice Age.

Attraction type: National park
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 1 attractions in Louisbourg
Attraction type: Historic site; Historic village; Specialty museum; Military base/facility
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 6 attractions in Lunenburg
Attraction type: Group tour/boat
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 56 attractions in Halifax

Oldest provincial Parliament building still in use in Canada; a visit to its legislative library is recommended.

Attraction type: Government building; Architectural building; Historic site
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 56 attractions in Halifax

Experience an exciting part of Canada's history by visiting this 18th-century fort with a sweeping view of downtown Halifax.

Attraction type: Historic site; Military museum; Lookout
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 2 attractions in Advocate Harbour

Sea Kayaking the highest tides on earth paddling the Bay of Fundy while exploring Cape Chignecto Park in Nova Scotia, Canada. Experience the towering cliffs with waterfalls tumbling to the sea, sea stacks, caves and arches. It's a kayaking wonderland!

Attraction type: Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 3 attractions in Baddeck

This museum chronicles the life and career of Alexander Graham Bell with its rich collection of artifacts and documents accumulated by Dr. Bell and his family during their time in Nova Scotia.

Attraction type: History museum; Historic site; Museum complex
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 1 attractions in Tiverton

Ocean Explorations Whale Cruises is run by Marine Explorations and Research Ltd. Tour director, biologist Tom Goodwin, has overall training and experience in the fields of marine and wildlife biology...

Attraction type: Ship
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 56 attractions in Halifax

Where can you go to have a few drinks, watch dancing chickens and have a fun time? Try this popular waterfront bar in Halifax.

Attraction type: Bar/club
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 56 attractions in Halifax

This beautiful Victorian-inspired garden has been open to the public since 1875 and remains as one of Halifax's most beautiful and cherished sites.

Attraction type: Garden
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 56 attractions in Halifax

Plan a visit to this national testament to the Canadian immigration experience, which pays tribute to the citizens of Canada who have enriched this culturally diverse country.

Attraction type: History museum; Historic site
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 56 attractions in Halifax

Now open to the public as a memorial, this ship was used in World War II to escort convoys.

Attraction type: Ship; Historic site
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 6 attractions in Lunenburg

This museum tips its hat to the rich fishing heritage of Canada's Atlantic Coast by offering a wealth of attractions and activities, from boarding the banks schooner Theresa E. Connor to talking with "old salts" who fished the North Atlantic.

Attraction type: History museum; Maritime museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 3 attractions in Ingonish
Attraction type: Hiking trail
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 22 attractions in Cape Breton Island
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