Fleur-de-lis & Marconi Trails

Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site

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Living history and a lively port city

The Fleur-de-lis Trail begins at the Canso Causeway and winds its way along the south-eastern part of Cape Breton Island, where

Acadian fi shing villages dot the coast, hugged by untouched wilderness.

From the Fleur-de-lis Trail, continue onto the Marconi Trail, where a storied past will immerse you in its rich history. Enter the largest reconstructed fortifi ed town in North America, the 18th-century French Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site. This Canadian Signature Experience will take you where cos-tumed interpreters offer you a peek into their personas’ daily lives (see page 190). Descend into a coal mine with a retired coal miner as your guide at the Miners’ Museum in Glace Bay (see page 190). At the Marconi National Historic Site, learn how the fi rst wireless message transmitted across the Atlantic led to today’s network of global communications (see page 190).

Music is a vital part of life in this region. Feel the excitement at the award-winning Celtic Colours International Festival each fall. This Canadian Signature Experience is a nine-day Celtic music extravaganza that brings the whole Island alive with music and energy. Take in one of the performances at the Louisbourg Playhouse, a theatre-in-the-round performance venue inspired by London’s 1599 Globe Theatre (see page 190).

At the port city of Sydney, enjoy a stroll along the water front boardwalk. Take a selfi e with the giant fi ddle standing 18 metres (60 feet) tall, and check out the downtown shops along Charlotte Street. Be sure not to miss the collection of locally made one-of-a-kind masterpieces at the Cape Breton Centre for Cra� and Design (see page 190).

LeNoir Forge Museum, ArichatSituated on the historic Arichat waterfront, this 18th-century French blacksmith shop features a working forge, demonstrations, and a gi� shop. For the history buff , the site also includes a com-munity archive, genealogy centre, and a boat barn (see page 189).

Two Rivers Wildlife Park, HuntingtonGet up close and personal with over 50 native and non-native species of wildlife like lynx and black bear at this family-friendly park and wilderness area. Enjoy the wagon and sleigh rides, playground, petting zoo, and U-fi sh pond. Take a nature break by exploring the hiking and cross-country ski trails (see page 189).

Savoy Theatre, Glace BayThis historic theatre plays host to a variety of performances each year, from comedy to theatre to music. Check out the schedule of events and be sure to attend a show when you’re in town (see page 190).

Fins and Fiddles Expedition Cruise One Ocean ExpeditionsImmerse yourself in this Canadian Signature Experience with 11 days of nature, music, mari-time culture, and sea-faring fun. The Nova Scotia leg leaves from Louisbourg on a small expedi-tion cruise ship; you wake up to the mystique of remote Sable Island, where wild horses run free on grassy dunes and grey seals bark from sandy shores at waters littered with 350 shipwrecks.

Itinerary stops include Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Gros Morne National Park in Newfoundland and Labrador, and Îles-de-la-Madeleine and Anticosti Island in Québec. oneoceanexpeditions.com

Unexpected Discoveries

Celtic Colours International Festival

Sydney Cruise Pavilion

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Not-To-Be-Missed ExperiencesFinding it tough to choose an itinerary? The following suggestions will help you enjoy the richest experience in Sydney and along the Fleur-de-lis and Marconi trails. Turn to page 189 for details on these and other experiences.

Beggar’s Banquet, Louisbourg

Fortress Rum Tasting Experience

Tall Ships return to Nova Scotia as part of Canada’s 150th anniversary

Some of the ships converging in Halifax will visit the outports of Sydney, St. Peter’s, and Louisbourg, August 4–6.rdv2017ns.com

Dine at the Beggar’s BanquetPoint of View Suites, LouisbourgBased on the historical tradition of holding a secret banquet for the poor, the Beggar’s Banquet is unlike any other dining experience in Nova Scotia. In a setting reminiscent of an 18th-century working-class tavern, you are invited to get dressed up in period costumes, dine on delicious food, and enjoy the story telling, dance, and traditional French and English ballads and tunes. louisbourgpointofview.com/beggars-banquet

Rum & chocolate & camping under the starsExperience the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site, North America’s largest historical reconstruction. Take part in a tasting of “Fortress Rum” and learn about the history of Louisbourg, one of the busiest ports in North America in the 18th century, and also one of the best-known haunted places in Nova Scotia. You can even camp overnight in a period tent inside the Fortress walls. If you have more of a sweet tooth, take part in a chocolate workshop where you can make your own truffles and learn how chocolate was used 300 years ago (see page 190).

Find Your Inner ArtistCape Breton Centre for Cra� & Design, SydneyArt and cra� o�en mirror our heritage, our lifestyle, and our geography. Check out one of the “Artist-for-a-day” experiences like Finding Your Inner Mermaid in Inverness, Fabric Dyeing by the Sea in West Mabou Beach, Glass Blowing in North Shore, or Painting en Plein Air in St. Ann’s Bay. capebretoncra�.com

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Follow the footsteps of our settlersLighthouse and Old Town Trails, LouisbourgEvery footstep tells a story on these historic trails, which off er impressive views of the Fortress of Louisbourg and its rugged coast. The 2-kilometre Lighthouse Trail starts at the Louisbourg Lighthouse and winds through forests and wetlands, along the coast where soldiers once stood guard protecting Louisbourg Harbour. The nearby 2.25-kilometre Old Town Trail lies just outside the fortress walls, with inter pretive panels telling the story of the people who once lived and worked there. The trail begins at the Stella Maris Cemetery and ends near the site of the original fortifi ed town (see page 191).

Visit the birthplace of wireless communicationsMarconi National Historic Site, Glace BayGuglielmo Marconi sent the very fi rst wireless message across the Atlantic Ocean from this site in 1902, ushering in a new era of communications and technology (see page 190).

Walk in the miners’ footstepsCape Breton Miners’ Museum, Glace BayLearn about the life and struggle of Cape Breton coal miners as you tour the Ocean Deeps Colliery coal mine. Your guide, a retired coal miner, will share his personal stories and first-hand knowledge of mining (see page 190). Complete your tour with a meal at the Miners’ Village Restaurant.

Mi’kmaq Culture: Then and NowMembertou Heritage Park, MembertouLearn about the history and the culture that the Mi’kmaq of Membertou maintain to this day. Browse through Petroglyphs Gi� Shop, which specializes in traditional and contemporary Mi’kmaq arts and cra� s, and take a piece home to remember your visit (see page 190).

Cape Breton Miners’ Museum

Take a ghost tour … if you dareGhosts & Legends of Historic SydneyJoin in a spine-chilling ghost tour through the haunted streets of historic North End Sydney. Costumed guides take you through haunted heritage homes and grave-yards, enthralling you with stories of ghostly residents. Skeletons in the cellar, bodies under the fl oorboards, tales of ghostly visions, and the location of a triple execution—this is just a sample of the spooky stories of Old Sydney that await you! oldsydney.com

Tour the Sydney Fossil Cliff sCape Breton Fossil Centre, Sydney MinesAllow your imagination to take you back in time, from the lush green forests of today to the Carboniferous era, 270–350 million years ago. Guided tours of the fossil centre are offered daily; guided tours of the nearby fossil cliff s, where visitors can walk the beach and fi nd fossils to be identifi ed by the on-site geologist, are available twice per week (see page 190).

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FLEUR DE LIS/MARCONI/ SYDNEY AREA LISTINGSCommunities are listed in order as found when travelling through the region on the Scenic Travelway roads.

ACCOMMODATIONSAll properties listed have been licensed by the Province of Nova Scotia and approved by at least one of three recognized quality programs (Canada Select, NS Approved, CAA/AAA) to ensure that they are clean and comfortable. Most rates are shown as daily rates. For a key to other codes and symbols, see p. 2.

CAPE BRETON ISLAND ENTRY AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) For other listings in this area, see pp. 139 and 152.

PORT HAWKESBURYGagnon House Bed & Breakfastq. $75–85, XP $15; no tax24 Philpott St902-625-1146, 877-625-1146gagnonhouse@eastlink.cawww.bbcanada.com/9467.htmlQ,D•Ens or shared bath•24-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@B&B: 3 • Apr 1–Dec 31

Harbourview Bed & Breakfast and Motelq. $75–95, XP $15209 Granville St902-625-3224, 877-676-6886harbourview.bb@ns.aliantzinc.cawww.harbourviewbb.comQ•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@B&B: 3 Motel: 6 • Year-round

MacKenzie House Tourist Home"qccccc $120–135, XP $304 Tupper Court902-625-1026, 800-378-4042mackenziehouse@ns.sympatico.cawww.mackenziehouse.comK,Q•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@Tourist home: 4 • Year-round

Maggie’s B&Bqccccc $130–145; no tax213 Philpott St902-625-3221maggiesbb@eastlink.cawww.maggiesbb.caK,Q•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@B&B: 2 • Year-round

Maritime Inn Port Hawkesbury"pcccc. $132–218, XP $15717 Reeves St902-625-0320, 888-662-7484phadmin@maritimeinns.comwww.maritimeinns.comK,Q,D,T•Ens or pvt bath•4pm CXL•Free @Hotel: 73 • Year-round

CLEVELANDA B&B by the River"qcccc $100–110351 Helmut’s Lane902-625-6541info@by-the-river.comwww.by-the-river.comK,Q•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@B&B: 4 • Year-round

ISLE MADAME AREA

JANVRIN HARBOURVollmer’s Island Paradiseq.H $85–1201489 Janvrin’s Harbour Rd902-226-1507mail@vipilodge.comwww.vipilodge.comK/T,Q,D•Pvt bath•2-wk CXL•@Cottage: 6 • May 1–Oct 31

ARICHATL’Auberge Acadienne Inn"pcccd/ccc $85–150, XP $152375 Hwy 206902-226-2200, 877-787-2200inn@acadienne.comwww.acadienne.comK,D•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@Inn: 9 Motel: 8 • Year-round

Robin’s Harbour View Cottagesq.H $100–120, XP $20; no taxRobin’s Rd902-226-9515robinscottages@ns.sympatico.cawww.robinscottages.caQ,D•Pvt bath•8-wk CXL•@Cottage: 3 • May 15–Oct 15

D’ESCOUSSEGroundswell Guest Housepccc. $80–110, XP $203281 Hwy 320902-777-7777info@thegroundswell.cawww.thegroundswell.caB&B and pub set amid breathtaking coastal paths & nature trails. Serving locally sourced food, our pub is a great place to unwind after a day of adventuring. Live music, craft ale, great people.Q,D,2D•Ens bath•1-wk CXL•Light b’fast•@B&B: 3 • May 1–Dec 31

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RIVER BOURGEOISGrandma’s House Bed & Breakfastq. $69–79; no tax8055 Hwy 4902-535-2512, 800-811-5121sharon@website.grandmas.cawww.grandmas.caD•Shared bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@B&B: 3 • Year-round

ST. PETER’SFor listings in the St. Peter’s area, see page 179.

GRAND RIVERGuest House at Grand River Fallsqcccd.H $125; no tax1235 Loch Lomond Rd902-587-5126www.bbcanada.com/14572.htmlD•Pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@Cottage: 1 • Apr 1–Nov 30

Salmon View Housekeeping Log Cabinsp,.H $85, XP $101910 Soldier’s Cove Rd902-587-2662salmonviewlogcabins@gmail.comwww.salmonviewlogcabins.comD•Pvt bath•24-hr CXL•@Cabin: 5 • May 1–Oct 31

ST. ESPRITSt. Esprit Lake Wilderness Holiday,cccd/ccccH $89–1594834 St. Peter’s Fourchu Rd902-200-2900info@wildernessholiday.comwww.wildernessholiday.comK,Q•Ens or pvt bath•Full b’fast•@B&B: 1 Cottage: 3 • Year-round

FRENCH ROADFiddlerslake B&B and Apartmentqcccc.H $145; no tax21 Joanne Langford Dr902-727-3037relax@fiddlerslake.cawww.fiddlerslake.caQ•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@B&B: 1 • Year-round

LOUISBOURG AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS)

JUNIPER MOUNTAINMira River Cottagesqcccd.H $95–155856 Grand Mira South Rd902-727-2012, 866-550-5824mirariver@ns.sympatico.cawww.mirarivercottages.caK/T,D•Ens or pvt bath•4-wk CXL•@Cottage: 4 Motel: 2 • May 1–Oct 31

ALBERT BRIDGEOn the Mira Bed & Breakfastqccc. $100–200; no tax35 Pledge Dr902-562-5231onthemirabandb@gmail.comwww.onthemira.comD•Pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@B&B: 1 • Jun 1–Oct 15

LOUISBOURGCranberry Cove Innqccccd $105–160, XP $2012 Wolfe St902-733-2171, 800-929-0222 (Can & US)info@cranberrycoveinn.comwww.cranberrycoveinn.comK,Q,D,S•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@B&B Inn: 7 • May 15–Oct 15

Fortress Inn Louisbourgpccc.H $79–135, XP $107464 Main St902-733-2844, 888-367-5353www.louisbourg.ca/fortress_inn.htmlD,T•Ens bath•Free @Motel: 30 • May 1–Oct 31

Louisbourg Harbour Innqccccd $120–1959 Lower Warren St902-733-3222, 888-888-8466info@louisbourgharbourinn.comwww.louisbourgharbourinn.comQ•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@B&B Inn: 7 • Jun 1–Oct 15

Louisbourg Heritage House Bed & Breakfastqccccd $120–1957544 Main St902-733-3222, 888-888-8466info@louisbourgheritagehouse.comwww.louisbourgheritagehouse.comQ•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@B&B: 4 • Jun 1–Oct 15

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Lupine Cottageq.H $100, XP $10; no tax902-733-2041earlstevens@seaside.ns.caD•Pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@Cottage: 1 • Year-round

Montebello Cottageqccc.H $100, XP $10; no tax7467 Main St902-733-2519Q,T•Pvt bath•24-hr CXLCottage: 1 • Jun 1–Oct 15

Peck’s Housekeeping Cottagesqcccd.H $110, XP $102 Wolfe St902-733-2210, 888-324-0226www.louisbourg.com/riverdale/cottages.htmlD•Pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@Cottage: 7 • May 1–Oct 31

Point of View SuitesqccccH $125–299, XP $1015 Commercial St Ext902-733-2080, 888-374-8439linda.kennedy@ns.sympatico.cawww.louisbourgpointofview.comQ•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@Suite: 10 Tourist home: 9 • May 15–Oct 15 See ad p. 193.

Stacey House Bed and Breakfastqcccc. $75–100; no tax7438 Main St902-733-2317, 866-924-2242geraldine.beaver@ns.sympatico.cawww.bbcanada.com/thestaceyhouseQ,D•Ens or shared bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@B&B: 4 • Jun 15–Oct 15

Wolvespack Cottageqcccd $100–125; no tax157 West Shore Rd902-733-2062wolvespackcottage@ns.sympatico.caQ•Ens or pvt bath•24-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@B&B: 2 • Jun 20–Oct 20

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PORT MORIENPort Morien Rectory B&Bcccc $110–115, XP $152652 Hwy 255902-737-1453, 888-737-1453pmrectorybb@seaside.ns.cawww.portmorienrectorybb.caQ•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@B&B: 2 • Year-round

GLACE BAYCedarwoods Bed & Breakfastq,. $61–70, XP $1753 Turner St902-849-4767cedarwoodsbb@seaside.ns.caD•Pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@B&B: 1 • Year-round

Vespers by the Sea Bed & Breakfastccccc. $75–185, XP $1517 Eleventh St902-842-3511info@vespersbythesea.comwww.vespersbythesea.comK,Q,D,T•Pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fastB&B Inn: 8 • Apr 1–Oct 31

RESERVE MINESJacques Cartier Motelq.H $65–89, XP $101396 Grand Lake Rd902-539-4375, 800-661-7237jacquescartiermotel@seaside.ns.cawww.jacquescartiermotel.comD,2D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@Motel: 15 • Year-round

SYDNEY AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS)

NEW WATERFORDAnn & Brian’s Ocean View B&Bqccccd. $95–115185 Olive St902-862-0034annandbriansbb185@gmail.comwww.annandbriansoceanviewbb.comQ,2D,D•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@B&B: 3 • Year-round

LINGANLingan Bayview Accommodation & Breakfastqcccc $95–150, XP $202710 Lingan Rd902-862-6127Q,T•Pvt bath•24-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@B&B: 4 • Jun 1–Oct 31

SYDNEYA Charming Victorian Bed & Breakfastqccccd. $95–125115 George St902-564-0921annsbb@ns.sympatico.cawww.annsbb.comQ,T•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@B&B: 3 • Year-round

A Paradise Found Bed & Breakfast,ccccd $100–130, XP $2062 Milton St902-539-9377, 877-539-9377paradisefound@ns.sympatico.cawww.paradisefoundbb.comK,Q,T•Ens bath•Full b’fast•@B&B: 3 • Year-round

Cambridge Suites Hotel Sydneyp.JJJH $134–299380 Esplanade902-562-6500, 800-565-9466booksydney@cambridgesuiteshotel.comwww.cambridgesuitessydney.comK,2D•Ens bath•noon CXL•Buffet b’fast•Free @Hotel: 144 • Year-round

Cape Breton Universityqccd $45–60160 University Blvd902-563-1792 (8am–midnight)sylvia_clements@cbu.caT•Shared bath•24-hr CXL•@Dorm-style: 80 • May 20–Aug 14

Colby House Bed & Breakfastqcccc/ccccd. $12510 Park St902-539-4095, 855-539-4095g.gabriel@ns.sympatico.cawww.colbyhousebb.comQ•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@Suite: 4 B&B: 4 • Year-round

Comfort Inn Sydney"pcccc $100–185, XP $10368 Kings Rd902-562-0200, 800-228-5150cn251@whg.comwww.sydneynovascotiacomfortinn.comD,T,S•Ens bath•12-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@Motel: 60 • Year-round

Gathering House Bed & Breakfast,. $75–150, XP $15148 Crescent St902-539-7172 (9am–9pm)kmp38@msn.comwww.bbcanada.com/9751.htmlQ,T,S•Pvt or shared bath•Full b’fast•@B&B: 3 • Year-round

Hampton Inn by Hilton Sydney"$%pccccJJJ $139–19960 Maillard St902-564-6555, 855-564-8282www.sydney.hamptoninnbyhilton.comK,Q•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Buffet b’fast•Free @Hotel: 128 • Year-round

Hearthstone Inn Sydney"pcccd $109–199, XP $10560 Kings Rd902-539-8101, 800-422-8025reservations@hearthstonesydney.comwww.hearthstonesydney.caK,Q,D,T•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Free @Hotel: 70 • Year-round

Holiday Inn Sydney – Waterfront"pcccd $115–250300 Esplanade902-562-7500, 800-465-4329hisydney@fortisproperties.comwww.holidayinn.comK,Q,D•Ens bath•12-hr CXL•@Hotel: 152 • Year-round

Martin Arms Hotelqccc $75–150, XP $4100 Kings Rd902-567-3311, 866-999-6700www.themartinarmshotel.comQ,D,T•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@Hotel: 64 • Year-round

Royale Hotelp. $50–119, XP $15345 Esplanade902-539-2148www.royalehotelcapebreton.comQ,D•Pvt or shared bath•12-hr CXL•Free @Tourist home: 9 • Year-round

Spanish Bay InnccccH $109–27510 Pitt St902-562-5747info@spanishbayinn.caQ,D•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Buffet b’fast•Free @Suite: 12 • Year-round

Travelodge Sydneypcccd $99–199, XP $10480 Kings Rd902-539-6750, 800-578-7878www.travelodge.comK,Q,D•Ens bath•4pm CXL•Light b’fast•Free @Hotel: 114 • Year-round • See ad p. 193.

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ALBERT BRIDGEMira River Provincial Park vWp. $27–36439 Brickyard Rd902-563-3373, 888-544-3434parks.novascotia.ca/content/mira-riverE,W,U•DS•Pull-thru•Swimming: R•24-hr CXLSites: 156 o/n • Seasonal

CATALONELake View Treasures Campground & RV Park pccd[F]cc[R] $24–415785 Hwy 22902-733-2058www.louisbourgcampground.comE,W,Se,U•DS•Swimming: L,P•@•48-hr CXLSites: 132 (76 o/n) • Jun 1–Sep 30

LOUISBOURGRiverdale R.V. Park qcccd[F]c[R] $25–359 Riverdale St902-733-2531gary.peck@ns.sympatico.cawww.louisbourg.com/riverdaleE,W,Se,U•Pull-thru•Free @•72-hr CXLSites: 36 o/n • May 15–Oct 15

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RIVER RYANRiver Ryan Campground p. $25, XP $25779 Union Hwy902-862-8367E,W,Se,U•C/T/Y•Swimming: O•@•72-hr CXLSites: 42 o/n • May 31–Oct 31

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LITTLE BRAS D’ORArm of Gold Campground and Trailer Park pcccd[F]ccc[R] $30–5024 Church Rd902-736-6516, 866-736-6516camp@armofgoldcamp.comwww.armofgoldcamp.comE,W,Se,U•Pull-thru•C/T/Y•Free @•24-hr CXLSites: 140 o/n • Jun 1–Oct 1

At the Harbourfront B&B Innqcccd. $85–105, XP $15123 Pierce St902-241-3001harbourfront@eastlink.caharbourfrontbandb.comQ,D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@B&B Inn: 9 • Year-round

Chamber’s Guest House. $70–125, XP $1564 King St902-794-7301, 866-496-9453chambersbb@gmail.comwww.bbcapebretonisland.comQ,D,T•Ens, pvt or shared bath•Full b’fastB&B: 4 • May 1–Nov 1

Clansman Motel"pcccd/cccJJH $89–125, 9 Baird St XP $10902-794-7226, 800-565-2668reservations@clansmanmotel.comwww.clansmanmotel.comQ,D,T,S•Ens or pvt bath•24-hr CXL•@Cottage: 3 Motel: 43 • Year-round

Heritage Home Bed & Breakfastp. $105–120, XP $20; no tax110 Queen St902-794-4815, 866-601-9123heritagehome@ns.aliantzinc.cawww.bedandbreakfastnorthsydney.comQ,S•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@B&B: 4 • Year-round

Highland Motelpccd. $70–85, XP $5530 Seaview Dr902-794-4530, 877-994-4530highlandmotel@eastlink.cawww.highlandmotel.netD•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@Motel: 20 • May 1–Oct 31

Hotel Northpcccd $95–250, XP $1039 Forrest St902-794-8581, 800-561-8585reservationshotelnorth@gmail.comwww.hotelnorth.caK,Q,D,T•Ens bath•@Hotel: 101 • Year-round

MacNeil’s Motel"pccc $69–89, XP $61424 Hwy 105902-736-9106Q,D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@Motel: 17 • May 15–Oct 31

Weary Gardener Bed and Breakfast Suiteq,ccccd. $110–120; no tax40 Richardson Ave902-270-2987wearygardener@gmail.comwww.wearygardenerbedandbreakfast.comQ•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@B&B: 2 • Year-round

SYDNEY RIVERCeilidh House Bed and Breakfastcccc $1253 Monteray Dr902-577-9838ceilidhhousebb@gmail.comK,Q•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fastB&B: 2 • Year-round

HOWIE CENTREWhite Maples Bed & Breakfastq. $65–75; no tax258 Curry St902-564-4674pamdroberts@hotmail.comwww.whitemaplesbedandbreakfast.comD•Shared bath•24-hr CXL•Light b’fast•Free @B&B: 2 • Year-round

SYDNEY FORKSChristie’s Bed & Breakfastp,. $55, XP $15; no tax2486 Kings Rd902-564-9364ojchristie1@gmail.comQ,D,T•Shared bath•12-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@B&B: 3 • May 15–Sep 15

Garden Court Cabinsp.H $75–130, XP $52518 Kings Rd902-564-6201lyndonfarrell@syd.eastlink.caD•Pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@Cabin: 9 • May 15–Oct 31

Linden Tree Bed & Breakfastqcccd $99–105, XP $15; no tax19 Edgewater Dr902-567-6244, 888-567-6244lindentreebb@resteasy.cawww.resteasy.caQ,D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@B&B: 3 • Year-round

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NORTH SYDNEYA Boat to Sea Bed & Breakfast"p,ccccc. $105–145; 61 Queen St no tax902-794-8326, 855-580-9540aboattoseabb@bellaliant.netwww.aboattosea.comQ,D•Ens or pvt bath•1-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@B&B: 3 • Year-round

Aaron’s Dove House Bed & Breakfast Harboursideq. $110–130, XP $20108 Queen St902-794-7126, 866-794-3642reservationsdovehouse@ns.aliantzinc.cawww.bbcanada.com/7714.htmlQ•Ens or pvt bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@B&B: 3 • Year-round

CAMPGROUNDSAll campgrounds listed have been approved by CampingSelect and/or NS Approved to ensure that they meet the required standards. For a key to symbols and codes, see p. 2.

LOUISBOURG AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS)

HUNTINGTONTwo Rivers Wildlife Park Campground p. $40–454581 Grand Mira North Rd902-727-2483tworivers@seasidehighspeed.comwww.tworiverspark.caE,W,Se•Swimming: R•Free @•24-hr CXLSites: 75 o/n • May 15–Oct 31

ATTRACTIONSThis category includes national parks, historic sites, museums, and other attractions. See also listings under Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods; Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans; Outdoors; and Trails. For a key to symbols and codes, see p. 2.

ARICHATLeNoir Forge Museum 708 Veterans Memorial Dr902-226-9364islemadamehistoricalsociety@gmail.comwww.imhs.caAdmission: D • Jun 1–Oct 14 •W;

HUNTINGTONTwo Rivers Wildlife Park 4581 Grand Mira North Rd902-727-2483www.tworiverspark.caMany native Nova Scotian wildlife in a natural 500-acre setting, including black bears, white-tailed deer, moose and cougars. Campground; fishing; trails for walking/skiing.Admission: $ • Year-round •W

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SYDNEY MINESSydney Mines Heritage Museum and Fossil Centre 159 Legatto St902-544-0992www.sydneyminesheritage.caAdmission: $ • May 16–Oct 16 •W

LOUISBOURGFortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site P58 Wolfe St902-733-3552louisbourg.info@pc.gc.cawww.parkscanada.gc.ca/louisbourgNorth America’s largest historic reconstruction— a fortified French town with costumed animators and artisans who re-create 18th-century life. Certified service animals permitted; no pets.Admission free in 2017 • May 22–Oct 9 •;

Louisbourg Playhouse 11 Aberdeen St902-733-2996michele@louisbourgplayhouse.cawww.louisbourgplayhouse.caJul 2–Oct 11 •W

Station Hill Amusements 27 Harbourfront Cres902-733-3033May 24–Sep 30 •W

Sydney & Louisburg Railway Museum 902-733-2720www.novascotiarailwayheritage.com/louisbourg.htmAdmission: D • Jun 1–Sep 30 •W

MAIN-À-DIEUMain-à-Dieu Fishermen’s Museum 2886 Louis-Main-à-Dieu Rd902-733-2258office.mcda@gmail.comAdmission: D • Year-round •W

GLACE BAYCape Breton Miners’ Museum 17 Museum St902-849-4522marypat@minersmuseum.comwww.minersmuseum.comAdmission: $ • Jun 1–Oct 18 •;

Glace Bay Heritage Museum 14 McKeen St902-842-5345office@oldtownhallglacebay.cawww.oldtownhallglacebay.caAdmission: $ • Apr 1–Dec 31 •W

Marconi National Historic Site P15 Timmerman St, Table Head902-842-2530information@pc.gc.cawww.parkscanada.gc.ca/marconiThe site from which Guglielmo Marconi transmitted the first official wireless message across the Atlantic. Photos and artifacts of Marconi’s life; model of the original station.Admission: D • Jul 1–Sep 4 •;

Savoy Theatre 116 Commercial St902-842-1599pam@savoytheatre.comwww.savoytheatre.comAdmission: $ • Year-round •W

DOMINIONDominion Heritage School House Museum 6715 Hwy 28902-849-0551cmmacintyre@cbrm.ns.caAdmission: D • Jul 2–Aug 31 •;

NEW VICTORIAFort Petrie Military Museum 3479 New Waterford Hwy902-862-2505fortpetrie@bellaliant.comMay 15–Sep 30 •W

SYDNEYBeaton Institute Archives 1250 Grand Lake Rd902-563-1329beaton@cbu.cawww.cbu.ca/beatonYear-round •W

Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science 225 George St902-539-1572oldsydneysociety@ns.aliantzinc.cawww.oldsydney.comAdmission: D • Year-round •W

Casino Nova Scotia – Sydney 525 George St902-563-7777www.sydney.casinonovascotia.comYear-round •W

Cossit House Museum v75 Charlotte St902-539-7973oldsydneysociety@ns.aliantzinc.cacossithouse.novascotia.caAdmission: $ • Jun 1–Oct 15

Highland Arts Theatre 40 Bentinck St902-565-3637highlandartstheatre@gmail.comwww.highlandartstheatre.comAdmission: $ • Year-round •W

Jost Heritage House (c 1787) 54 Charlotte St902-539-0366Admission: $ • Jun 1–Oct 30

Membertou Heritage Park 35 Su’n Awti902-567-5333www.membertouheritagepark.comAdmission: $ • Year-round •W

St. Patrick’s Church Museum 87 Esplanade902-562-8237oldsydneysociety@ns.aliantzinc.cawww.oldsydney.com/st-patricks-church- museumJun 1–Aug 31 •W

Whitney Pier Historical Society Museum 88 Mt Pleasant St902-562-8454wphs@syd.eastlink.cawww.whitneypiermuseum.orgJun 1–Aug 29NORTH SYDNEYNorth Sydney Historical Society 309 Commercial St902-794-2524nsydmuseum@ns.sympatico.caApr 1–Oct 31 •W

Northside Downs 102 Regent St902-794-1449carl@harnessracingcapebreton.comMay 2–Nov 7 •;

GALLERIES, SHOPS, ARTISTS & ARTISANS

These listings identify some of the artisans in the region and some galleries and shops whose products are primarily made in Nova Scotia. The “Open Studio” designation identifies artisans who open their personal studios to the public so you can watch them work.

PORT HAWKESBURYBarb’s Quilts16 Straitview St902-625-1546barbsquilts@ns.sympatico.caOpen Studio Artisan • Media: Fibre May 1–Nov 1

Wooden Horseshoe Designs603 Crandall Rd902-631-6161reynolds.w@seasidehighspeed.comMedia: Stone & bone, wood • Year-round •W

LOUISDALECape Breton Antler Art31 Harbourview Cres902-345-2453cb.antlerart@gmail.comOpen Studio Artisan • Media: Stone & bone Jun 15–Sep 15SYDNEYCape Breton Centre for Craft & Design322 Charlotte St902-270-7491info@capebretoncraft.comwww.capebretoncraft.comMedia: Multiple media • Year-round •W

Cape Breton University Art Gallery1250 Grand Lake Rd902-563-1342www.cbu.ca/art-galleryMedia: Paintings & prints • Year-round •W

Leo MacNeil Designs1892 Kings Rd902-562-1510Open Studio Artisan • Media: Stone & bone, wood • Year-round •W

RESTAURANTS(PURCHASED LISTINGS)

For more extensive information, pick up a copy of the Restaurant Association of Nova Scotia’s Dine Nova Scotia or Taste of Nova Scotia’s Culinary Adventure Guide. Also visit edining.ca and tasteofnovascotia.com. See p. 2 for a key to the symbols and codes.

PORT HAWKESBURYMiller’s Tap & Grill and Church Street Patio717 Reeves St902-625-5250, 888-662-7484phadmin@maritimeinns.comwww.maritimeinns.com/millersType: Informal, lounge • Specialty: CanadianLicensed • Year-round •"NW

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POINT MICHAUDPoint Michaud Beach Provincial Park v3796 Point Michaud Rdparks.novascotia.ca/content/ point-michaud-beachCategory: Parks; Supervised Beaches Seasonal •;

HUNTINGTONTwo Rivers Wildlife Park 4581 Grand Mira North Rdtworivers@seasidehighspeed.comwww.tworiverspark.caCategory: Fishing (Stocked Lakes); Riding & Hay Rides; Sleigh Rides; Cross-country Skiing Year-round •W

ALBERT BRIDGEMira River Provincial Park v439 Brickyard Rdparks.novascotia.ca/content/mira-riverCategory: Parks; Cross-country Skiing Seasonal •W

MIRAMira Gut Beach 45 Mira Bay Drwww.nsls.ns.ca/mira-gut-beachCategory: Supervised Beaches • Jul 1–Aug 25

DOMINIONDominion Beach Provincial Park v48 Lower Mitchell Aveparks.novascotia.ca/content/dominion-beachCategory: Parks; Supervised Beaches SeasonalSYDNEYDobson Yacht Club 600 Westmount Rd902-562-0062dobsonyachtclub@ns.sympatico.cawww.dobsonyachtclub.orgCategory: Marinas & Yacht Clubs Year-round •W

Framework Cycle & Fitness 333 George St902-567-1909, 866-567-1909info@frameworkfitness.comwww.frameworkfitness.comCategory: Equipment RentalsKy Year-round

Lingan Golf & Country Club 1225 Grand Lake Rd902-562-1112d.rowe@lingangolf.comwww.lingangolf.comCategory: Golf Courses • May 1–Oct 30

TRAILSAlthough used primarily as walking and hiking trails, Nova Scotia’s trails may also be used for other activities, which are identified by the symbols shown. Most trails are available for use year-round, but in winter may not provide maintenance or parking; use discretion. Trail maps and information can also be found at trails.gov.ns.ca and novatrails.com.

PORT HAWKESBURYPort Hawkesbury Community Trails Reeves St 10 km902-625-7891www.townofporthawkesbury.ca/ parks-and-trailsTrail Uses: YLSy • Year-roundHUNTINGTONTwo Rivers Wildlife Park 4 km4581 Grand Mira North Rd902-727-2483tworivers@seasidehighspeed.comwww.tworiverspark.caTrail Uses: YLSy • Year-round •;

LOUISBOURGLouisbourg Lighthouse Trail 2 kmHavenside RdTrail Uses: L • Year-round

Louisbourg Old Town Trail P 2.2 kmHwy 22, near the Parks Canada Visitor Centre902-733-3552www.pc.gc.ca/eng/lhn-nhs/ns/louisbourg/activ/sentiers-trails.aspx#oldtownTrail Uses: L • Year-round

ARICHATArichat Seafood Market2392 Hwy 206902-226-0091www.premiumseafoods.ns.caType: Informal • Specialty: Sandwiches, seafood • Year-round •N

Capt’n Kenny’s Fresh Fish & Chips2632 Hwy 206902-594-2278order@kennysfresh.comwww.kennysfresh.comType: Fast food • Specialty: Fish and chips, seafood • Apr 25–Dec 15 •N

La Goélette à Pépé Café2393 Hwy 206902-631-4051sales@lagoelette.cawww.lagoeletteapepe.caType: Cafe/tea room • Specialty: DessertsYear-round •NW

LOUISBOURGGrubstake Restaurant7499 Main St902-733-2308grubstake@grubstake.cawww.grubstake.caType: Family dining, informal Specialty: Canadian, seafoodLicensed • Jun 15–Oct 12 •NW

SYDNEYGovernor’s Pub & Eatery233 Esplanade902-562-7646chefardon@ns.aliantzinc.cawww.governorseatery.comType: Fine dining, pub • Specialty: SeafoodLicensed • Year-round •N%

MEMBERTOUKiju’s Restaurant50 Maillard St902-562-6220info@kijus.comwww.kijus.comType: Family dining, informal Specialty: Seafood • Licensed Year-round •"$%NW

OUTDOORSThese listings feature public parks, recreation and nature-based activities. Many are season-specific and/or weather-dependent so please confirm when booking.For information about outdoor experiences offered by Tour Operators, please see the Tour Operator section on page 204.

JANVRIN HARBOURVollmer’s Island Paradise 1489 Janvrin’s Harbour Rd902-226-1507mail@vipilodge.comwww.vipilodge.comCategory: Dive Shops • Jul 1–Oct 15PONDVILLEPondville Beach Provincial Park v219 Pondville North Rdparks.novascotia.ca/content/pondville-beachCategory: Parks • Seasonal

MARTINIQUELennox Passage Provincial Park v2313 Hwy 320parks.novascotia.ca/content/lennox-passageCategory: Parks • Seasonal •;

WESTMOUNTPetersfield Provincial Park v1126 Westmount Rdparks.novascotia.ca/content/petersfieldCategory: Parks • Year-round

NORTH SYDNEYSeaview Golf & Country Club 902-794-4111www.seaviewgcc.comCategory: Golf Courses • May 1–Oct 30

SYDNEY MINESSydney Mines Heritage Museum & Cape Breton Fossil Centre 159 Legatto St902-544-0992smheritage@ns.aliantzinc.cawww.cbfossil.orgCategory: Geology: Rocks, Minerals & Fossils Jun 16–Sep 12 •W

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• Newly renovated guest rooms• Mariner’s Galley Restaurant on site• Big Land Bar providing local entertainment on the weekends• Large patio with a spectacular view of the North Sydney Harbour and downtown North Sydney• Closest accommodations to the Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal• Free Wi – Fi and parking

HOTEL NORTH – THE PLACE TO STAY WHILE YOU ARE AWAY!

HOTEL NORTH

Hotel North 39 Forrest St (902) 794-8581 | 1-800-561-8585 | hotelnorthns@gmail.com | www.hotelnorth.ca/north-sydney

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• 117 Air-conditioned rooms• Complimentary breakfast• 50% with Harbour views• Indoor pool• Fitness Club• Located near the Newfoundland

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Travelodge

SydneyNice Rooms. Great People. It’s our promise and we take it seriously. When you stay at the Travelodge Sydney you can look forward to a friendly welcome, a comfy room, and a price that will make you smile.

SydneyDirect: 902.539.6750480 Kings Road, Sydney, NS

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Open May 15–Oct 31 for both Tents and Trailers.

Wildlife Park: Open Year-Round.

50 Species of Animals and Birds. Hiking, Picnics & Hay/Sleigh Rides.

4581 Grand Mira North Road, Huntington • 902-727-2483www.tworiverspark.ca

Two Rivers Wildlife Park