Alexander Graham Bell National Historic
Site of Canada
Chebucto St (Hwy 205), Baddeck
Bell’s lifetime of genius and
compassion has touched us all. Discover how he produced the fastest
boat in the world; bridged the gap between sound and silence; marvel at
his improvements to the phonograph; see giant kites, airplanes and, of
course, the telephone. Hands-on activities. An original artifact,
films, photographs.
Admission charged; group rates.
Cape Breton Highlands National
Park of Canada
Cape Breton Highlands Area, Cheticamp
Cape Breton Highlands National
Park protects 950 km2 (366 sq. mi.) of magnificent highlands and
coastal wilderness in northern Cape Breton. The Cabot Trail, weaves
through the park. The park offers 26 hiking trails, camping, golf,
wildlife, swimming, Cabot Trail look-offs and much more. Interpretive
programs at outdoor theatres in summer. The Cheticamp Information
Center (wheelchair-accessible) offers a large exhibit on sightseeing
and hiking opportunities, nature puzzles and games, a slide show and a
large nature bookstore.
Park entry fee charged
Acadian Museum
5067 Main St, Cape Breton Highlands Area, Cheticamp
Small display of relics of the
Acadian people of this area. Demonstrations of wool carding, spinning,
weaving and rug hooking. Craft shop featuring locally made hooked rugs.
Acadian-style food served. French spoken.
Admission free, donations
welcome.
Flora's
Cheticamp, NS, B0E 1H0
Cape Breton Handcrafts, hooked
rugs, pottery, pewter, quality souvenirs and much more. Open 7 days a
week
Whale
Cruisers Ltd
Cheticamp, NS, B0E 1H0
Only whale cruise with a
spectacular view of the Cabot Trail. Join us as we set sail to discover
Minke, Pilot and Fin whales in the intimate beauty of their natural
environment. Bird watchers can see Bald Eagles, Gannets and a wealth of
other sea birds along with the breathtaking views of the spectacular
Cape Breton coastline.
Admission Fees
Wesley's Whale Watch
Pleasant Bay, Cape Breton
They provide, close up encounters with Whales for awesome photo opportunities, knowledgeable tour guides, raingear and motion bracelets (seasick aids) when required, hydrophone to hear Whales sing and underwater video camera.
Tours on our Cape Island Style vessel run 9:30, 11:30, 1 pm, 3 pm and 5pm daily between May 15th and October 15th. The full scheduled 5 tours daily operate from late June until mid September, off season schedule (early may to late June and mid September to late October varies, due to whales ,weather, and demand, call for details.
Whales: From May 15 to late October, they provide sightings of fin whales (75 ft long), Pilot Whales (very similar to killer whales), Humpback Whales, Minke Whales, Sei Whales and Dolphins.
They provide, thermal flotation suits that go over your clothes and covers you from your neck to ankles, it acts as a windbreaker and life jacket and keeps you warm and dry. The best quality whale sightings in Nova Scotia, close up encounters with whales (5-20 feet away) and get you incredible photo opportunities! Comfortable padded seating.
Tours on their Zodiac vessel run daily 9 am – 11 am - 1 pm between May 1st and October 15th. Not recommended for people with neck or back problems or pregnant women.
Fares: adult $39 - children $19 - Tours last approximately 2 hours.
* FESTIVALS
The Gaelic College of Celtic Arts
& Crafts
St. Ann’s
2nd annual Cape Breton Solo
Piping
and 44th Annual Highland Dance Competitions Englishtown
Dates: Mid July
Festival
of Cape Breton Fiddling
St. Ann's
Gaelic College of Celtic Arts
&
Crafts. Well over 100 fiddlers take the stage, as well as hundreds of
other performers. Workshops in fiddling, piano, step dancing and fiddle
repair, concerts and dances will be part of the weekend. Concessions on
the grounds.
Dates: Mid August
Three
Fiddler Concert & Ceilidh Dances
691 Egypt Road, Margaree Valley
Best of Cape Breton fiddlers
entertaining ceilidhs and family dances.
