Not just another pretty place. Here, you’ll find a lifetime of adventure packed on our 175-kilometre-long Island. Iconic topography gives way to a living history, where each cove and inlet reveals welcoming communities, distinct cultures, stunning wilderness, and more of the story.
Discover Downtown Sydney’s self-guided walking tour of locally curated art and cultural installations!
Relax and unwind in one of our four season, pet friendly cottages or glamping tents. Nestled among the trees between the rolling waves of the Atlantic Ocean and the stunning mountain range.
Zip along the rugged shores in search of whales, dolphins, seals, leatherback turtles, puffins, eagles and more! Sure to be the highlight of your vacation!
Surrounded by my sculpture garden, enjoy sunsets & ocean views from your hot tub or deck in this unique creative space. Stay includes a private artist led tour of the sculpture garden and gallery.
Set your own pace on a self-guided tour along our peaceful shores, through quaint fishing villages and picturesque Acadian communities.
Steps away from the Atlantic Ocean stands Lantern Hill & Hollow, an enchanting beach house on a hill overlooking its own charming seaside village of beachfront cottages nestled in the hollow below.
Experience Cape Breton Highlands at dusk! Hike the Skyline Sunset, marvel at Stars on Mica Hill, enjoy a Lantern Walk at Freshwater Lake, and explore Seeing in the Dark at Warren Lake.
Picture yourself gliding down the river in your kayak with eagles soaring high above. Picture a unique, hand crafted wilderness cabin with you sitting on the deck, coffee in hand gazing at the river.
Embrace the opportunity to have a historical and artistic experience by staying for a night at the vintage Royal Hotel established since 1895.
Capt. Mark’s is Pleasant Bay’s most experienced whale watching company. Operating for 30 years, Capt. Mark takes you along Cape Breton’s coastlines in search of Pilot, Minke, Finback and Humpbacks.
Stay with us any Sunday night in the hotel and receive a $25 gift card for the restaurant (#1 in Cape Breton) when you mention this promotion. Must be mentioned during booking of the room.
Stunning landscapes demand exploration. Climb a mountain. Explore the coast. Get outside and discover our Island’s adventurous heart.
You’ll hear it before you see it. A rhythmic drumming, the intermingling of three mother tongues, the soft tap of pointed toes, a flurry of fiddle strings—the heartbeat of our Island.
You won’t just see 18th-Century France, you’ll live it. Brush past marching French soldiers.
Through straits and canals, coastal communities and Canada’s only inland sea, get to know our corner of the Atlantic. From port to port, there’s plenty to explore by charter, tour or on your own.
A flavour as unique as our destination. Small-scale and self-sustained, Cape Breton serves-up fresh ship-to-shore shellfish, succulent Atlantic lobster, and Island-inspired culinary delights with an East Coast twist.
Coastal curves and endless adventure await you on Cape Breton Island. Through quaint communities, Highland peaks, and tree-fringed trails, you’ll learn the true definition of open road.
Highlands, links—this isn’t Scotland, but it sure plays like it. Some of the world’s finest courses and 175-kilometres of stunning terrain to explore. Golf was invented for places like Cape Breton Island.
On Cape Breton Island you will find tunes around every turn! Music is our heart and soul.
Nestled along the rugged southern coast of Cape Breton Island, Gabarus is a quaint seaside village that offers visitors a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Membertou is a vibrant Indigenous community nestled in the heart of Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia. With its rich history, cultural attractions, and warm hospitality, Membertou offers visitors a unique and unforgettable experience.
Nestled along the shores of Bras d'Or Lake, you'll find Eskasoni, one of five Mi'kmaq communities found on Cape Breton Island. Steeped in ancient history and rich in cultural heritage, here you'll have the opportunity to learn about how Canada's Fir
With its rich history, diverse attractions, and warm hospitality, Inverness offers visitors a unique blend of culture, golf, and relaxation. So, let's delve into what makes this small town on Canada's Musical Coast such a special destination.
Just north of the Cabot Trail is a beautiful corner of Cape Breton Island filled with rugged coast lines, mountains that plunge to the sea and some of the Island's most colourful characters.
Don't put that camera away just because it's cold! Winter on Cape Breton Island is an Instagrammer's wonderland.
There are direct flights to Sydney from Halifax, Toronto and Montreal and from other North American and European cities via those cities. If traveling by ground, the Trans-Canada Highway 104 leads to Cape Breton Island.
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