Top 7 Iconic Landmarks on the South Shore

Top 7 Iconic Landmarks

We’ll admit we’ve never done the math on the number of marvellous things there are to see and experience here on Nova Scotia’s South Shore – but we’ll ballpark it at a million. While we’re busy adding – we’ll give you these Top 7 Iconic Landmarks to get you started. Enjoy!

Peggy’s Cove

Peggy's Cove Tourism Nova Scotia Photographer Acorn Art Photography

The most-photographed in Canada, this iconic white and red lighthouse lashed by sea spray proudly marks the entrance to the sheltered cove that’s filled with gently bobbing fishing boats. It’s a Nova Scotian image for every visitor’s photo album. It’s postcard-perfect, even shrouded in mist.

Bluenose II

Bluenose II credit Tourism Nova Scotia (1)

Nova Scotia’s world-famous sailing ambassador Bluenose II, a replica of the original schooner depicted on the Canadian dime, has drawn thousands of visitors to the Lunenburg waterfront. Visit their official site for all the details bluenose.novascotia.ca.

Oak Island

Oak Island photo credit Tourism Nova Scotia

The Oak Island mystery refers to stories of buried treasure and unexplained objects. Explore Oak Island, where one of the world’s most famous mysteries awaits. Tours must be booked online ahead of time, as access to the island is otherwise prohibited due to the ongoing treasure hunt. Visit their official site for all the details oakislandtours.ca

Ross Farm Museum

Ross Farm Museum credit Tourism Nova Scotia

Step back in time at Ross Farm Museum and explore 60 acres of rolling farmland to discover what life was like on a Nova Scotia family farm over 100 years ago. An authentic living heritage site, much of the farm remains the same as it was in the 1800s. The museum is open year-round so plan to climb aboard for a sleigh ride! Visit their official site for all the details rossfarm.novascotia.ca

Black Loyalist Heritage Centre

Communications Nova Scotia Photographer Len Wagg

Enjoy the view of Birchtown Bay when you climb up the Shaw Turret, which commemorates all Black Loyalist communities. Visit the Lindsay Gallery for a multimedia presentation of the Black Loyalist Journey from Africa to the United States, then Nova Scotia, and back to Africa. Explore the virtual copy of Carlton’s Book of Negroes and search for your ancestors. Before you leave, create a virtual quilt square about your experience. Visit their official site for all the details blackloyalist.novascotia.ca

Crescent Beaches

Crystal Crescent Beach Lockeport Tourism Nova Scotia

The South Shore offers tons of beaches and two unique ones, both named Crescent Beach! The one located in LaHave is a 2 km long crescent-shaped beach and the only drivable beach in Nova Scotia. The other located in Lockeport is a white sand beach causeway that connects the peninsula of Lockeport to mainland Nova Scotia. This iconic landscape was featured on the Canadian 1954 series $50 bill. For details on these beaches and more click here.

Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site

Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site Tourism Nova Scotia

The heart of our region and the centre of the UNESCO Southwest Nova Biosphere Reserve, Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site abound with untamed natural beauty, wildlife, and rich Mi’kmaw history. Please note, for 2020 camping is limited due to renovations, but the Park remains open. Just outside Liverpool you’ll also discover Kejimkujik National Park Seaside with sand dunes and secluded beaches. Visit their official site here for all the details.

Once you’ve had a chance to visit these Top 7 Iconic Landmarks – be sure to check out more of the amazing things there are to See and Do here on Nova Scotia’s South Shore.

Back to Stories...

Lighthouse divider

Discover The Emerald Light Kitchen & Bar

“Don’t judge a book by its cover.” Oh sure we’ve heard that one before, but one look at The Emerald [...]

The Wonders of Winter Stargazing

If you’ve ever heard the old saying “Cold is the night when the stars shine bright” you should know there’s [...]

Indoor Swimming Pools

Let’s begin with the fact that we love our beaches. They are spectacular and they are there to enjoy 365 [...]

South Shore’s Special Stuff

We can’t wait for you to arrive so you can see and experience all of South Shore’s Special Stuff. We’ve [...]

SAVE THE DATES 2025

Don’t get us wrong – we adore autumn and go full-on festive for the holidays, but truth be told our [...]

How the Lady Loves Lobster Rolls

When you love lobster as much as we love lobster – you’re bound to cross paths with some lovely fellow [...]

Kejimkujik Celebrates Mi’kmaw Culture

While you will often here the locals refer to it as Keji – the full name of this remarkable place [...]

ALL THAT NATURE and MORE!

We here on Nova Scotia’s South Shore are so incredibly proud to be the home of Keji! That’s the all-encompassing [...]

Climb Castle Rock

If you’re coming to our corner of the planet you really need to put “Climb Castle Rock” on your MUST [...]

Discover Unforgettable Adventures this Autumn at Kejimkujik National Park Seaside!

As the summer sun gently transitions to the warm hues of fall, an extraordinary opportunity awaits at Kejimkujik National Park [...]

Top 7 Iconic Landmarks

We’ll admit we’ve never done the math on the number of marvellous things there are to see and experience here [...]

South Shore “ACTION”

We get plenty of “ACTION” here on the South Shore. Now we don’t want to brag or anything but we’ve [...]

Lighthouse Lovers

We here on Nova Scotia’s South Shore are tried and true lighthouse lovers. They have always stood as a beacon [...]

Soak in Our Beaches

Just like the license plate says – Nova Scotia is Canada’s Ocean Playground – a title most deserving especially when [...]

Music Is In The Air

There’s no question we’re famous for our seafood and our scenery. Second to none, but it should be noted – [...]

Look to the Tides

Did you know that no matter where you stand in Nova Scotia – you are never further than 60km/37miles from [...]

Farmers Markets

The land, the sea, the people. Those are the threads – woven together over centuries to create that one-of-a-kind tapestry [...]

We Love Camping

Oh how we love camping. All the wide-open spaces. All the fresh salt air. The sun to greet you as [...]

Ross Farm Museum is a “Must Do”

When you make your way throughout Nova Scotia’s South Shore – be sure to include a trip back in time [...]

Swissair Flight 111 Memorial Sites

September 2, 1998 at 10:31 p.m. Atlantic daylight saving time – the moment passenger airliner Swissair Flight 111 crashed 5 [...]

10 Ways to Experience The Lobster Crawl on Nova Scotia’s South Shore

read the full story by Davey and Sky Here in Nova Scotia Canada, we love lobster so much that we [...]

Indigenous perspective, community involvement central to climate change activism exhibit

by Kathy Johnson When South Shore Tourism Cooperative member organization Cape Sable Historical Society partneredwith museum studies PhD student Shauna [...]

Celebrate the SEAson

Make the merriest of memories this holiday season with a visit to Nova Scotia’s South Shore. You can check off [...]

Showcase Market MORE ON THE SHORE!

We’re so excited to announce a brand new initiative. One that encapsulates so much of what makes Nova Scotia’s South [...]

Cheers to Lobster Crawl Teamwork

Here at the South Shore Tourism Cooperative, we thrive on partnership. Working together with our amazing members to ensure their [...]

5 Fav Winter Adventures Along The South Shore Of Nova Scotia

By Davey & Sky Need a change of scenery? Good news! For a breath of fresh air and fun, let [...]

Cailin’s 5 Favourite Activities in February on the South Shore of Nova Scotia

By Cailin O’Neil When winter comes in Nova Scotia many of us hide inside under our fuzzy blankets by the [...]

Sip & Savour Lobster Crawl 2022

We’re famous for our scrumptious seafood here on Nova Scotia’s South Shore. Fishing off the coast in those great Atlantic [...]

5 Family Favourites on Nova Scotia’s South Shore this February

By Helen Earley The slow, cold period between Christmas and March Break is one of our family’s favourite times to [...]

The Big Deal With Winter Beaches

That title of “Canada’s Ocean Playground” – well it’s good all year long! Oh sure our over 30 beaches are [...]

Celebrate August Bucket List Contest

THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED – BIG thanks to EVERYONE who entered!!! See WINNER at the bottom of the post [...]

Chester Playhouse Theatre’s “Playhouse Without Walls”

For more than 80 years the Chester Playhouse Theatre has been welcoming everyone to the Seaside Village and presenting world-class [...]

Wile’s Lake Farm Market: Food, Flowers & Fun

For over 30 years now Wile’s Lake Farm Market in Wileville, Nova Scotia has been welcoming folks from near and [...]

Kejimkujik National Park & National Historic Site

If you love the great outdoors then you’ve just gotta get to Kejimkujik National Park & National Historic Site because [...]

Celebrate Bluenose 100

We’re so excited for the centennial salute to this Canadian Icon with festivities and events all year long. Sure hope [...]

March Break on the South Shore

Need a little help with what to do over the March Break? Our good pal Darcy Rhyno has gathered some [...]

7 Sweet Valentines Stops on the South Shore

Happy February!In the second month of the year, often considered to be the last month of winter we celebrate African [...]

Heritage Weekend on the South Shore

What is Heritage Day and Why Should You Spend the Long Weekend on the South Shore? By Darcy Rhyno In [...]

Celebrate Christmas Crawl

Mark your calendars and make your plans to celebrate the SEAson here on Nova Scotia’s South Shore. Our Christmas Crawl [...]

FOR THE LOVE OF LOBSTER 2020

This Event Round-Up comes courtesy of TourismChester.ca When we got together with the great team at Oak Island Resort & [...]

Top 10 Lobster Crawl Events

This list comes courtesy of our friends at Simple Local Life As you know, there is nothing we love more [...]