10 Things to Do in Windsor That You Shouldn't Miss

September 1, 2017 Roger Rusk

Discover the best top things to do in Windsor, Canada including ONTREE Fun & Adventure Park, Avondale Sky Winery, Sainte-Famille Wines Limited, Luckett Vineyards, Haliburton House Museum, Avon River Heritage Society Museum, Dill's Atlantic Giant Pumpkin Farm, Fort Edward National Historic Site, Mitchener Point Lighthouse, Windsor Hockey Heritage Centre.
Restaurants in Windsor

1. ONTREE Fun & Adventure Park

370 Ski Martock Rd, Windsor, Nova Scotia B0N 2T0, Canada +1 902-798-8855
Excellent
80%
Good
17%
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Poor
3%
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 63 reviews

ONTREE Fun & Adventure Park

Ontree Park offers excitement and physical challenges for people of all ages and ability. We provide a number of high rope courses, zip lines, and other activities among the trees of Martock. Having combined European standards with Canada’s Supreme environment, we are proud to present the Ontree Park as one of the best of its kind in the country. With decades of experience in special construction, safety, and rescue fields, we ensure a safe and fun experience for you and your family.

Reviewed By MajaMontreal - Montreal

As part of the Scouts Canadian Jamboree program our patrol signed up for zip lining at this venue. It was so much more. There are lines and walkways of various levels allowing even the most timid of participants to have fun discovering they actually can do it. There was a great introductory area where we could get comfortable with moving about in the trees and then really good long zip lines for those wanting to do more. Staff was patient and friendly explaining the techniques. Equipment was in good condition so we always felt safe.The owner was present assessing the groups and offering alternatives to those waiting their turn. The mud run is a great adventure for those so inclined. I would definitely recommend this adventure for both families and friends to spend an invigorating day in the woods.

2. Avondale Sky Winery

80 Avondale Cross Rd, Newport Landing, Nova Scotia B0N 2A0, Canada +1 902-253-2047
Excellent
77%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.5 based on 65 reviews

Avondale Sky Winery

It's here where the elements perfectly align. Gentle southern slopes nurture acres of vines against the backdrop of an ever-changing tidal landscape, rolling hills and the panoramic Avondale sky. Visit us for a unique wine experience in our award winning tasting room and restaurant. Enjoy tastings, tours and lunch at our Winery restaurant D'Vine Morsels. Our small batch wines are crafted with care are sure to please along with our fresh local inspired lunch menu. But don't take our word for it......

Reviewed By Carol J - Fredericton, Canada

Very well set of for tasting and lunch. We had the carrot coconut soup and apple, Brie, Sandwich, plus sampled three wines. Everything was delicious. Also a great assortment of jams, salts and jellies available.

3. Sainte-Famille Wines Limited

11 Dudley Park Lane | Rr#2, Falmouth, Nova Scotia B0P 1L0, Canada +1 902-798-8311
Excellent
51%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
0%
Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 12 reviews

Sainte-Famille Wines Limited

Located in Falmouth, Sainte Famille is one of Nova Scotia's oldest wineries. We have vinted award winning wines for over 25 years from the beauty and warmth of our estate vineyard. Our wines celebrate the distinctly coastal terroir that has been coaxed from the earth, the sun and the very vines that anchor us in scenic Falmouth N.S... We invite you to join us and enjoy one of two patio areas, each with their own stunning views. Our friendly staff will assist you with both tasting and tours. The gift shop offers unique, locally sourced items, as well as our complete wine profile. Our Pavilion area is excellent for weddings and other gatherings. We offer speciality tours that will introduce you to Nova Scotia wines and include a truly unique experience with our wine maker, Tony Barkhouse. Sainte-Famille continues to proudly produce Tidal Bay, the signature white wine of Nova Scotia.

Reviewed By Isabelle L - Moncton

I went to a wedding there and they served the wine that was delicious. For the wedding part of it we had about 120 people so next to no place for a dance floor that was also uneven. The food was served by a local caterer hired by the bride and groom and food was good. I was not a fan of the bugs in the venue....the room we were in had screens but the doors were wide open letting in all the bugs.

4. Luckett Vineyards

1293 Grand Pre Rd, Wolfville, Nova Scotia B4P 2R3, Canada +1 902-542-2600
Excellent
64%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
4%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 542 reviews

Luckett Vineyards

Crisp maritime breezes, legendary ocean tides and brilliant Sunshine meet to create an outstanding terroir on a hillside overlooking the magnificent Gaspereau Valley. Here, Luckett Vineyards captures the magic of Nova Scotia's distinctive character through wines that truly are worth phoning home about. We're open from May to October, and it's never too early to start planning your visit. Stop in and try our exciting new Buried Red, Phone Box White, Rosetta Rose, along with award-winning favourites including L'Acadie, Tidal Bay, as well as delightful wines made from locally grown fruit.

Reviewed By Lesterbeach - Winnipeg, Canada

We had the last tour of the season. Our guide was interesting, informative and informal. He had a lot of knowledge about the vines. The wine tasting was only $5. Nice shop and Gardens. Fantastic views. Me Luckett was even working in the shopThank you for your review! We hope to have you back!

5. Haliburton House Museum

414 Clifton Ave, Windsor, Nova Scotia B0N 2T0, Canada +1 902-798-2915
Excellent
39%
Good
61%
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 28 reviews

Haliburton House Museum

Reviewed By Barbara F - Cerritos, California

We visited here during a road trip of Nova Scotia. This is a charming old home that still has some of the unique contents of its former owner. The guides are very knowledgeable and shared many stories, including showing us a delightful secret compartment in a desk. They knew lots of details. There seems to an an attached hockey museum - not of particular interest to us, but others might enjoy.

6. Avon River Heritage Society Museum

17 Belmont Rd, Newport Landing, Nova Scotia B0N 2A0, Canada +1 902-757-1869
Excellent
50%
Good
50%
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4.5 based on 4 reviews

Avon River Heritage Society Museum

Reviewed By Judy G - Indianapolis, Indiana

What a beautiful spot. The museum was very interesting. Tasha gave us a tour and told some wonderful stories about the history of the area and ship building. Very interesting artifacts and loved the character of the building, particularly it's sloping floor. We were headed to Avondale Sky Winery for a tasting and lunch, so did not eat but the little restaurant was lovely. The staff were very friendly and I thoroughly enjoyed the time I spent there.

7. Dill's Atlantic Giant Pumpkin Farm

400 College Rd, Windsor, Nova Scotia B0N 2T0, Canada +1 902-798-2728
Excellent
65%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 22 reviews

Dill's Atlantic Giant Pumpkin Farm

Reviewed By KLG1995 - Motherwell, United Kingdom

Our thanks to the staff who spent some time with us, explaining about the area, the crops, local pumpkin traditions, etc. The small gift shop sells THE most lovely apple/pumpkin scented candles - I've bought and burned these before and they are great. Take a walk up to the long pond and see where ice hockey started.

8. Fort Edward National Historic Site

67 Fort Edward Street | B0n 2t0, Windsor, Nova Scotia, Canada +1 902-798-2639
Excellent
32%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
36%
Poor
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Overall Ratings

4 based on 28 reviews

Fort Edward National Historic Site

Reviewed By JHChicago2014 - Chicago, Illinois

What remains of this fort is interesting to see. The blockhouse is the oldest one in all of North America and you can go upstairs. I thought it funny that there is a plaque on the front honoring one of the supporters of Bonnie Prince Charlie. There is a guide on the first floor of the blockhouse who is happy to answer any question that you might have.

9. Mitchener Point Lighthouse

Lighthouse Road, Hantsport, Nova Scotia B0P 1P0, Canada
Excellent
100%
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5 based on 1 reviews

Mitchener Point Lighthouse

Reviewed By Peyts69 - Halifax Region, Canada

When we drove down Lighthouse Road, on the west side of the Avon River, near Hantsport, to see the Mitchener Point Lighthouse, we were surprised to see "Private Property" and "No Trespassing" signs posted. We spoke with a resident further back on Lighthouse Road, and after discussing the purpose of our visit, the resident was kind enough to call the lighthouse property owner and ask if permission could be granted for us to visit; the property owner was happy to invite us in.
The property owner (whom I'll refer to by the pseudonym "Jimmy", so as to respect his privacy) was absolutely fantastic. Jimmy advised us of a bit of the history of the lighthouse; we also learned that he is actually the owner of the lighthouse, as he purchased it sometime ago, and that he personally does all the upkeep and pays the property taxes for it.
The lighthouse is very cool, and unlike any other I have seen to date. The light is no longer functioning as the solar replacement it was given, once the electrical feed was removed, is non-operational. I quite loved the place, likely because the property is kept in immaculate condition and because Jimmy was very cool.
Though Jimmy was very hospitable in allowing us on his property to record the lighthouse with a drone, I would not recommend people add this to their list of places to visit; this lighthouse is now completely private property, and I am sure that Jimmy would not appreciate people taking it upon themselves to walk though/on his yard.

10. Windsor Hockey Heritage Centre

414 Clifton Avenue | B0N 2T0, Windsor, Nova Scotia B0N 2T0, Canada
Excellent
27%
Good
63%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
5%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4 based on 18 reviews

Windsor Hockey Heritage Centre

Reviewed By Elsaschraeder - Hamilton, Canada

My husband and I stumbled across this museum when we were driving from Halifax to the wineries in the Annapolis valley and pulled off the highway. The hockey museum is in the same building as Haliburton House and both were very well done. The tour guides for both were very knowledgeable, but gave you your 'space' to look around. My husband (a big hockey fan) was impressed by the collection and said that, had the items been in the Hockey Hall of Fame, you wouldn't have been able to get so close to them. I enjoyed the displays dedicated to women's hockey and Indigenous origins of the game. The grounds around the museum are lovely and a nice place for a stroll. If you're in the area, it's a nice place to stop. We were there for approx. 45 mins - 1 hour and then continued on our way. They also have some unique souvenirs (blankets, t-shirts, hats) that my husband picked up for hockey-fan family members.

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