Top 10 Free Things to do in Yarmouth and Acadian Shores, Southwest Nova Scotia

May 15, 2022 Marlin Saiz

Discover the best top things to do in Yarmouth and Acadian Shores, United States including The Flight Of Fancy, Mavillette Beach Provincial Park, Belliveau Cove Municipal Park, Pond Cove Beach and Nature Preserve, Seal Cove, Yaciuk's Antiques, Clocks & Collectibles, Gilbert's Cove Lighthouse, Cape Forchu Lighthouse, Boar's Head Lighthouse, Rendez-Vous De La Baie Visitor Centre.
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1. The Flight Of Fancy

1869 Clementsvale Road, Bear River, Nova Scotia B0V 1B0 Canada +1 902-467-4171 http://theflight.ca/
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5.0 based on 61 reviews

The Flight Of Fancy

Reviewed By BackpackingGrannie - Canning, Canada

An amazing showcase of incredible art by local artisans. A must see in a quaint village off the beaten path.

2. Mavillette Beach Provincial Park

Mavillette, Municipality of Clare, Nova Scotia B0W 2H0 Canada
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5.0 based on 63 reviews

Mavillette Beach Provincial Park

Reviewed By MarkandKarenHunter - Windsor, Canada

Visited this beach several times while staying at the Cape View Motel and cottages. The beach is sandy and very clean. My family enjoyed the sandpipers and the waves. The beach has a slow slope making it wonderful for playing in the waves or enjoying your time with small children. There were very few people there during our visits. There was also a place you could rent surfboards as well as a snack bar, both near the road just off the beach. A very pleasant experience.

3. Belliveau Cove Municipal Park

3239 Highway 1, Belliveaus Cove, Municipality of Clare, Nova Scotia Canada +1 902-837-5750 http://www.novascotia.com/see-do/attractions/belliveau-cove-municipal-park/1389
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5.0 based on 13 reviews

Belliveau Cove Municipal Park

Also known as Parc Joseph et Marie Dugas Park, Belliveau Cove Municipal Park features a 5-km (3-mi) interpretive trail, a municipal park, a craft centre (open seasonally) and a lighthouse. Dig for clams at low tide as part of the new Clam Digging Experience from June to September. The park also hosts a Farmers' Market on Saturdays, May to September from 10am to 2pm and don't miss "Les Beaux Vendredis" Lobster Suppers on Friday evenings, late June to early Sept., from 6 pm to 9 pm, where visitors can feast on lobster, crab or clams while taking in the fresh sea air.

Reviewed By Green_fam3

One of our favourite, tick free, ocean view walks, nice walkway. Weekends they have a small buy cute Farmers Market. Stroller, wheel chair friendly, ocean front paved walk. Enjoyable for all, living in the area, this was a lovely choice for us!

4. Pond Cove Beach and Nature Preserve

Nova Scotia Canada
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5.0 based on 13 reviews

Pond Cove Beach and Nature Preserve

Reviewed By LaurenBowes903 - Peggy's Cove, Canada

This is a great spot for swimming, building sandcastles, beachcombing, or all of the above! Whatever your pleasure may be, you will find it at Pond Cove.

5. Seal Cove

Water Street Bay of Fundy, Nova Scotia B0V 1H0 Canada http://digbyhostel.com/digbyhostel/index.php/digby-area-hiking-trails/86-seal-cove-brier-island
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5.0 based on 26 reviews

Seal Cove

Reviewed By LaurenBowes903 - Peggy's Cove, Canada

Enjoy this relatively easy hike along the coast with views of the ocean, lighthouse, and hopefully seals!

6. Yaciuk's Antiques, Clocks & Collectibles

1385 Lake George Rd. Brenton, Yarmouth, Nova Scotia B5A 5L6 Canada +1 902-742-7510 [email protected] http://yaciuksantiques.com
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5.0 based on 13 reviews

Yaciuk's Antiques, Clocks & Collectibles

Covid-19 hours: Wed. - Sun.: 10-5. Limit of 10 people at one time. Yaciuk's Antiques in Brenton, Yarmouth Co., Nova Scotia, is a retail antique dealer specializing in clocks & music boxes, folk art from a former local collection, Hummel figurines, Bisque figurines and a variety of European porcelain. We also carry early photography, vintage kitchenware, glassware, Royal Doulton, pottery, crocks, Victoria era items, old advertising bottles, and tins, as well as furnishings and lighting. "Best of YAS" winner for #1 antique shop in Yarmouth and Acadian Shores. Our inventory changes on a regular basis, follow us on Facebook for updates. The antique shop is located on the family homestead of Ken Winter, in a renovated barn with the addition of a stained glass window from the former Zion Baptist Church, Yarmouth, NS (which was demolished in June 2014).

Reviewed By VanessaN2257

We love Yaciuk’s Antiques, Clocks & Collectibles!! The owner is so friendly and helpful. This shop is a treasure trove of beautiful antiques and collectibles ....its an adventure every time you walk in ! We absolutely love our new reading light!

7. Gilbert's Cove Lighthouse

244 Lighthouse Road, Gilberts Cove, Nova Scotia B0W 2R0 Canada http://www.gilbertscovelighthouse.com/
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4.5 based on 37 reviews

Gilbert's Cove Lighthouse

Open's yearly from June to September. Managed by Gilberts Cove & District Historical Society Volunteers.

Reviewed By 973deborah - Greenville, United States

Well worth the short drive over to the lighthouse. Also has a nice picnic area and parking lot. The museum section is full of local interest and the gift shop sells crafts by local artisans.

8. Cape Forchu Lighthouse

1854 Highway 304, Yarmouth, Nova Scotia B5A 4A7 Canada +1 902-740-1680 [email protected] http://www.capeforchu.com
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4.5 based on 508 reviews

Cape Forchu Lighthouse

Welcome to Cape Forchu, a Light Like No Other. This spectacular and unique "apple core" lighthouse is the second most photographed lighthouse in Nova Scotia and located just 10 minutes outside the Town of Yarmouth. The Cape has been welcoming visitors since 1604, when Samuel de Champlain landed and named the area "Cap Forchu," meaning "Forked tongue of land."

Reviewed By PitaLemon - Melbourne, United States

It's not just a lighthouse to take photos. It is a beautiful location to hike and enjoy the cool breezes on a hot summer day. Nice people working in the gift shop, too.

9. Boar's Head Lighthouse

Boars Head Road, Tiverton, Nova Scotia B0V 1A0 Canada
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4.5 based on 12 reviews

Boar's Head Lighthouse

10. Rendez-Vous De La Baie Visitor Centre

23 Lighthouse Rd Unit 1, Church Point, Municipality of Clare, Nova Scotia B0W 1M0 Canada +1 902-769-2345 [email protected] http://www.rendezvousdelabaie.ca
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4.5 based on 30 reviews

Rendez-Vous De La Baie Visitor Centre

The Rendez-vous de la Baie Visitor Centre, located on the campus of Universite Sainte-Anne in Church Point, is a vibrant hub where residents, students and visitors meet. The Centre houses an artist-run gallery, a visitor information centre, a souvenir boutique, a theatre, e-cinema programs, and an internet cafe with free wi-fi where various culture, music and art events are regularly held. Officially opened on August 13, 2010, the new Acadian Interpretive Centre/Museum introduces visitors to the culture of Acadians in Clare through their history, language, music and much more (donations accepted. The Centre is open year-round. Summer hours: 8 a.m. To 6 pm weekdays, 9 a.m.To 5 p.m. Saturdays/Sundays. Guided walks in Le Petit Bois trails ($). Fall Hours are in effect: Mon-Fri 8 am to 5 pm; closed Sat-Sun.

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