Things To Do
Theatre Baddeck
Theatre Baddeck: Professional theatre with a Cape Breton flavour Since 2015, Theatre Baddeck has delighted visitors to beautiful Cape Breton with high quality professional theatre that is both hilarious and heartwarming. Ranked #1 on ‘Things to Do’ on TripAdvisor for... LEARN MORE
Baddeck Marine
Baddeck Marine is a professional boat maintenance facility open year-round in the Village of Baddeck, on the shores of the beautiful Bras d’Or Lake in Cape Breton Island. We provide marina services, yacht maintenance and a fully-stocked marine store. 2023... LEARN MORE
Cabot Discovery Tours
Nestled in the heart of Nova Scotia's breathtaking Cape Breton Island, Cabot Discovery Tours has established itself as a premier way to experience one of Canada's most iconic scenic routes. Operating from the charming village of Baddeck, this tour company... LEARN MORE
Sailing CBI
Set sail upon Canada’s largest inland saltwater sea, the Bras d’Or Lake, aboard the Cape Bretoner 1 luxury catamaran. Depart from picturesque Baddeck, along the world-famous Cabot Trail, enjoy breathtaking scenic views and Cape Breton’s famous hospitality while sailing the... LEARN MORE
Bell Bay Golf Club
18-hole, par 72, 7037 yd. Rating 74.8; Slope 144. Beautiful Thomas McBroom championship course high above the Bras d'Or Lakes, overlooking the bay.Awarded Best New Course in Canada '98 by Golf Digest; Nova Scotia Amateur, Nova Scotia Mid-Amateur Atlantic Golf... LEARN MORE
Baddeck Forks Golf Club
9-hole, par 36, 3000 yd. Rating 68.2; Slope 106. Gentle course with views of Baddeck River, valley and mountains. LEARN MORE
Uisge Bàn Falls Provincial Park
Uisge Bàn Falls Provincial Park is a 1.5-hour round trip hike to a spectacular waterfall on Cape Breton Island, 14.5 km (9 mi) north of Baddeck (Highway 105, Exit 9). A 1.5-km (1-mi) trail leads to this spectacular 15-m (50-ft)... LEARN MORE
Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
French follows below | Le français suit ci dessousBe inspired by the fascinating life and work of Alexander Graham Bell – inventor, scientist, teacher, and devoted family man. Wake up your own spirit of innovation through diverse experiences, as you... LEARN MORE
Bras d’Or Yacht Club
The Bras d’Or Yacht Club has been a staple on the water and in the community of Baddeck, Nova Scotia since 1913. The upper lounge, The Tiller and Wheel provides a warm welcoming atmosphere, where you can relax, socialize and... LEARN MORE
Amoeba Tours on the Winstar
Amoeba Tours on the WinStar offers a lively 90‑minute scenic cruise from Baddeck, blending engaging local history, wildlife encounters, and warm Cape Breton hospitality. Guests enjoy spacious enclosed and open‑air seating, a licensed bar, and 360‑degree views of the Bras... LEARN MORE
Baddeck Gathering Céilidh
The name “The Baddeck Gathering” Céilidh came from a popular fiddle tune of the same name that was recorded by many Cape Breton musicians including Winston Fitzgerald, Howie MacDonald, Johnnie Wilmot and the late Charlie MacCuspic to whose memory the... LEARN MORE
Gairloch Mountain Falls
Black Brook (Gairloch Mountain Falls)Height: 15 mDistance (one way): 1 kmDifficulty: ModerateElevation: 120 mHiking Time: 1 hourCellphone Coverage: Yes (intermittent)Finding the Trailhead: From Highway 105 west of Baddeck, turn onto Middle River West Road and then turn left onto Gairloch... LEARN MORE
TNT’s Cape Breton Highlands Snowmobile Tour
TNT Outdoor Adventures offers Nova Scotia’s only fully guided UTV and snowmobile trail tours in the breathtaking Cape Breton Highlands. Explore rugged backcountry trails with our knowledgeable local guides—no experience needed and all gear included. Open year-round and welcoming to... LEARN MORE
Cape Breton TNT Trail Tour
Let us guide you from the base of Crowdis Mountain Wilderness area to one of Cape Breton’s best views, Cape Clear. At over 1,500 feet in elevation, you’ll have an unparalleled view over the highlands and picturesque Margaree River. With up... LEARN MORE
Sail Cape Breton
Sail Cape Breton offers tailored private charters aboard a 41-foot luxury yacht, combining comfort, performance, and scenic cruising on the Bras d’Or Lakes and beyond. Guests can relax on the teak-finished deck, enjoy spacious mahogany interiors with three cozy cabins... LEARN MORE
North River Kayak Tours
Experience the beauty of Cape Breton from a different perspective with North River Kayak Tours, the island’s premier destination for sea kayaking for over 30 years. Nestled along the scenic shores of St. Ann’s Bay, our tours offer a perfect... LEARN MORE
Bird Island Boat Tours
Bird Island Boat Tours offers a memorable cruise to the nearby Bird Islands, where you can admire puffins, seabirds, seals, and bald eagles in season as you explore the scenic Cape Breton coastline. Up to three tours depart daily from... LEARN MORE
Donelda’s Puffin Boat Tours
Donelda’s Puffin Boat Tours offers a fun, family-friendly boat trip from Englishtown along the Cabot Trail to the famous Bird Islands, home to colourful Atlantic puffins, seabirds, bald eagles, and grey seals. Guests travel in a comfortable covered vessel with... LEARN MORE
Colaisde na Gàidhlig / The Gaelic College
Perched above the breathtaking waters of St. Ann’s Bay on the Cabot Trail, Colaisde na Gàidhlig / The Gaelic College invites visitors into the heart of Cape Breton’s Gaelic culture. Here, lively fiddle tunes spill from open doors, step dancers... LEARN MORE
Great Hall of the Clans Museum
The Great Hall of the Clans Museum at the Gaelic College in St. Ann’s is a warm, light-filled space where stories of Gaelic settlers come vividly to life. Here, an engaging interactive museum traces the journey of Highland immigrants from... LEARN MORE
Wednesday Night Céilidhs
Experience Cape Breton’s living Gaelic culture at the Wednesday Night Céilidhs at Colaisde na Gàidhlig / The Gaelic College in St. Ann’s. These lively, family-friendly evenings light up the Cabot Trail with blazing fiddle tunes, driving piano, and high-energy step... LEARN MORE
Highland Village Museum
Perched on a stunning hillside overlooking the Bras d’Or Lake in Iona, Baile nan Gàidheal / Highland Village is Cape Breton’s immersive window into Nova Scotia’s vibrant Scottish Gaelic heritage. This outdoor living history museum and Gaelic folklife centre spans... LEARN MORE