Lunenburg Travel Guide

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Lunenburg
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Lunenburg
Hear tales of old sea voyages, see humpback whales, navigate waterways and appreciate the traditional architecture of this old port town.

Located on the South Shore of Nova Scotia, Lunenburg is a port town with a past that stretches back more than 250 years. Explore the history of the town's fishing industry, see historic architecture and embark on a whale-watching cruise.

Lunenburg was a British colonial settlement founded in the middle of the 18th century. During the following century, the coastal community became a major fishing centre, which still flourishes today. 

Learn about Lunenburg’s fishing heritage at the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic. Browse exhibits and explore ships moored on the dockside. Step onto Canada’s oldest salt bank schooner and listen to retired fishermen and captains tell stories of their voyages. The museum also houses one of the most extensive aquariums on the east coast of Canada. Among the animals you will see here are eels, crabs and giant lobsters. 

Walk into the centre of town to see more of Lunenburg’s history. Look at the well-preserved old wooden buildings, some of which date back to the 18th century. Step inside Knaut-Rhuland House, built in 1793. The old wooden residence is now a museum dedicated to the early history of the town. See period furniture, Victorian artifacts and early 19th-century fireplace surroundings.

While you are in Lunenburg, spend some time on the water. Set sail for a maritime adventure by going on a boat cruise. From the deck of your vessel, enjoy the view of the town's brightly painted buildings and the lighthouse at the end of the breakwater. From June to October, head out to sea on a whale-watching tour and marvel at the pilot and humpback whales that pass by the area on their migration. 

Lunenburg is approximately a 2-hour drive southwest of Halifax, where there is an international airport. Give yourself at least a few days to enjoy the town’s scenic beauty, history and waterways.

Smugglers Cove Inn
Smugglers Cove Inn
4 out of 5
139 Montague Street, Lunenburg, NS
The price is Rp1.918.314 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
Rp1.918.314
Rp2.206.010 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Lunenburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and a hair salon. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (569 reviews)
"The room was very clean,,, the hot water first time trying was quite long in getting hot. It was our first time staying there and it was very comfortable."

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2024

Smugglers Cove Inn
The Dockside Inn & Restaurant
The Dockside Inn & Restaurant
3 out of 5
84 Montague Street, Lunenburg, NS
The price is Rp1.420.300 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
Rp1.420.300
Rp1.633.345 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 3-star inn in Lunenburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (433 reviews)
"Staff were so friendly, great food at the restaurant, right in the historic district!"

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2024

The Dockside Inn & Restaurant
Brigantine Inn & Suites
Brigantine Inn & Suites
3 out of 5
82 Montague Street, Lunenburg, NS
The price is Rp1.249.864 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
Rp1.249.864
Rp1.437.344 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Lunenburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and a gift shop. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (449 reviews)
"Wonderful experience."

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2024

Brigantine Inn & Suites
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Cameo Hotel and Suites
Cameo Hotel and Suites
3 out of 5
1572 Barrington St, Halifax, NS
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and Netflix. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (225 reviews)
"Great location, clean, comfortable beds, easy check-in"

Reviewed on 19 Nov 2024

Cameo Hotel and Suites
Windmill walk
Windmill walk
3 out of 5
63 Windmill Rd, Dartmouth, NS
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly apartment in Dartmouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk ...
9/10 Wonderful! (144 reviews)
"I would go there another time. Clean, quiet building."

Reviewed on 17 Nov 2024

Windmill walk
Micro Boutique Living Wolfville
Micro Boutique Living Wolfville
3.5 out of 5
336 Main Street, Wolfville, NS
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Wolfville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the convenient parking and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (891 reviews)
"We stayed here for 1 night, beautiful view of the bay of Fundy. We were travelling with our 2 yorkies, so we really got our exercise, we were on the 3 floor, no public elevator so a lot of stairs, property was lovely."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2024

Micro Boutique Living Wolfville
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