Antigonish

— primary source) Antigonish North America > Canada > Atlantic Canada > Nova Scotia > Northumberland Shore > Antigonish Antigonish is the main town in the Northumberland Shore region of Nova Scotia . Antigonish is primarily a service hub for the surrounding region, with the largest employers being St. Martha's Regional Hospital and St. Francis Xavier University.

Antigonish is at the junction of the Highway 104 ( Trans-Canada Highway ) and Highway 7 . On Highway 104, Antigonish is approximately 60 km (37 mi) east of New Glasgow and 120 km (75 mi) east of Truro .

Antigonish Community Transit runs a single bus route that runs on an hourly schedule M-F 9AM-4PM. They also offer a door-to-door service. There are multiple taxi services in town.

The town has some distinctive architecture, particularly the campus of St. Francis Xavier University . 🌍 Antigonish Highland Games , 91 Main St ( Columbus Field ), ☏ +1 902 863-4275 . In a week-long celebration of its Scottish heritage, the town hosts its annual Highland Games every July. There are competitive events, concerts and other activities. 🌍 St. Francis Xavier University ( StFX ), 5005 Chapel Square , ☏ +1 902-863-3300 . One of the highest-ranked universities in Canada, StFX's campus has a mix of architectural styles - many of which are of interest to photographers. ( updated Nov 2017 ) 🌍 St Ninian's Cathedral , 121 Saint Ninian Street , ☏ +1 902 863-3147 . One of two Roman Catholic churches located on the grounds of St. Francis Xavier University, St Ninian's Cathedral is the Episcopal Seat for the Diocese of Antigonish and the largest church in the town. ( updated Jul 2017 ) 🌍 Antigonish Heritage Museum , 20 East Main St , ☏ +1 902 863-6160 , [email protected] . July-August: M-Sa 10AM-5PM; Sept-June: Tu-F 10AM-noon and 1PM-4PM; closed holidays . A small-town museum in a converted railway station, strong in local historical and genealogical resources. ( updated Nov 2017 )

Outdoor activities in the Antigonish area include hiking, fishing, and exploring the natural landscape of Nova Scotia. In winter, snow-based activities such as cross-country skiing and snowshoeing may be available. Check locally for seasonal events, festivals, and guided tours that showcase the region's culture and heritage.

🌍 Main Street Café , 158 Main Street ( in the Maritime Inn ). Daily 7AM-9PM (Su from 8AM) . A focus on fresh seafood. Excellent seafood Primavera. Mains $15-25 . ( updated May 2017 ) 🌍 Justamere Cafe & Bakery , 137 Church St ( in the Claymore Inn & Suites ), ☏ +1-902-735-3353 . Su 8AM-3PM, M-W 7AM-3PM, Th-F 7AM-9PM, Sa 8AM-9PM . A full Maritime small-town cafe, with baked goods and frozen meals available to go. ( updated Jun 2023 )

🌍 The Townhouse Brewpub & Eatery , 76 College St , ☏ +1 902-863-2248 . Tu and Su 4PM-11PM, W-Sa 4PM-midnight . ( updated Nov 2017 )

🌍 Maritime Inn Antigonish , 158 Main Street , ☏ +1-902-863-4001 , toll-free: +1-833-863-4400 , [email protected] . On the main street. Non-smoking. ( updated Jun 2023 ) 🌍 Homeward Inn , 41 James St , toll-free: +1-800-251-0008 , [email protected] . Check-in: 3PM , check-out: 11AM . A little out of the centre, close to the university. Non-Smoking. ( updated Jun 2023 ) 🌍 Southside Vacations 1 Bedroom Apartment , 65 Aveline Avenue , ☏ +1 905 5158465 , [email protected] . Check-in: 3PM , check-out: 11AM . Spacious, one-bedroom apartment with water views from every window. Enter from a private patio. The pebble and rock beach is down a short path (200'). The apartment is in a natural rural setting. $150 . ( updated Jun 2022 ) 🌍 Claymore Inn & Suites , 137 Church Street , ☏ +1-902-863-1050 , toll-free: +1-888-863-1050 , [email protected] . Check-in: 4PM , check-out: 11AM . Rooms and suites/apartments. Has an indoor pool. Discounts offered on their website are 10% off for seniors, 50% off for clergy. ( updated Jun 2023 )

On the west side of town, there are the usual big box stores. 🌍 Peace by Chocolate , 32 Bay Street , ☏ +1 902 870-6077 . 8AM-9PM . Chocolates, made on-premises by a Syrian refugee chocolatier and his family. ( updated Nov 2017 ) 🌍 Antigonish Market Square , 133 Church St , ☏ +1 902 863-1596 . The closest shopping mall to StFX. Tenant stores include NSLC (a government-run liquor store) and PSEUDIO (an Atlantic Canada clothing-store chain). ( updated Nov 2017 )

Cape George Point is a half-hour's drive north of Antigonish. The views are spectacular (on a clear day, you can see both Cape Breton and Prince Edward Island ) For those interested in literary travel , the point is the setting of Robert Munsch's book Lighthouse . West to New Glasgow (and on to Truro ), east to Cape Breton (the Canso Causeway is only 40 minutes away), or southeast to Guysborough . Routes through Antigonish Truro ← New Glasgow ← W E → Canso Causeway → Port Hastings → Sydney / North Sydney via Truro ← New Glasgow ← W E → Jct E → Canso Causeway → Port Hastings → Sydney END ← N S → Porters Lake → Halifax This article is issued from Wikivoyage . The text is available under Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0 unless otherwise noted. Additional terms may apply for the media files.