Mahone Bay

Nova Scotia, Canada

About Mahone Bay

— primary source) Mahone Bay North America > Canada > Atlantic Canada > Nova Scotia > South Shore (Nova Scotia) > Mahone Bay Mahone Bay is a village of 1,000 people (2021) along the South Shore of Nova Scotia in Lunenburg County. Situated on the northwest shore of its namesake bay, it is a long-standing picturesque tourist destination.

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How to reach

Mahone Bay is about 85 km (53 mi) southwest of Halifax, the most efficient way to reach Mahone Bay is by car; it can be accessed from Highway 103 from exits 10 and 11. Rental cars are available at the Halifax International Airport.

Mahone Bay is best explored on foot if staying in the town centre, though a car is useful for reaching attractions in the surrounding area. Local taxi services may be available. Cycling is a popular option in warmer months, with scenic routes connecting nearby points of interest.

Things to do

Mahone Bay's "Three Churches" . An iconic image of Nova Scotia, frequently photographed and featured on postcards and calendars. ( updated Jan 2023 ) 🌍 St. James' Anglican Church , 65 Edgewater Street . ( updated Jan 2023 ) 🌍 St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church , 89 Edgewater Street . ( updated Jan 2023 ) 🌍 Trinity United Church , 101 Edgewater Street . ( updated Jan 2023 )

Dynamite Trail ( part of Rum Runners Trail ). Shared use 10 km woodland and lakeside trail from Martin's River to Mahone Bay. ( updated Jan 2023 ) 🌍 Sail and See , 683 Main St (Mahone Bay Civic Marina) , ☏ +1 902-541-0399 , [email protected] . Provides private sailing charters of Mahone Bay. ( updated Mar 2023 )

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Food & Dining

🌍 Betty's at The Kitch ( Kitch'inn Boutique Hotel & Wine Bar ), 319 Main Street , ☏ +1 902 624-0797 . ( updated Jan 2023 ) 🌍 Boulangerie La Vendéenne , 500 NS-325, Blockhouse ( 2.5 km E of Mahone Bay ), ☏ +1 902-531-3090 . French bakery and café. ( updated Jan 2023 ) 🌍 Mateus Bistro , 533 Main Street , ☏ +1 902-531-3711 , [email protected] . ( updated Jan 2023 )

Cafes & Nightlife

🌍 Saltbox Brewing Company , 363 Main Street , ☏ +1 902-624-0653 , [email protected] . ( updated Jan 2023 )

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Places to Stay

🌍 Fairmont House Bed & Breakfast , 654 Main Street , ☏ +1 902-624-8089 , [email protected] . ( updated Jan 2023 ) 🌍 Fisherman's Daughter Bed & Breakfast , 97 Edgewater Street , ☏ +1 902-624-0660 , [email protected] . ( updated Jan 2023 ) 🌍 Kitch'inn , 319 Main Street , ☏ +1 902 624-0797 , [email protected] . ( updated Jan 2023 ) 🌍 Oak Island Resort & Conference Centre , 36 Treasure Drive, Western Shore ( 11 km NE of Mahone Bay ), ☏ +1 902-627-2600 , toll-free: +1-800-565-5075 , [email protected] . ( updated Jan 2023 ) 🌍 River Ridge Lodge , 28 Silver Point Rd, B0J 2E0 ( 5 km NE of Mahone Bay ), ☏ +1 902-531-2284 , [email protected] . ( updated Mar 2023 )

What to buy

🌍 Amos Pewter , 589 Main Street , toll-free: +1-800-565-3369 , [email protected] . M-Sa 9AM-5PM, Su 10AM-5PM . Established in the 1974, Amos Pewter offers hand-crafted designs of jewelry, ornaments, home décor and tableware. Located in a former boat-building shop (circa 1888). ( updated Jan 2023 ) 🌍 Sweet Ride Cycling , 523 Main Street , ☏ +1 902-531-3026 , [email protected] . Full service bike shop offering bicycle rentals, sales, and repairs/service. Also offers a selection of bulk and novelty candy. ( updated Jan 2023 )

Go next

Routes through Mahone Bay Yarmouth ← Bridgewater ← W E → Chester → Halifax Yarmouth ← Lunenburg ← W E → Chester → 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.

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