Sydney, Nova Scotia

Sydney, Nova Scotia has a population of 24,000. It is located on the east coast of Cape Breton Island and is part of the Cape Breton Regional Municipality.
Sydney was incorporated as a city in 1904 and dissolved on August 1, 1995, when it was merged into a regional municipality. Sydney is the largest city on Cape Breton Island. Recently Cape Breton Island has become home to a growing tourism industry. Sydney has recently witnessed a revival as a result of government investment in cruise ship facilities and a modern waterfront revitalization plan.
Here are 20 things to do when you’re in town:

  1. Celtic Colors Festival: This annual festival has been a Sydney mainstay since 19997- Celtic music from all over the world.  http://www.celtic-colours.com/
  2. Casino Nova Scotia: Place your bets, dine or be entertained!            http://www.casinonovascotia.com/sydney/home.aspx
  3. Whitney Pier Historical Museum:  A unique museum housed in what used to be a synagogue.
  4. Dominion beach provincial park: A beautiful 1 mile ( 15 km) long sandy beach: Change houses, canteen, salt rinse showers. http://parks.gov.ns.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp
  5. Mira River: A quick drive from Sydney: camping, boating, fishing, and swimming. http://parks.gov.ns.ca/parks/mira.asp
  6. Cabot Snowmobile Club:  Visitors require a permit. http://www.snowmobilersns.com/aboutus.cfm?pid=295
  7. Old Sydney Society: Lectures and various historical events: http://www.oldsydney.com/events/osevents.html
  8. Cossit House: Costumed guides will give you a tour of the oldest house in Sydney. http://www.oldsydney.com/museums/cossit.html
  9. St. Patrick’s Church: Once a church, it is now a museum and gift shop http://www.oldsydney.com/museums/patrick.html
  10. Historic Walking Tours: Tailored tours to suit your needs, whether you want to tour the historic North End or find out about your ancestors. Call for more information: http://www.oldsydney.com/tours.html
  11. Nervous wrecks Diving Club: Local dives escorted by professionals. http://www.courseworld.com/cbdive/wrecks.html
  12. Dundee Resort and Golf Club: One of Sydney’s finest courses! Package deals and daily rates. http://www.dundeegolfclub.com/
  13. Centre 200: Sydney’s premier cultural and entertainment facility. http://www.centre200.ca/
  14. Two Rivers Park: Activities for the whole family: http://www.tworiverspark.ca/index0.php
  15. Governors Restaurant:  A Sydney favourite. http://governorsrestaurant.com/
  16. The Bean Bank Café: Another favourite with locals. Homemade non processed food.
  17. Broadwater Inn: Bed and Breakfast cottages overlooking the Cabot trail and the Bell Bay Golf Course http://broadwater.baddeck.com/
  18. Halifax Seaport Farmer’s Market: Established in 1750! http://halifaxfarmersmarket.com/
  19. Simeon’s Family Restaurant: great food and great service. http://simeonsfamily.foodpages.ca/
  20. Action Jax family Park: Go karts, driving range outdoor and indoor fun!  http://www.action-jax.com/

For more information go to: www.novascotia.com

Melissa Montgomery