Nova Scotia Cruise: Best Cruises to Nova Scotia 2024 & 2025

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Cruises to Nova Scotia, Canada

Canada's maritime provinces offer a wonderful combination of nature and culture, and on a Nova Scotia cruise, you’ll get to see some of the best that this region has to offer. Discover charming fishing towns, colonial fortifications, and exciting activities in the great outdoors.

Visit Halifax, the capital of Nova Scotia and one of the largest cities in Atlantic Canada. The Halifax Citadel National Historic Site is a must-see, as is the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. You'll also travel to Sydney, Nova Scotia's second-largest city, located on Cape Breton Island. Sydney is the perfect place to enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, and kayaking, as well as learning about the area's fascinating Celtic heritage. Get ready for an exciting Canadian maritime adventure on a Nova Scotia cruise with Celebrity.

Nova Scotia Cruise Highlights

Delicious Seafood

There are plenty of fishing communities in Nova Scotia, so naturally, the region is famous for its seafood. Try some of the local lobster, crab, and haddock dishes while you're in port, or enjoy a Maritime-style boil—seafood cooked with broth in a stockpot—on the harbor in Halifax. Make sure to try Nova Scotia's famous smoked salmon, typically served with cream cheese, bagels, and capers, or eaten on thin crackers as a snack.

Coastal Scenery

The craggy and wild coastline of Nova Scotia is one of the most compelling reasons to visit this pristine region. Head to Peggy’s Cove and see the picturesque Peggy’s Point Lighthouse, standing proudly on the rocks, or visit Point Pleasant Park for some scenic walking trails right by the coast.

Museums

Nova Scotia is home to some excellent museums. At the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic and HMCS Sackville, you’ll learn about maritime history and can tour an old WWII-era ship. See the works of local artists at the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia and learn about 18th-century living at Cossit House Museum.

Nova Scotia Cruise Ports

Halifax

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Sydney

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Nova Scotia Cruise Itineraries

Get ready to sail along Canada’s splendid maritime province coastline on a cruise with Celebrity. Nova Scotia cruises embark in Reykjavik, Cape Liberty, or Boston, and sail for 10 to 12 nights, depending on the itinerary. You’ll sail to the charming port cities of Halifax and Sydney in Nova Scotia, as well as ports in New England and Greenland on certain itineraries.

Why Cruise to Nova Scotia With Celebrity Cruises

Enjoy the best in service, amenities, and style as you embark on a cruise with Celebrity. Watch the scenery drift by from a lounger in the serene, adults-only Solarium. Breathe the fresh air on the outdoor jogging track, then rest and rejuvenate at the Spa. Choose The Retreat, a luxury experience that offers world-class dining at Luminae, exclusive lounge access, and beautifully designed suite accommodation.

Your cruise will bring you to Nova Scotia's two most visited ports, each with its own character. Sail to Halifax, where you can stroll along the Waterfront Boardwalk to see the busy and iconic harbor. In Sydney, visit the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site or enjoy a whale-watching tour. Plan the ultimate Canadian maritime vacation this year with a Nova Scotia cruise.