Halifax West KOA

Halifax

Alexander Keith's Brewery
This is a craft brewery in a massive iron-stone building (c1834) where Alexander Keith's beer was originally brewed. It includes a Brew house, hospitality rooms, 19th century company store, interpretive centre. Tours are available with costumed animators. It is open year round Mon-Sat 10am - 10pm, Sun 10am-6pm.

Halifax Citadel National Historic Site
Constructed between 1828 and 1856, the Citadel commemorates Halifax's role as a key naval station in the British Empire. This attractions includes guided tours with costumed animators. Open May 7 - Oct 31. Info: (902) 426-5080

Halifax Public Gardens
Spring Garden Road
Began in 1866, these formal gardens are the oldest Victorian gardens of their type in North America and are also considered to be one of the continents finest.

Historic Properties
1869 Upper Water Street
The first restoration project of its kind in Canada; three city blocks of Canada's oldest surviving group of waterfront warehouses and some of North America's finest Victorian-Italianate facades. One of a kind specialty shops, great restaurants, boardwalk, and unique events. This attraction has a heritage Canada designation. It is open year round.
Info: (902) 429-0530.

HMCS Sackville
1675 Water Street
A WWII convoy escort corvette, which has been restored as a floating naval memorial to the courage and sacrifice of all that served in Canada's navy. Info: (902) 429-2132.

Bluenose II
Either at the wharf of the Maritime Museum in Halifax or at her birth at the Fisheries Museum in Lunenburg, visit the replica of the original Bluenose which is depicted on the Canadian dime. Info: 1-800-763-1963.

Casino Nova Scotia
1983 Upper Water Street
You'll find entertainment, dining and gaming at the Casino Nova Scotia. Open year-round, 24 hours a day. Info: (902) 425-7777.

Discovery Centre
1593 Barrington Street
This hands-on science and technology centre brings out the child in us all. Info: (902) 492-4422.

Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
1675 Lower Water Street, Halifax
Changing exhibits displays Atlantic Canada's nautical and marine history. Info: (902) 424-7490

Museum of Natural History
1747 Summer Street
Discover the natural wonders of Nova Scotia at the Museum of Natural History. Displays include geology, botany, mammals, birds and marine life, archeology, and Mi'kmaq quilt work.
Info: (902) 424-7353.

Pier 21 National Historic Site
1055 Marginal Rd.
This historic site is the last remaining immigration shed in Canada. Over one million immigrants began their lives in Canada between 1928 and 1971. This site now houses artifacts and interactive multi-media technology displays to preserve this heritage.
Info: (902) 425-7770.

Peggy's Cove

Village of Peggy's Cove
This fishing village is famed for its picturesque and typically East coast profile, with houses perched along a narrow inlet and on wave washed boulders facing the Atlantic. Extremely scenic, but bring a jacket even in the summer.

Dartmouth/Eastern Shore

Eastern Passage
A restored 200 year old fishing village offering visitors a peek into the past. Crafts, gifts, extensive boardwalk, charter boats, deep sea fishing, and whale watching.

Shearwater Aviation Museum
The Shearwater Aviation Museum chronicles the history of maritime aviation history from 1918.
Info: (902) 460-1083.

Lawrencetown Beach
This is one of several beaches along the eastern shore. This provincial park offers safe waters with life guards on duty, changing facilities, toilets and a canteen. Lawrencetown Beach is a wonderful place to enjoy the ocean.

Sackville & Area

Uniacke Estate Museum Park
Experience a grand country mansion and its parkland. Built in 1815 by Attorney General Richard John Uniake, an Irishman who made his fortune here, the house is filled with original family furnishings. Excellent walking trails amongst unspoiled Nova Scotia woodlands. Well worth a visit.
Info: (902) 866-0032.

Lunenburg/Mahone Bay

Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic
The museum is on the Lunenburg waterfront. Exhibits, displays, and activities associated with the inshore and offshore fisheries. Visit the boat shop or spend a bit of time hooking a mat or quilting, in the Life in Fishing Communities exhibit.
Info: (902) 634-4794 http://museum.gov.ns.ca/fma

Annapolis Valley

Grand Pré National Historic Site
This is the site of the church and cemetery of the 17th century Acadian village that became the scenic setting for Longfellow's narrative poem Evangeline. It commemorates the Minas Basin and Deportation. Sweeping gardens, memorial church with paintings, stained glass, exhibits.
Info: (902) 542-3631 http://www.grand-pre.com

The Lookoff
Enjoy a breathtaking view of the Annapolis Valley and Minus Basin from 600 feet above the floor of the Valley.

The Fundy Tides
The highest tides in the world. The tides here are enhanced by the bay's funnel-like shape. As water surges into the bay it is forced to rise higher from 3 meters at the mouth to 16 meters in the upper reaches.

More detail about the various Attractions and Activities is available on this web site. If you choose to stay at our campground, feel free to drop by the office and we'll share our experiences to help you decide what to see and do. Remember, this is Atlantic Canada - expect variable weather and most importantly, don't forget your camera!

Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival

Kentville - Evangeline Trail
www.appleblossom.com

Scotia Festival of Music

Halifax, Dalhousie Arts Centre
www.scotiafestival.ns.ca

Halifax Celtic Feis

Halifax - Halifax/Dartmouth

International Tattoo

Halifax Metro Centre Experience the music, color, pomp, and pageantry of the world's largest indoor show. More than two hours of exciting family entertainment with over 2,000 performers from around the world. There's something for everyone - military bands, pipes and drums, choirs

Halifax-Dartmouth Canada Day

Halifax/Dartmouth

Visit Halifax - Dartmouth Canada Day online for more information.

Maritime Fiddle Festival

http://maritimefiddlefestival.ca

Atlantic Jazz Festival

The Festival is held at various venues around Halifax The groove kicks in when Halifax comes alive with an eclectic smorgasbord of Jazz, World Beat, Blues and Urban Groove at this annual 6 day festival featuring the best of the east coast alongside a strong international line-up. Festival events are at concerts, clubs, outdoor shows and workshops. Admission: Free daytime events. Evening concerts: $15 - $35; Club cover charges up to $10.
http://atlanticjazzfestival.ca

Music at the Three Churches: Duo Concertante, violin & piano

Mahone Bay - Lighthouse Route
Website: www.threechurches.com

Mahone Bay Wooden Boat Festival

Mahone Bay - Lighthouse Route
www.mahonebayclassicboatfestival.org

Lunenburg Folk Harbour Festival

Lunenburg - Lighthouse Route
www.folkharbour.com

Halifax International Busker Festival

Halifax Metro The Halifax International Busker Festival on the waterfront includes street performers from all over the world come to town for this 10 day event. There is music, magic and fun for the whole family along the waterfront in downtown, historic Halifax. Admission: No charge.
http://www.buskers.ca EMail: buskers@ns.sympatico.ca

Atlantic Film Festival

Venues across Halifax The Atlantic Film Festival is held at venues across Halifax. The Atlantic Film Festival is a juried festival and offers its audience current films from all four Atlantic provinces, the rest of Canada and internationally from regions and countries bordering the North Atlantic Rim. In addition to screenings, the festival presents comprehensive Industry Programs which explore relevant business and creative issues affecting the film and television industry. Admission: Tickets vary in price. Contact box office: 422-6965. http://www.atlanticfilm.com EMail: festival@atlanticfilm.com