Nova Scotia is home to the largest number of lighthouses in Canada, but none are more historic or picturesque than those of Isle Madame. This guided driving and walking tour shines a light on our history and geography. Ramble along coastal trails to lighthouses past and present; hear stories of the lightkeepers, shipwrecks, and John Paul Jones’ visit to Arichat.
Tours are available daily; cycling tours are available Saturday; reservations are required.
Tours are operated in support of the Isle Madame Lighthouse Preservation Society.
Regions: Cape Breton’s South Coast, Bras d’Or Lake
Community: St Peter’s & Area
About MacBouch Restaurant and Lounge: The original building is just a ghost within but still tells it’s story. What was once a local post...
Region: Cape Breton’s South Coast
Community: Isle Madame
Vollmer’s Island Paradise offers wreck diving, Safe Air/Nitrox, rebreather diving, ANDI Facility CMAS, night dives, UW-Foto/video, and...
Regions: Cape Breton’s South Coast, Bras d’Or Lake
Community: St Peter’s & Area
Join Captain Greg for a hands-on sailing experience on Cape Breton’s Bras d’Or Lake and Ocean Coast We offer a hands-on experie...
Region: Cape Breton’s South Coast
Community: Isle Madame
Foodland and Co-op have been dedicated to providing groceries, choice meats, farm-fresh produce, home-style baked goods, and deli meats and ...
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Isle Madame
The Isle Madame Public Market will take place at the Lenoir Landing on the Arichat Waterfront. If you would like to become a vendor, send us...
Atlantic lobster from Cape Breton Island is renowned for being the freshest and some of the tastiest lobster in the world.
Tap your toes to fiddle tunes at a Ceilidh. See authentic Acadian crafts at Les Trois Pignons. Take a piece of Mi’kmaq culture home with you at a drum-making workshop. On Cape Breton Island, culture is all around you just waiting to be explored!
Cape Breton Island Ambassadors Davey and Sky were selected by Explore Canada as official ambassadors for their home province of Nova Scotia.
Cape Breton Island Ambassador Ashley George was selected by Explore Canada as an official ambassador for her home province of Nova Scotia.
Discover the magic of winter in Port Hawkesbury, where adventure, great food and entertainment come together for the perfect seasonal getaway.
When Cape Breton Island dons its blanket of snow, it transforms into a winter wonderland bursting with adventure and serene beauty.
Cape Breton Island is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, and when winter descends, the island transforms into a wonderland of snow-covered trails, frosted trees, and serene vistas.
It’s time to find the heartiest, homemade meal on Cape Breton Island this winter. Our Island offers many options to chase away the chill.
