Old and new converge in the Island’s unofficial capital region. The oldest of Mi’kmaq traditions, etched into petroglyphs, contrast with the state-of-the-art Membertou Trade and Convention Centre.
Folk art and traditional crafts, reborn in galleries and workshops. Historic 18th-century city collides with modern boardwalk. Experience the past with each beach found fossil; live our present with a lively selection of festivals, events, and downhome venues.
Experience Cape Breton’s mining history at the Cape Breton Miners Museum, one our the Sydney Area/Marconi Trail’s highlights. The Cape Breton Miners Museum pays tribute to the region’s long and rich history of coal mining. It is home to profound stories of miners and their families, and the resource that helped build a nation.
A nice steady climb along a well-worn path, Ben Eoin Trail leads you through large old Birch and Beech trees. At the top of the small mountain, the look-off offers views of East Bay of the Bras d’Or Lakes like no other. The 1.7 KM hike starts at the
Louisbourg is best known for its world class reconstruction of its 18th century Fortress, but it’s also a nature lover’s paradise!
One of the absolute best ways to see Cape Breton Island’s awe inspiring scenery, and meet other people passionate about getting outside, is by hiking its trails...
The epicenter of Cape Breton Island culture, you’ll be spoiled for choice. Spend time with community leaders learning Mi’kmaq history through song, dance, and legend. Walk the Sydney boardwalk and snap a pic next to the World’s Largest Fiddle. Join in a guided fossil excursion at a local beach set amidst a quaint fishing community. Catch a stunning performance in one of our historic theatres or simply soak it all in as you sip locally crafted ales.
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
For nine days in October, amid the splendour of the fall colours, Cape Breton Island overflows with music, energy, and excitement as people ...
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
At Breton Brewing, we aim to provide you with the highest quality beers, time after time. We pride ourselves on our consistency, drinkabilit...
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Glace Bay
This experience is not suitable for people with mobility issues. Journey into the depths of Ocean Deeps Colliery, a coal mine located beneat...
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Glace Bay
The Cape Breton Miners’ Museum in Glace Bay pays tribute to the contribution of the region’s coal miners and coal mining industry. The m...
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
For more than two generations, this local family-owned eatery has been serving up fresh for the ocean seafood of the highest calilbre, choic...
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
Highland Arts Theatre, or “The HAT” as it’s affectionately called, is the name of a performance venue in downtown Sydney, ...
Next Date: Jul 4, 2019
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
From their home at Wentworth Park’s iconic bandshell in the heart of Sydney, Makin’ Waves combines a wonderful community atmosphere wit...
Next Date: Jul 11, 2019
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
This summer, the Highland Arts Theatre will mark its 6th summer producing live theatre at our venue in downtown Sydney. From July 11th to ...
Next Date: Jul 12, 2019
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
Rotary Ribfest combines fabulous food, family fun and top-notch entertainment to create the biggest and best barbeque of the summer season...
Next Date: Jul 23, 2019
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Glace Bay
The Cape Breton Summertime Revue is a popular music and comedy production which features comical, topical, local content, mixed with a light...
Don’t miss this annual event in the Sydney Area/Marconi Trail, Lumière. A night time celebration of the arts, Lumière brings together local and abroad artists along with community members to infuse Sydney’s downtown core with the vibrancy and excitement of theatre, dance, music, and visual art and fine craft.
There are direct flights to Sydney from Toronto and Montreal and from other North American and European cities via Halifax. If traveling by ground, the Trans-Canada Highway 104 leads to Cape Breton Island.
Getting Here and Around
