Nova Scotia is kid-friendly. Here are 10 destinations that are guaranteed to keep your kids happy.
1. Mahone Bay Classic Boat Festival, August 2-5
"Fast & Furious Boat Building" gives kids just 4 hours to build a boat. Then to test its seaworthiness! WOW!
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2. Upper Clements Park, Upper Clements
Come play at one of Atlantic Canada’s largest amusement parks. Live entertainment and 20 rides and attractions all add up to a whole lot of thrilling fun. Visit the Upper Clements website to find out more about their Fast Pass Special!
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3. Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic, Lunenburg
Kids can get up close and personal with slimy sea creatures at the unique touch tank. Fantastic!
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4. Whalewatching, Cape Breton
Imagine getting so close to a whale, you can look it in the eye. Awesome!
5. Ross Farm, New Ross
Kids, even pre-schoolers, will love the chance to experience farm life in the 1800’s, especially since they can mingle with the friendly animals and take an ox-drawn wagon ride.
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6. Discovery Centre, Halifax
Your little Einsteins will be enthralled as science comes to life at all the interactive exhibits. Cool.
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7. Fundy Geological Museum, Parrsboro
Discover dinosaurs at the Fundy Geological Museum in Parrsboro. Your kids will see some of the oldest dinosaur bones in Canada and meet ancient creatures.
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8. Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park
Explore nature on the wild side of this 40-hectar park. You’ll see animals run free in their native habitats and get the chance to experience cool interactive displays.
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9. Go Fly a Kite in Baddeck
Did you know Alexander Graham Bell was a kite-master? Find out all about it at the kite program at the museum including how to make and fly your own kite to perfection!
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10. Halifax International Busker Festival, Aug 10-18
Ten days of fun and excitement. Your kids will be mesmerized by the amazing performers from around the world.
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