Lunenburg County

Travel Guide

After seeing a post card of Lunenburg, I had to take a stop in to see. This quiet little fishing community is just adorable and full of colour. There are loads of small shops to explore, great places to eat, and a photographer's dream.
After seeing a post card of Lunenburg, I had to take a stop in to see. This quiet little fishing community is just adorable and full of colour. There are loads of small shops to explore, great places to eat, and a photographer's dream.
A wider view of the Cross Island Lighthouse, located in the North Atlantic Ocean, 8 miles Southeast of Lunenburg, NS
Cross Island is located in the North Atlantic Ocean, 8 miles Southeast of Lunenburg, NS
After seeing a post card of Lunenburg, I had to take a stop in to see. This quiet little fishing community is just adorable and full of colour. There are loads of small shops to explore, great places to eat, and a photographer's dream.

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Where to stay in Lunenburg County

Lunenburg ,Nova Scotia waterfront panorama. UNESCO World Heritage site.

Lunenburg Waterfront

Lunenburg Waterfront is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Bluenose II or Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic.

Lunenburg Waterfront
After seeing a post card of Lunenburg, I had to take a stop in to see. This quiet little fishing community is just adorable and full of colour. There are loads of small shops to explore, great places to eat, and a photographer's dream.

Old Town Lunenburg

If you're spending some time in Old Town Lunenburg, Lunenburg Opera House and Knaut Rhuland House Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Old Town Lunenburg
Floating Cottage on The LaHave River close to beaches, golf, on Lighthouse Route

Floating Cottage on The LaHave River close to beaches, golf, on Lighthouse Route

Pleasantville NS
Stay at this houseboat in Pleasantville. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions DesBrisay Museum and Woodland Gardens are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (89 reviews)
Everything was above and beyond our expectations, the property is amazing and every single detail was perfect, sharp knives, 100% cotton bedding and towels, the absolute best tasting tap water amazing,surprises to discover on short outings! Picture perfect views and the best stars at night.We hated ...

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2025

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Floating Cottage on The LaHave River close to beaches, golf, on Lighthouse Route
Smugglers Cove Inn

Smugglers Cove Inn

4 out of 5
139 Montague Street Lunenburg NS
The price is CA $154 per night from Mar 19 to Mar 20
CA $154
CA $176 total
Mar 19 - Mar 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lunenburg. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (774 reviews)
Great old building with so much charm. Did not expect an elevator which was very much appreciated. Operators where very friendly and knowledgeable. I will stay there again and recommend to friends and family

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026

Smugglers Cove Inn
Best Western Plus Bridgewater Hotel & Convention Centre

Best Western Plus Bridgewater Hotel & Convention Centre

3.5 out of 5
527 Highway 10 Exit 12 Cookville NS
The price is CA $144 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
CA $144
CA $164 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cookville. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
My son had requested a hotel stay for his birthday so we chose Best Western. My son and his friends that stayed with us had a blast in the pool/ going down the water slide. We honestly spent most of our time their. Staff were friendly, the room was lovely (we had a suit), everything was clean. Very ...

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

Best Western Plus Bridgewater Hotel & Convention Centre
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Floating Cottage on The LaHave River close to beaches, golf, on Lighthouse Route

Floating Cottage on The LaHave River close to beaches, golf, on Lighthouse Route

Pleasantville NS
Stay at this houseboat in Pleasantville. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions DesBrisay Museum and Woodland Gardens are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (89 reviews)
Everything was above and beyond our expectations, the property is amazing and every single detail was perfect, sharp knives, 100% cotton bedding and towels, the absolute best tasting tap water amazing,surprises to discover on short outings! Picture perfect views and the best stars at night.We hated ...

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2025

Floating Cottage on The LaHave River close to beaches, golf, on Lighthouse Route
Black Forest Cabins

Black Forest Cabins

3 out of 5
15 Longhill Rd Mahone Bay NS
Book a stay at this spa cabin in Mahone Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Mahone Bay Swimming Pool and Have A Yarn ...
10/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
Clean room. Spacious. Bit cold though. Good communication from hosts.

Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026

Black Forest Cabins
A Quiet Riverside Cottage with 2 Fireplaces

A Quiet Riverside Cottage with 2 Fireplaces

Crousetown Nova Scotia
Stay at this cottage in Crousetown. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Petite Riviere Vineyards and Risser's Beach Provincial ...
10/10 Exceptional! (81 reviews)
If you’re looking for peace and quiet, to disconnect from the noise and connect with nature, this is the place!

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026

A Quiet Riverside Cottage with 2 Fireplaces
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Lunenburg, Nova Scotia

Bluenose II

4.5/5(11 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Bluenose II during your travels in Lunenburg. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Bluenose II
Interior of the historic St. John's Anglican Church of Lunenburg, Nova Scotia

St John's Anglican Church

4.5/5(24 reviews)

Find out about the history of Lunenburg when you take a trip to St John's Anglican Church. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

St John's Anglican Church
Selfie.... ;-)

Bayswater Beach Provincial Park

4.5/5(14 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Bayswater Beach Provincial Park might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Bayswater. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Bayswater Beach Provincial Park
It's a beautiful day in Nova Scotia.

Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic

4.5/5(42 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic during your trip to Lunenburg. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's museums.

Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic
A walk along the cliff top and down into some of the caves that were the site of the Canadian gold rush. Thunderous sounds echo from somewhere deep within the rocks even when the waves look relatively gentle.

Ovens Natural Park

Explore the great outdoors at Ovens Natural Park, a lovely green space in Feltzen South. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.

Ovens Natural Park

Oak Island

4.5/5(26 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Oak Island during your travels in Martins Point.

Oak Island

Cities near Lunenburg County

Canada showing a small town or village, a fountain and a lake or waterhole

Bridgewater

Chester which includes a house and a small town or village

Chester

An iconic image of Nova Scotia, Mahone Bay with its three prominent churches (Anglican; Lutheran; and United), Nova Scotia, Canada

Mahone Bay

Point Riche Lighthouse sits at the western tip of the Point Riche peninsula near Port au Choix National Historic Site, overlooking the Gulf of St Lawrence.

Western Shore

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