Top 11 Places to Visit in
Peggy’s Cove | Nova Scotia
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Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse
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Peggy’s Point Lighthouse is an iconic place in Nova Scotia. It stands about 49ft high and is a prime attraction on the Lighthouse scenic drive. It was first built in 1868 but replaced in 1914 with the current model. The lighthouse is still operated by the Canadian Coast Guard and is one of the most […]
- 72 Peggys Point Rd, Peggys Cove, NS B3Z 3S2
- (902) 823-3350
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OcFym5gSGHo
Peggy’s Cove Village
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Peggy’s Cove has a small picturesque village filled with coloured houses and fishing docks. The village was a hot spot for fishing back in the day and is still used for fishing today, specializing in catching lobster. This location is extremely close to the Lighthouse in Peggy’s Cove, so if you’re stopping there, make a […]
The Sou’Wester Gift & Restaurant
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Be sure to stop for chowder at the Sou’Wester Restaurant. The Sou’Wester Gift & Restaurant Co. began in 1967 as a small five-table tearoom at the side of a house at its present location. Over the last five decades, it has expanded to a 180-seat restaurant offering traditional Maritime and seafood dishes and a two-level […]
The Fisherman’s Monument
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This is a work of art in Peggy’s Cove, carved by William E. deGarthe to capture a “lasting monument to Nova Scotian fishermen”. William was born in Finland and immigrated to Canada in 1926. He spent many springs and summers in his home in Peggy’s Cove. This is done on a 30-metre-long granite rock behind […]
- 109 Peggys Point Rd, Peggy’s Cove, NS B3Z 3S1
- (902) 823-2256
- https://parks.novascotia.ca/park/william-e-degarthe
William E. deGarthe Memorial Provincial Park
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If you are looking for a spot full of nature and history, then William E. deGarthe Memorial Provincial Park is the place for you! Located close to the other attractions in Peggy’s Cove, this place offers a view of the Atlantic Sea, sea animals and patches of land. In the winter, this spot is a […]
- 131 Peggys Cove Rd, Peggy’s Cove, NS B3Z 3S1
- +1 866-230-1586
- http://parks.novascotia.ca/content/william-e-degarthe
Swissair Memorial Site
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The Swiss Air Monument is dedicated to the 229 individuals who lost their lives in the Swiss Air crash on September 2, 1998. The crash happened eight kilometres to the coast of Peggy’s cove. The monument has been established in dedication to the victims as well as the rescue workers who assisted in helping clean […]
- SR 111 Peggy's Cove Memorial, 8250 NS-333, Indian Harbour, NS B3Z 3R5
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- parkinfo@novascotia.ca
Bubba Magoos Bistro
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Found at the head of Peggy’s Cove, Bubba Magoos Bistro is the best place to enjoy delicious fare, craft beer, cider and classic wines. This place is impossible to miss, with its bright colour and restaurant atmosphere. The Upper deck has a stunning dining room with wonderful views of Peggy’s Cove preservation lands, a glimpse […]
- 48 Peggy's Point Road, Peggy's Cove, Nova Scotia B3Z 3S2
- 1-902-821-2171
- https://www.bubbamagoos.com
William deGarthe Art Gallery
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This art gallery contains over 100 paintings and sculptures by the renowned Peggy’s Cove artist William deGarthe. The gallery displays 65 of his paintings, which were all donated by his wife P.Agnes deGarthe, in 1993. Many of his pieces follow William’s progression as a marine artist and sculptor. You may learn about the tools that […]
- 09 Peggys Point Rd, Peggy’s Cove, NS B3Z 3S1
- (902) 823-2256
- https://degarthe-gallery.business.site
Peggy’s Cove Boat Tours
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If you’re searching for an immersive experience at Peggys Cove, the boat tours are the activity for you! Established in 1999, the boat tours began as a purist to entertain customers with Lobster Cruises and have been cruising Atlantic Canada. They are the exclusive boat tour operator in this town and offer several tours. Boat […]
- 149 Peggy's Point Road (Government Wharf) Peggy's Cove, NS B3Z 3S2
- 902-577-8684
- https://www.peggyscoveboattours.com/about/ourboat.html