Beaches
One of the finest beaches in Nova Scotia is a 10-minute drive away.
32 locals recommend
Melmerby Beach Provincial Park
6280 Little Harbour RdOne of the finest beaches in Nova Scotia is a 10-minute drive away.
A fabulous beach with clear water near the ferry to PEI; approximately 20 min drive away.
19 locals recommend
Caribou/Munroes Island Provincial Park
2119 Three Brooks RdA fabulous beach with clear water near the ferry to PEI; approximately 20 min drive away.
Sinclairs Island Beach
A neighbourhood beach just minutes from Drift Inn.
Just across the habour from Drift Inn and just a minute or two by car and 10 mins by bike.
Powells Point Provincial Park
Just across the habour from Drift Inn and just a minute or two by car and 10 mins by bike.
Food scene
The Bistro
216 Archimedes StFine dining in a casual atmosphere. You'll never be disappointed
The Dock
130 George StAuthentic maritime style pub. A local favourite.
A modern dinner with tasty food. Salt cod cakes are a favourite. Great place to take the kids with Sparkles Arcade just next door.
The Appleseed Modern Diner
33 Macgregor AveA modern dinner with tasty food. Salt cod cakes are a favourite. Great place to take the kids with Sparkles Arcade just next door.
Cafe Italia
62 Provost StGreat coffees, cheesecake, pizza, pasta and more. Great food for the dollar.
Our Turn To Cook
116 Provost StreetDelicious food like smoothies, cheesecakes and more.
Uncle Leo’s Brewery
2623 NS-376Craft brewery just outside Pictou.
Backstage Brewing
37 Bridge AveFamily owned and operated craft beer in Stellarton.
Sightseeing
A Nova Scotia provincial museum highlighting decades of industry.
16 locals recommend
Museum of Industry
147 N Foord StA Nova Scotia provincial museum highlighting decades of industry.
Outstanding private collection including the work of Canadian artists Group of Seven and Alex Colville.
Crombie House
1780 Granton Abercrombie RdOutstanding private collection including the work of Canadian artists Group of Seven and Alex Colville.
Hector Heritage Quay
33 Caladh AveThe birthplace of New Scotland (Nova Scotia)
Nature trails, pool, playground and more. Approximately 10 mintues from Drift Inn
8 locals recommend
Trenton Park
119 Park RdNature trails, pool, playground and more. Approximately 10 mintues from Drift Inn
Acadia Park
Fun splash pad for kids during the hot days of summer. No fees.
A 10-k walking/biking trail around New Glasgow and Stellarton (15 min drive from Drift Inn)
Samson Trail picnic area
53 Blair StA 10-k walking/biking trail around New Glasgow and Stellarton (15 min drive from Drift Inn)
A true farmers market. Artisans, farmers, food vendors and music every Saturday morning
14 locals recommend
New Glasgow Farmers Market
261 Glasgow StA true farmers market. Artisans, farmers, food vendors and music every Saturday morning
Discovery the heritage of Pictou County. Located in New Glasgow, approx 15 min drive from Drift Inn
Carmichael Stewart House Museum
86 Temperance StDiscovery the heritage of Pictou County. Located in New Glasgow, approx 15 min drive from Drift Inn
Shelby Ranch
753 Durham RdGet back to the farm! Horse rides, pet pigs and goats, and more.