Sightseeing
Kings County Museum
37 Cornwallis StMiner’s Marsh is home to an abundance of wildlife and has aneasy walking trail for all ages. There are sitting areas along the trail that make for great rest spots or take a break to do some reading or yoga
11 locals recommend
Miner's Marsh
Barclay StreetMiner’s Marsh is home to an abundance of wildlife and has aneasy walking trail for all ages. There are sitting areas along the trail that make for great rest spots or take a break to do some reading or yoga
This protected area is home to many local bird and animal species. It is open all year round and is a ‘must visit’ place during the spring and fall.
Kentville Bird Sanctuary
659 Park StThis protected area is home to many local bird and animal species. It is open all year round and is a ‘must visit’ place during the spring and fall.
The Annapolis Valley is home to many family-run farms and artisans. The best place to learn about Kentville and the Annapolis Valley, along with having a tasty lunch, is at the Kentville Farmers Market. It is open on Wednesdays from 10 am to 2 pm year round.
Kentville Farmers Market
78 River StThe Annapolis Valley is home to many family-run farms and artisans. The best place to learn about Kentville and the Annapolis Valley, along with having a tasty lunch, is at the Kentville Farmers Market. It is open on Wednesdays from 10 am to 2 pm year round.
Located in Downtown Kentville, this theater always has a show playing. The plays and musicals change regularly, so make sure to keep checking what tickets are available.
CentreStage Theatre
61 River StLocated in Downtown Kentville, this theater always has a show playing. The plays and musicals change regularly, so make sure to keep checking what tickets are available.
Be prepared for a fright when you go on a Valley Ghost Walk. The Kentville Ghost Walks are fun for all over the age of ten and are a great way of discovering Kentville.
6 locals recommend
Valley Ghost Walks
Be prepared for a fright when you go on a Valley Ghost Walk. The Kentville Ghost Walks are fun for all over the age of ten and are a great way of discovering Kentville.
The Kentville Library has a home in the old Church on Main Street. Its unique location makes this library stand out because the church’s stained glass windows and original brickwork are a sight to behold.
Kentville Library
440 Main StThe Kentville Library has a home in the old Church on Main Street. Its unique location makes this library stand out because the church’s stained glass windows and original brickwork are a sight to behold.
Memorial Park has something for everyone. There is a kid’s play park, tennis courts, and 3 baseball diamonds, along with a walking trail for people to enjoy.
Memorial Park
125 Park StMemorial Park has something for everyone. There is a kid’s play park, tennis courts, and 3 baseball diamonds, along with a walking trail for people to enjoy.
Cool off at the Kentville Pool located at Memorial Park! There is a splash pad right outside of the pool is open when the pool is closed.
Kentville Memorial Pool & Splashpad
125 Park StCool off at the Kentville Pool located at Memorial Park! There is a splash pad right outside of the pool is open when the pool is closed.
Located in North Kentville, Oakdene Park is the place to go if you want to go for a quiet walk. The park also has a play park and a soccer field. You can also help with the community garden in the summer months
Oakdene Park
46 Campbell RdLocated in North Kentville, Oakdene Park is the place to go if you want to go for a quiet walk. The park also has a play park and a soccer field. You can also help with the community garden in the summer months
This is the best place to go if you want to take photos of local flowers in Kentville and New Minas. There is a walking trail that you can enjoy and take a break from the busy town center.
Kentville Research & Development Centre
32 Main StreetThis is the best place to go if you want to take photos of local flowers in Kentville and New Minas. There is a walking trail that you can enjoy and take a break from the busy town center.
Take time to enjoy a waterfall, a lovely pond, and the sounds of streams. Some of the growth on this is over 250 years old. The trail starts at the Kentville Research Station and goes to the New Minas boundary line.
6 locals recommend
The Kentville Ravine
Main StreetTake time to enjoy a waterfall, a lovely pond, and the sounds of streams. Some of the growth on this is over 250 years old. The trail starts at the Kentville Research Station and goes to the New Minas boundary line.
If you are looking for a place to go for a mountain bike ride or a challenging hike, The Gorge is the place to go. The Gorge is a natural formed path, so it is popular with people who are looking for a challenge.
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The Gorge
Gladys Porter DriveIf you are looking for a place to go for a mountain bike ride or a challenging hike, The Gorge is the place to go. The Gorge is a natural formed path, so it is popular with people who are looking for a challenge.
Burgher Hill is another great spot for mountain biking. During the winter months, it becomes the best place in Kentville to go sledding.
Burgher Hill
34 Main StBurgher Hill is another great spot for mountain biking. During the winter months, it becomes the best place in Kentville to go sledding.
Hike this trail was formed by the old Trans Canada Rail Way. It is the longest trail in the Annapolis Valley and there are multiple entrances in and near Kentville.
Kingston Rail Trail
Kingston Rail TrailHike this trail was formed by the old Trans Canada Rail Way. It is the longest trail in the Annapolis Valley and there are multiple entrances in and near Kentville.
Annapolis Valley Shooting Sports Club
377 White Rock RdIf you visit Kentville in the late fall to spring, the Kentville Centennial Arena will be open. The arena hosts many public skates during the week and has hockey games every weekend.
Kentville Centennial Arena
120 Webster StreetIf you visit Kentville in the late fall to spring, the Kentville Centennial Arena will be open. The arena hosts many public skates during the week and has hockey games every weekend.
Blomidon Look-Off
3374 NS-358Food Scene
local restaurants
The Kings Arms Pub is a great spot for a meal if you are looking for something special. They serve many local beers and ales, and their menu takes advantage of the local produce from nearby farms
15 locals recommend
King's Arm Pub
390 Main StThe Kings Arms Pub is a great spot for a meal if you are looking for something special. They serve many local beers and ales, and their menu takes advantage of the local produce from nearby farms
This Scottish Pub and Restaurant is the ‘must try’ place for families. They have a large menu for both adults and kids. They also make their own Rootbeer, which is a favorite among the local kids.
19 locals recommend
Paddy's Brewpub & Rosie's Restaurant
460 Main StThis Scottish Pub and Restaurant is the ‘must try’ place for families. They have a large menu for both adults and kids. They also make their own Rootbeer, which is a favorite among the local kids.
Our favorite restaurant because it has the best gluten free crepes!
30 locals recommend
The Naked Crepe Bistro Inc
402 Main StOur favorite restaurant because it has the best gluten free crepes!
This coffee shop offers locally roasted coffee along with fresh made meals and snacks. It is the perfect spot to take a break and relax.
Tan Coffee
431 Main StThis coffee shop offers locally roasted coffee along with fresh made meals and snacks. It is the perfect spot to take a break and relax.
Looking for craft beer and delicious food in Wolfville, Nova Scotia? Visit The Church Brewing Co; they we offer a unique experience in a restored church with great food!
329 Main St
Looking for craft beer and delicious food in Wolfville, Nova Scotia? Visit The Church Brewing Co; they we offer a unique experience in a restored church with great food!
Wineries
Domaine de Grand Pré
11611 Evangeline TrailMercator Vineyards
88 Dyke RdBlomidon Estate Winery
10318 NS-221Luckett Vineyards
1293 Grand Pré RdGaspereau Vineyards
2239 White Rock RdTraveler advice
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Pumpkin Walk at Miners Marsh
The Pumpkin Walk at Miners Marsh is an annual event hosted by NSCC Kingstec. Each year hundreds of pumpkins are carved, placed along the walkway and lit up. Hundreds of people come to look at all the pumpkins. No pumpkins are wasted though because they are given away at the end of the walk.
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U-Picks
The Annapolis Valley has many U-Pick locations to choose from. Kenney’s Farm in Kentville offers Strawberries, Peas, and Corn in their U-Pick
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Ghost Walks
Be prepared for a fright when you go on a Valley Ghost Walk. The Kentville Ghost Walks are fun for all over the age of ten and are a great way of discovering Kentville.
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Magic Winery Bus - Wine Tours
Experience the wine regions of Nova Scotia on the Magic Winery Bus - a hop-on, hop-off tour of some of Canada's most incredible wineries!