Sydney, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia Sydney Highlights & Cape Breton Excursion

Sydney Highlights & Cape Breton

DETAILS

2^1/2
hrs Estimate Duration

OVERVIEW

Meander through the charming streets of Sydney and discover much about its early history through an array of monuments and architectural gems. Your walking tour will begin at Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design, where the creativity of the local artisans will be on display and you may see jewelers, weavers, dyers and glassblowers working on new pieces. Outdoor monuments nearby include one dedicated to the sailors who served Canada in the merchant navy during the world wars and the Big Fiddle, an oversized steel musical instrument that pays tribute to the folk music of the province’s Celtic community. While browsing Jost House, Sydney’s oldest original wooden building, be sure to notice the more unusual furnishings such as the beehive bake oven. St. George’s Anglican is notable for being the island’s oldest church.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Walk through Sydney’s historical downtown, which dates to the late 1700s.
• View a monument to Canada’s merchant navy and another that celebrates Celtic folk music.
• Visit the island’s oldest church and see the unusual tombstones in the graveyard.
• Purchase fine crafts by local artisans in an acclaimed design center, if you wish.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Need to Know:

Note: This tour includes a moderate amount of walking. Tour is not available to guests who utilize a wheelchair. Those guests with mobility concerns are cautioned to evaluate their personal level of ability and stamina. Tour sensitive to weather conditions. Venues and menus may vary due to operational reasons (availability upon arrival, seasonal produce, etc.). Kindly note that some venues on the tour may not be private, and other groups could be present during our visit.

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Scenic & City Tours

Activity Level:

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Challenging

Tours with this activity level involve a considerable amount of physical activity such as substantial walking over cobblestone streets, uneven or steep terrain, climbing stairs, or extended periods of standing. Not recommended for guests with physical limitations. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended.

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Sydney Highlights & Cape Breton