Things To Do

We are so very proud of introduce you to the many wonderful things to do throughout our beautiful town of Parrsboro and surrounding areas.

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Two Islands Brewing

A guided tour operator within the Cliffs of Fundy Geopark along the Bay of Fundy region in Nova Scotia. The Bay of Fundy is known for being the home of Mi’kmaq people and early settlers, the highest recorded tides in the world and lush vineyards.

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Entertainment

Ship’s Company Theatre

The Ship’s Company Theatre is a professional theatre company based in Parrsboro, Nova Scotia. Founded in 1984 by Michael Fuller and Mary Vingoe, the Ship’s Company Theatre features productions of Canadian works, with an emphasis on new works from Maritime writers.

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Parrsboro Creative

Founded in 2013, Parrsboro Creative revitalized Parrsboro as a cultural destination and creative hub after its slow decline since the thriving shipbuilding era. With this cultural economy and a robust population of artists established, Parrsboro Creative now seeks to support the creative community through opportunities for commerce and lifelong learning.

Parrsboro Creative hosts the largest plein air painting festival in Canada and is the main facilitator of the Cultural Campus, running courses with affiliate organizations as well as events and exhibits for local, regional, national and international artists across all artistic disciplines.

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Shop

Fundy Bay Antiques & Collectibles

They are always looking to buy anything that is old and interesting like china, crystal, coloured glass, vintage or costume jewellery, furniture or anything old and dusty. We have a large assortment of items in stock and always adding new items daily. You will not be disappointed.

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Tyson’s Fine Minerals

Specializing in Canadian minerals, doing much of our own collecting, but we also stock international minerals, jewellery, carvings, works of art & some fossils.

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Adventure

Spirit Reins Ranch

Spirit Reins Ranch is a small farm located near the picturesque coastal town of Parrsboro, Nova Scotia. We offer personalized service for both the first time rider and more experienced riders. Take advantage of our scenic trail rides where the view is breathtaking in every direction! We also have trail riding packages including tidal floor fossil tours, wooded trail rides and Bay of Fundy beach tours. Summer Horse camps are available for children, and the Ranch hosts a variety of shows and competitions throughout the year. Sign up for western private lessons, lease one of our horses or board your own horse, you can also book our facilities for your wedding or private events such as birthday parties. You and your whole family will enjoy taking part in our leisurely trail riding experience. Amazing horseback riding tours and adventures are just minutes away. Trail riding at it best, here in Parrsboro, Nova Scotia!

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Geo Tours

With more than 40 impressive geosites within a 165 km drive, visitors learn about Earth’s incredible natural history including the best example of how supercontinent Pangea was formed and broke apart; the oldest dinosaur bones in Canada; highest tides in the world; and a magnificent landscape steeped in Mi’kmaw legend, Acadian lore, and a vibrant arts, food, and musical culture.

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Entrance to the Wards Falls Hiking Trail

The hand of the Cobequid Fault in shaping the landscape of the cliffs and land is perhaps nowhere more evident than in waterfalls tumbling across its fault scarp, which forms the southern margin of the Cobequid highlands. Wards Brook is one such falls, carved through steep walls of granite. The trail has been maintained through the stewardship of Harrison & Sons lumber mill and community volunteers.

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Nova Shores Sea Kayaking

Experience the amazing tides and spectacular cliffs of stunning Cape Chignecto Provincial Park at the Three Sisters. This coastline is incredibly scenic and purely wild, dotted with secluded coves, archways, and rock spires. The clear emerald waters contrast the red and orange cliffs. Evidence of earth’s history is right at your fingertips as you see old lava flows embedded in the ancient rock. Try your voice at a natural amphitheater or look for evidence of the shipbuilding past of this area.

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Parrsboro Golf Course

Located just outside of Parrsboro, Nova Scotia, welcomes you to one of the most scenic golf courses in Canada. This short but challenging nine-hole course sits on the cliffs above the Bay of Fundy’s Minas Basin. Our course is ideal for those seeking a fun round of golf or a social visit. With the backdrop of amazing tides, Blomidon , Cape Split ,Partridge Island, Parrsboro Harbor and fun signature golf holes, you won’t be short of picture opportunities . We are open from May – October with a wide range of options to suite your needs.

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Discover

Age of Sail Museum

With over 4000 artifacts, exhibits include Lumbering, Vessel building, Life at sea, Life ashore including Grandma’s Kitchen, School life and home, Tool displays, Company Store, Wagstaff and Hatfield Shipyard, Grandma’s attic and our Military display. Our out buildings consist of the Port Greville Lighthouse, A boat shed complete with Boats, a working blacksmith shop, Bandsaw shed, and Woodworking shed as well as our interpretive walkway.

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Fundy Geological Museum

Visit Fundy Geological Museum to meet some of the amazing creatures that inhabited this area millions of years ago. Marvel at our display of mineral treasures and learn about the unique geology of the area, where the world’s highest tides constantly reveal new evidence of an ancient past. Visit a working fossil lab where scientists reconstruct the past—one bone fragment at a time. Discover fossils and footprints, rocky red cliffs and sea stacks, tranquil beaches and prehistoric landscapes.

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Ottawa House By-the-Sea Museum

The Ottawa House By-the-Sea Museum represents an important segment of Cumberland County’s history at the time of Confederation and illustrates mid-eighteenth century architecture, economic and cultural development. It is believed to be the oldest building on the Parrsboro Shore and one of the oldest in the province of Nova Scotia.