After spending three nights driving the Cabot Trail and five days overall in Nova Scotia, I desperately want to go back and spend a summer perusing more of this gorgeous province, breathing in the warm but cool summer air, going on all the hikes, buying all the art, and so much more. Here are some of my must-dos around Nova Scotia, for anyone looking to visit.

From exploring nature in the Cape Breton Highlands National Park, seeing all the creations from local artisans, and basking in the scenery and cultures of the Cabot Trail to a city change of pace in Halifax and all the UNESCO World Heritage sites across Lunenburg and the Bay of Fundy, Nova Scotia has it all.

This scenic drive is considered one of the most beautiful in the world. The Cabot Trail on Cape Breton Island in Nova Scotia is the perfect road trip opportunity for those who love nature, local artisans, and beautiful scenery. Here’s how to spend four days along this iconic loop.