Though Nova Scotia is a land tied intrinsically to boating and the sea, the best way to see it today is by car. Thanks to the government's mapping of 13 scenic driving routes, travelers can chart a picturesque course to every part of the province. The roads make it easy to investigate everything from Halifax (the capital) to historic forts, superb parks and nature reserves.
The scenic drives are at their best when they take you along the province's ever-changing coast—you'll see working ports, beaches, nautical museums and replicas of historic vessels.
Although there are plenty of activities to discover along the way, you may find that your favorite thing to do is simply drive and look: This is a startlingly beautiful land, full of lush fields, green mountains, ocean vistas and magnificent, rocky shores.
