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Annapolis Royal Historic Gardens

The Annapolis Royal Historic Gardens is a beautiful and historical garden that is 18 acres of a horticultural paradise and is located in the historic area of Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia. It was the first permanent settlement for the Europeans that traveled to North America. The gardens show the story of the Nova Scotia settlement from both an agricultural and horticultural perspective. For 4000 years, the Mi'kmaq lived on the land and used this as a stopping point. The huge pine forest represents the vast forest to the east that was there long before Europeans settled North America.

The garden features lots of amazing plants which include over 3000 vibrant flowers. This selection of plants is exotic and heritage plants. The gardens show modern horticultural methods. The rose collection has over 270 different kinds of roses like the apothecary rose through the modern hybrids and includes the Canadian explorer.

Annapolis Royal Historic Gardens

Explore 17 acres of themed gardens telling the history of the local area through a horticultural perspective. The Victorian garden, Acadian House and Rose Garden are special features not to be missed in this world-class garden.

Stroll through Canada’s oldest national historic site. This park played a very important role in Canadian history acting as a battleground between Europe’s empire builders. Explore the uniquely star-shaped grounds overlooking the Annapolis River and visit the exhibits displayed in the museum.

One of North America’s earliest settlements discovered by the French in the 17th century. This national park features costumed interpreters, period demonstrations and visitors can explore the reconstructed museum.

This national park is a nature lovers paradise featuring campsites, walking trails, canoe routes and warm lake swimming. This park is a 45 minute drive inland from Annapolis Royal.

Come and enjoy a variety of stage performances, concerts, professional comedy and film. Please visit the theatre for information about upcoming shows and events.

This outdoor market is not to be missed by visitors wanting to buy local goods and produce. Open every Saturday from 8am – 1pm (May-October) and Wednesday’s 10am-2 pm (July & August).

Visit North America’s only tidal generating station absorbing power from the large Annapolis Basin tides. This station also serves as the towns visitor centre and features an exhibit.

Enjoy a walk exploring Annapolis Royal’s historic downtown lined with unique shops, galleries and, restaurants. Circle back by taking the waterfront boardwalk along the Annapolis River.

Explore 17 acres of themed gardens telling the history of the local area through a horticultural perspective. The Victorian garden, Acadian House and Rose Garden are special features not to be missed in this world-class garden.

Stroll through Canada’s oldest national historic site. This park played a very important role in Canadian history acting as a battleground between Europe’s empire builders. Explore the uniquely star-shaped grounds overlooking the Annapolis River and visit the exhibits displayed in the museum.

One of North America’s earliest settlements discovered by the French in the 17th century. This national park features costumed interpreters, period demonstrations and visitors can explore the reconstructed museum.

This national park is a nature lovers paradise featuring campsites, walking trails, canoe routes and warm lake swimming. This park is a 45 minute drive inland from Annapolis Royal.

Come and enjoy a variety of stage performances, concerts, professional comedy and film. Please visit the theatre for information about upcoming shows and events.

This outdoor market is not to be missed by visitors wanting to buy local goods and produce. Open every Saturday from 8am – 1pm (May-October) and Wednesday’s 10am-2 pm (July & August).

Visit North America’s only tidal generating station absorbing power from the large Annapolis Basin tides. This station also serves as the towns visitor centre and features an exhibit.

Enjoy a walk exploring Annapolis Royal’s historic downtown lined with unique shops, galleries and, restaurants. Circle back by taking the waterfront boardwalk along the Annapolis River.