Windsor

Travel Guide

This essential stop in Nova Scotia is full of attractions that show both its agricultural and maritime personalities. Hockey may have been invented here too.

As you drive through the vast plains surrounding Windsor, you may detect a hint of ocean air in this otherwise agricultural area. Windsor was first established by 17th-century Acadians who grew crops particular to its marshy climate. Strategically near a harbor and a railway, the town became a hub for shipping. A booming economy brought the construction of stately homes, many of which still line the town’s handsome streets. Walk through this Atlantic Canada architectural treasure and see for yourself.

For some family fun, visit Howard Dill Farmwhere you can view perhaps the biggest pumpkin you will ever encounter. Ride an impressively accurate miniature train at the Trecothic Creek & Windsor Railway. In late summer, get lost in the yellow of Dakeyne Farm’s Sunflower Maze.

Windsor is foremost known for proudly claiming itself the birthplace of hockey, although other towns make the same claim. Visit the Windsor Hockey Heritage Museum and peruse its fascinating reconstruction of early hockey activities. Learn about hockey’s ancestor game, hurley, and about the writer who first witnessed a group of boys playing it on a frozen pond.

Windsor has many good restaurants, ranging from English-style pubs to Atlantic Canada bistros and dessert stores. Along with hotels and motels, Windsor has cozy, one-of-a-kind accommodations.

Except for the Dill and Dakeyne farms, most attractions in Windsor are within walking distance of each other. Fly into Halifax International Airport and rent a car for the 50-mile (75-kilometer) drive to Windsor. There is also a bus service that connects the town to many destinations in the area.

Many visitors come to Windsor for a peaceful weekend retreat. With the geologic marvels of the Bay of Fundy and Nova Scotia nearby, however, you may decide to extend your stay in Windsor to explore farther afield to enjoy Nova Scotia’s natural wonders.

The August House

The August House

3.5 out of 5
494 King St, Windsor, NS
$160 nightly
The price is $187 total per night from Aug 12 to Aug 13
$187 total
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star inn in Windsor. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (113 reviews)
"Outstanding renovation of mid 1800 mansion, in quiet town, convenient to Halifax & Bay of Fundy. Breakfast looks to be lovely. Respectfull guidelines for quiet."

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

The August House
Meander In Bed and Breakfast

Meander In Bed and Breakfast

2 out of 5
153 Albert St, Windsor, NS
Stay at this hotel in Windsor. Popular attractions Windsor Hockey Heritage Centre and Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia are located nearby.
Meander In Bed and Breakfast
Old Orchard Inn & Spa

Old Orchard Inn & Spa

4 out of 5
153 Greenwich Rd. South, Exit 11, Highway 101, Wolfville Ridge, NS
$174 nightly
The price is $197 total per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
$197 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Wolfville Ridge. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"We love this property especially now with the renovated rooms available. We were located on the 1st floor with a view of the valley which was excellent. We will always choose to come back to this hotel when we are visiting Wolfville."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Old Orchard Inn & Spa
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Micro Boutique Living Wolfville

Micro Boutique Living Wolfville

3.5 out of 5
336 Main Street, Wolfville, NS
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Wolfville. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the convenient parking and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
paradise
"a very nice room, clean, clear and near everything."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Micro Boutique Living Wolfville
Sunken Escapes Bunny Cabin #10

Sunken Escapes Bunny Cabin #10

Sunken Lake
Stay at this resort in Sunken Lake. Enjoy a beach locale, a sauna, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Ken-Wo Golf Club and Kentville Agricultural ...
Sunken Escapes Bunny Cabin #10
Archie's Lakeside Cabin

Archie's Lakeside Cabin

Kings County
Stay at this cabin in Sunken Lake. Enjoy patios, an in-room coffeemaker, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Kentville Agricultural Centre and Blair ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5 reviews)
Check out time
"Checkout time is way too early. 10 AM."

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2025

Archie's Lakeside Cabin
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