IONA The Highland Village Museum

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4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered

The Highland Village Museum. It celebrates the story of Scottish Gaelic settlers in Nova Scotia. It combines history, music, culture, and breathtaking scenery, making it one of Cape Breton’s most memorable attractions. It still has the first ever scottish house made on this land known as the black house. All the staff members dress like in the 17th century to give vast experiences of their culture

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Meals

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

For Guests coming off a cruise ship - Once you exit the ship and go through the dock security gate, head to the left where our guide will be waiting with a sign bearing your name. We advise you to disembark early to ensure you have a full 30-minute window to meet your guide. If there are any changes to your ship's arrival time, your tour schedule will be automatically updated.

OR
Meeting point
Sydney

For Guests coming off on their own can schedule a meet up point by either calling or email

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Grand Narrows

    The Grand Narrows Bridge, often called the Barra Strait Bridge, is a fascinating piece of history in Cape Breton. Built with a swing section that pivots open for boats, it stretches about 516 meters (1,693 feet) across the Barra Strait. When it opened in 1891, it proudly held the title of Canada’s longest railway bridge.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Highland Village

    Iona is a small, scenic community in the heart of Cape Breton Island, perched on a peninsula that juts into the beautiful Bras d’Or Lake. The area offers stunning views of the water and surrounding highlands, making it a peaceful retreat for nature lovers and history enthusiasts. Iona is one of the strongest centers of Scottish Gaelic culture in Nova Scotia.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • Wentworth Park (Pass by)

    Wentworth Park is Sydney’s oldest park, dating back to 1786. The land was once a swamp, but in the late 1800s it was filled in and turned into the beautiful park you see today. It’s named after William Wentworth, a Canadian statesman. Also called in as the Duckie pond. It has a dome where all the local musicians come and play on every thursday evening.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Cruiztar Tours

Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Small Group
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Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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