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Welcome to Nova Scotia sign greets everyone as they enter Nova Scotia in Amherst.

Visitor Information Centres

Planning a vacation to Nova Scotia?

Have a question about visiting Nova Scotia while planning your vacation? Service Nova Scotia customer service agents are available Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm AST (closed holidays) by telephone and email:

  • Toll-free number (within North America): 1-800-565-0000
  • Local calls & outside of North America: 1-902-742-0511
  • E: explore@novascotia.ca

When you are visiting Nova Scotia, drop by a visitor information centre (VIC) for information on Nova Scotia’s travel experiences and to speak with friendly, knowledgeable travel counsellors who look forward to helping you make the most of your Nova Scotia vacation.

Find a Visitor Information Centre

The Welcome to Nova Scotia sign next to the small lighthouse greets travellers arriving at the Nova Scotia and New Brunswick border as they enter Nova Scotia at Amherst.

Amherst Visitor Information Centre

Nova Scotia/New Brunswick border
90 Cumberland Loop
P: 902-667-8429

Reopening May 2026
Onsite gift shop open May to October

 

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Two Community VIC staff stand in the doorway of the Pictou County VIC, smiling as they wait to help travellers with their questions and needs while travelling in Nova Scotia.

Community Visitor Information Centres

Managed by municipalities, towns and community organizations in partnership with Tourism Nova Scotia, connect with the helpful staff who will provide local insights and recommendations to help you discover more in Nova Scotia.

View Community VICs in Nova Scotia (.pdf)

Additional Trip Planning Resources

Discover more of what to see and do throughout the province when you view our regional partners' travel guides.

Regional Travel Guides

Looking to discover specific areas within Nova Scotia? Click here to view travel guides developed by regional tourism partners in Nova Scotia.

View Regional Travel Guides
Person crouched down taking a photo with their smartphone of the blooming lavender at Seafoam Lavender Farm in Nova Scotia.

Interactive Map Tool

Looking for things to do, places to stay, and more in a specific area? Use the interactive map tool to see what you should add to your Nova Scotia travel to-do list.

View the Interactive Map
Taking photos at Black Brook Beach in Cape Breton Highlands National Park

Printed Nova Scotia Road Map

You can pick up a printed road map at a visitor information centre or you can request to have an English or French map mailed to you before you visit.

Request a Road Map

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