Visitors
Planning Your Annapolis Royal Getaway?
Whether you’re seeking a relaxing vacation, a scenic day trip, or a memorable overnight stay, Annapolis Royal is your perfect destination. Just a 2-hour drive from Halifax, 1.5 hours from the Yarmouth Ferry, and 30 minutes from the Digby Ferry, our town is easy to reach and hard to forget.
Step back in time as you explore our National Historic District — a 2 km² area of tree-lined streets, lovingly preserved heritage homes, and award-winning gardens. With one of the highest concentrations of heritage buildings in Canada (135 and counting), including the oldest wooden frame structures in the country, Annapolis Royal offers an immersive and walkable experience in living history.
Framed by mountain and sea, our town boasts a scenic waterfront shopping district, a vibrant arts and theatre scene, and a variety of excellent restaurants and accommodations. Whether you’re exploring historic forts, browsing local boutiques, attending a live performance, or simply soaking in the views, there’s something for every traveller here.
Rich in charm, steeped in history, and full of heart — Annapolis Royal is an unforgettable place to visit, stay, and return to. Come see why so many fall in love with Nova Scotia’s most storied town.
Town Hall
285 St. George Street
Box 310, Annapolis Royal, NS
Ph: (902) 532-2043 / (902) 532-7760
admin@annapolisroyal.com
Please note Town has free all-day parking lots, click here for more information:
Visitors Information Centre
Located at Annapolis Royal Historic Gardens
441 St. George Street, Annapolis Royal, NS
Ph: (902) 532-7018
AnnapolisVIC@historicgardens.com
Boating – Town Wharf with Floating Dock access
The Town Wharf features a gangway, floating dock and four guest moorings in the middle of the Annapolis Basin. Completed in 2014, the floating dock allows boaters to land safely at the Wharf through a greater range of tide! The floating dock is in place from April to November.
Moorings for visiting vessels are available on a first-come, first-served basis at a cost of $20 per night. Payment can be made at the Mad Hatter Book Store or the Mad Hatter Wine Bar, 213 St. George Street.
Location: St. George Street, between King’s Theatre and the Haul-Up, Annapolis Royal.
