Some 14km northwest of Annapolis Royal, Port Royal National Historic Site is the location of one of the earliest permanent European settlements in North America, established by French colonist and explorer Samuel de Champlain as a fur-trading outpost. A replica of the settlement, complete with wooden stockades and timber buildings, has been created here. Brought to life by guides in period costume, it gives a surprisingly convincing insight into early colonial times.
Port Royal National Historic Site
Annapolis Valley
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Fort Anne National Historic Site
4.89 MILES
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Nearby Annapolis Valley attractions
1. Fort Anne National Historic Site
4.89 MILES
The strategic importance of Annapolis Royal, particularly its access to the Annapolis River, led to decades of conflict, mostly centered on this…
2. Annapolis Royal Historic Gardens
5.09 MILES
These gorgeous gardens cover a rambling 6.5 hectares and have various themed areas, such as an Acadian kitchen garden one might have seen in the late…
5.56 MILES
A hydroelectric prototype at the Annapolis River Causeway, the Annapolis Tidal Station has been harnessing power from Bay of Fundy tides since 1984. It's…
7.74 MILES
Formerly known as Annapolis Highland Winery, this place specializes in craft cider made with 100% Nova Scotia apples, sometimes mixed with soft fruit. It…
8.88 MILES
All the estate-produced, award-winning wines made at this adorable little winery are created using solar energy, biodiesel, wind power and the natural…
9.59 MILES
Occupying a mid-19th-century Georgian home, this museum has exhibits on the town's marine history and early settlement.
7. Bear River First Nation Heritage & Cultural Centre
10.62 MILES
Bear River First Nation is a five-minute drive from Bear River town; turn left after crossing the bridge, then take a left where the road forks. The…
22.7 MILES
Built in 1904, this gorgeous little lighthouse had only two light keepers throughout its years of service: William Melanson and his daughter Louise. It…