Old Town Lunenburg Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Old Town Lunenburg
Popular places to visit
St John's Anglican Church
Find out about the history of Lunenburg when you spend time at St John's Anglican Church. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Lunenburg Waterfront
You can learn about the history of Lunenburg with a trip to Lunenburg Waterfront. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic during your travels in Lunenburg. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's museums.
Bluenose II
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Bluenose II in Lunenburg. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Lunenburg Opera House
Enjoy a performance at Lunenburg Opera House, a popular theatre in Lunenburg. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.
Heckman-Morash House
You can learn about the history of Lunenburg with a visit to Heckman-Morash House. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.
Activities
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore
Our pick of the best Old Town Lunenburg Hotel Deals
Smugglers Cove Inn
"Thé room room floor was dirty. The bathroom had black hair all over and the sink was plugged."
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
The Dockside Inn & Restaurant
"Our room was a bit dated but not a big deal at all. It was very clean and great view of Front Harbour of Lunenburg. Had a great breakfast and supper at the restaurant downstairs with friendly and helpful staff."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Salt Shaker Deli & Inn
"Felt more like a boarding house than quaint b&b?… and the stairs to rooms are a killer…long steep stairs with a suitcase is difficult and awkward & should be considered by anyone booking there with any sort of disability. Check the street parking bylaws too… I went in off season so apparently wasn’t ..."
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
The Homeport Motel
"The motel was very convenient and very quiet"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Best Western Plus Bridgewater Hotel & Convention Centre
"Clean room and pool. There was no wifi, so we had no access to internet or cable tv. Staff I asked to help troubleshoot this concern advised they would get back to me but they never did. Upstairs guests made a lot of noise and hotel staff were not able to get them to quiet down. Some hotels have ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Miller House By the Bay
"Very lovely home. Margaret was a gem. Chevy was a real treat."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Lunenburg
Lunenburg Waterfront
Lunenburg Waterfront is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lunenburg Waterfront and Bluenose II while you're in town.
