New Glasgow Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Pictou featuring street scenes and a house
New Glasgow featuring outdoor art
New Glasgow featuring landscape views and a bay or harbour
New Glasgow featuring street scenes
New Glasgow featuring street scenes

Charming Scottish heritage, a picturesque riverfront marina and a prosperous industrial history are showcased in this small town on Nova Scotia’s north coast.

Historic New Glasgow is the gateway to Pictou County and the north coast of Nova Scotia. Settled by Scottish pioneers in the late 18th century, New Glasgow is named after Scotland’s largest city. Experience the commercial capital of this part of Nova Scotia and take in New Glasgow’s rich maritime heritage. Enjoy the city’s great shopping, fascinating history and easy access to the northern coast.

New Glasgow is centred on the East River. Explore the scenic riverfront area surrounding the New Glasgow Marina. The 2.5-mile (4-kilometre) Samson Trail, built on an old railway bed, spans the whole area. Visit the waterfront at night to see the marina beautifully illuminated with Victorian-style lampposts.

Right on the dock you will find one of New Glasgow’s best-preserved heritage buildings, Squire Fraser’s Place. This stone building was constructed in 1845 and is one of the oldest structures in Nova Scotia. One block east of the river you will find New Glasgow’s Downtown area, which features a long line of small shops and restaurants among more of the city’s historic structures.

Learn about the history of New Glasgow and its surroundings by visiting a few of its museums. Find out about the importance of the city’s manufacturing industry at the Museum of Industry, located south of town. Fun interactive exhibits will teach you about New Glasgow’s development from a city of fishermen and traders to an industrial capital. Visit the Carmichael-Stewart House Museum to see the direct result of New Glasgow’s prosperous industry. This beautiful Victorian mansion was built for the heir of a shipbuilding fortune.

Take a 20-minute drive to reach Nova Scotia’s northern coast. Head to Melmerby Beach Provincial Park on the peninsula and find a 1.3-mile (2-kilometre) stretch of sandy beach.

Reach New Glasgow by car or bus from Halifax, Nova Scotia’s capital city. While in the area, be sure to try a slice of Pictou County pizza, which features a savoury brown sauce that locals love.

Travelodge Suites by Wyndham New Glasgow

Travelodge Suites by Wyndham New Glasgow

2 out of 5
700 Westville Rd, New Glasgow, NS
The price is ₹12,242 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
₹12,242
₹15,163 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Glasgow. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"From the time we checked in until the time we were leaving it didn’t matter who was working the front desk or any area everybody was extremely helpful and very pleasant to deal with. They definitely give the East Coast welcome! I’d stay here again for sure! Thanks to the staff for your support and ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Travelodge Suites by Wyndham New Glasgow
Comfort Inn New Glasgow

Comfort Inn New Glasgow

2.5 out of 5
740 Westville Rd, New Glasgow, NS
The price is ₹11,372 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
₹11,372
₹13,353 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in New Glasgow. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (504 reviews)
"Overall everything was great! Super happy with the room and the breakfast."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Comfort Inn New Glasgow
Riverside Inn

Riverside Inn

3 out of 5
47 Riverside Street, New Glasgow, NS
The price is ₹15,924 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
₹15,924
₹18,698 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star inn in New Glasgow. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Glasgow Square Theatre and Carmichael Stewart ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (139 reviews)
"We had a very nice stay there"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Riverside Inn
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Chisholms of Troy Coastal Cottages

Chisholms of Troy Coastal Cottages

3.5 out of 5
1327 Highway 19, Troy, NS
Stay at this 3.5-star cottage in Troy. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions North Canso Lighthouse and Île du Havre are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (245 reviews)
Lovely view
"Very comfortable but bed was not. Everything was very clean and the cottage was well appointed.the view is incredible and it was quiet and serene."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Chisholms of Troy Coastal Cottages
Smith Rock Chalets & Retreat

Smith Rock Chalets & Retreat

3 out of 5
310 Fitzpatrick Mountain Road, Scotsburn, NS
Stay at this 3-star ski cabin in Scotsburn. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions MacKay Brook Nature Reserve and Loch Broom ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (138 reviews)
"Nice location. Pool and hot tub nice after a long day of travel. Good view. Clean room. Appreciated the kitchenette."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Smith Rock Chalets & Retreat
FlowEdge Riverside Getaway

FlowEdge Riverside Getaway

4 out of 5
141 Bert Fox Rd, Elderbank, NS
Stay at this 4-star chalet in Elderbank. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Musquodoboit Waterway Elderbank Park and Lake ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
Sleeping on a cloud, in a dome
"What you see, is what you get. Property was beautiful, there were no surprises. Looked exactly like photos. Good instructions on how to use the included equipment(hot tub, fireplace, etc). The high point though? We're still talking about the bed. The bed was so comfortable we almost took it apart ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

FlowEdge Riverside Getaway
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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