Before you go
Your trip to Wolfville.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Wolfville – Nova Scotia Destination Annapolis Valley about 95 km from Halifax
How to get there
-
Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) Halifax · 85 km
Approximate distances. Check flights and bus, train or boat schedules before you travel.
By car, about 95 km from Halifax airport via Highway 101. There are regional buses between Halifax and the valley.
How many days
One day for Grand-Pré and the town; two days to include the wineries and the Joggins cliffs.
When to go
From June to October; May and June for the apple blossom; September and October for the harvest.
The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.
Do you need a car?
Yes, for Grand-Pré, the wineries and Joggins.
Suggested itinerary
An order that works
Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.
One day in Wolfville
-
Morning
Grand-Pré
Visit the Grand-Pré historic site, with the memorial church, gardens and the viewpoint over the dykelands.
-
Afternoon
Wolfville
Walk along Wolfville’s main street and continue to the Minas Basin waterfront to see the tide.
2 days in Wolfville
Day 1
-
All day
Grand-Pré and Wolfville
Do Grand-Pré in the morning and the town and Minas Basin in the afternoon.
Day 2
-
All day
Joggins Cliffs
Drive to Joggins across the bay for the fossil centre and the guided walk on the beach.
Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
What to do in Wolfville?
Visit Grand-Pré, walk the main street, visit valley wineries and see the tide at the Minas Basin.
How far is Halifax to Wolfville?
About 95 km, just over 1 hour by car.
Does Wolfville have wineries?
Yes, several in the hills around the town and on the way to Grand-Pré.
How far is Wolfville to Joggins?
About 180 km by road, around the Minas Basin, just under 2 hours by car.


