A UNESCO World Heritage Site about an hour from the city, Lunenburg is one of the most photographed towns in Nova Scotia. The brightly colored buildings, picturesque waterfront, and variety of shops, restaurants, and galleries make this spot the perfect day trip from Halifax. Lunenburg hosts the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic, where you can learn about the town's maritime history.

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