Hi NJ.

Early November is still a pleasant time to see Nova Scotia, with the limitations of the season.

There will not likely be any snow in the early part of November, other than perhaps a few flakes overnight sometimes. The weather will be getting colder, but not yet bitter. Below freezing nights are a 50-50 possibility, with frost at night the majority of evenings. By day, expect the mercury to get into the 40s, with an occasional 50s afternoon. Two days will be cloudy or rainy for every sunny one.

Most places do not close down for the season in Nova Scotia, except for a minority of smaller establishments in small villages. You'll have no difficulty finding hotels and restaurants, especially in bigger centers.

In rural Nova Scotia, the leaves are gone by November, so the trees will leave you with a haunting feeling that the warmer season is past.

Much as at home, November days are short, with sunset before 5 p.m. (Our clocks go back the same time as yours, November 2.) Everyone is still out and about, though, especially in the cities, where there's always lots of night life.

Happy travels, and let me know if I can help further!

David

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The only area where I would disagree with what captien has said is on the issue of whether or not places are open. Throughout Cape breton Island, with the exception of the larger places like sydney, Port hawkesbury and perhaps Cheticamp, most of the small tourism operators (and in most places there are no large operators) are closed after mid October. That is particularly true around the Cabot Trail where it can be difficult to find accommodation and close to impossible to find a restaurant that is open. Ironically, this even applies to baddeck . Also, all of the major tourist attractions are also closed. Tours can be organised for the Fortress of Louisbourg, the Miner's Museum (at a cost) and the Alexander Graham Bell Museum but if you don't do it ahead of time it won't happen.

Cheers and have a great honeymoon

Hi,

Pfound is correct that most of the attractions close down the middle of October; however you'll find museums & such opened in Halifax.

I'd suggest that you go to the following website & order the guide "Doers & Dreamers". In that as well as on the website, you'll find the dates when attractions are open. The guide is also great to have with you when you're travelling.

www.novascotia.com

Other than the larger provincial centres (airport, downtown Halifax, etc.), the Visitor information Centres will be closed also. I believe that Wolfville in the Annapolis Valley will still be open.

However, our beautiful scenery,great restaurants, variety of good accommodations,& friendly people will be here to help make your honeymoon memorable.

And yes, the famous high tides of the Bay of Fundy will be still there for your viewing.

Fundygirl

In November I'd probably make my base in Halifax and do day trips to the south shore and Annapolis Valley. Halifax is truly a year round city with all of the restaurants and shops remainging open year round, although many of the tourist attractions (boat tours for instance) will be shut down by then. Elsewhere, however, it's quite a different story.

Here on the south shore, they roll up the sidewalks after Thanksgiving (which is Columbus Day weekend in the US). In Lunenburg, all of the boat tours will have stopped, the museum is closed, along with many of the B&Bs. The shops that do not close all together are open only on the weekends. Also, there are very few restaurants that eill still be open.

The valley, in particular Wolfville, an university town, has a bit more life in the fall.

As for weather, it can be a very mixed bag. Some days are absolutely gorgeous. As for others.....bundle up! It's been a very long time, but the first snow flakes have been seen as early as Holloween!

Weather around Nov 1 is usually brisk but bright, temp can range from +5C to +20C. Many of the restaurantsoutside of the main towns and cities close at Thanksgiving in mid-Oct, but most main attractions remain open. On your way, stop in the beautiful historic town of Amherst, see the lovely homes, eat in the excellent restaurants and stay at The Regent B&B.

Joggins, the newly acclaimed UNESCO World Heritage site is only 20 minutes away, and its only 45 mins from the Confederation Bridge to PEI.

Could you please tell me about the excellent restaurants in Amherst.

I would be interested in this as well.

We have very little imput on the Amherst area,

blondie **

Reply to maryann & blondie regarding Amherst restaurants; There are numerous very good restaurants but two are truly excellent: Duncan's Pub on Victoria St serves a wide selection of fare including seafood, steak and numerous salad and pasta dishes - their wings are top-notch. The Old Germany Restaurant is one of the best ethnic restaurants in NS, serving traditional schnitzel, sausage, sauerkraut, etc, but also some great fish and chicken dishes. All produce is fresh from their farm, the bread and desserts (to die for) are all home made!

I have eaten at Duncan's Pub several times, and it is excellent, but it is a pub.

Friends of mine tried the German restaurant and were disappointed, but I'm glad to hear another opinion.

As for the south west, we are in Bear River and by November there are tumbleweeds blowing down the street (just kiddng). That's not to say that there is nothing to do, but many places are closed for the season as they are in nearby Digby and Annapolis Royal. So come prepared and do a little advance prep on local events and attractions. Dress warmly and have fun!