Visit the beautiful town of Shelburne, home of the famous Shelburne Dory nestled on a beautiful natural harbour. The town was founded in 1783 by approximately 10,000 United Empire and Black Loyalists who arrived on vessels from New York. Today, the town is much smaller (pop. 2245), but there are many historical reminders of the loyalist founders. You may want to discover the history of Shelburne, swim in the ocean or attend one of our many festivals.  On a leisurely stroll through the Historic Waterfront  you will find galleries, antique and gift shops, restaurants, kayak and bike rentals, a marina and an arts centre.

Shelburne, Nova Scotia may be a small town, but it has a large appetite for great food and great variety. In and around the Historic Waterfront District, you will find both elegant French and Swiss cuisine, casual dining on the water, an espresso cafe, a bakery and home-cooked specialties. Download a walking guide (pdf®)

• Charlotte Lane Cafe

  13 Charlotte Lane(902) 875-3314

   

• Shelburne Pastry & Cafe

  151 Water Street (902) 875-1164

   

• Simple Pleasures Catering & Cafe

  135 Water Street (902) 875-2846

   

• Beandock Cafe & Collectibles

  Dock Street Historic Waterfront (902) 875-1302

   

• The Seadog Saloon and Sports Bar

  1 Dock Street, Historic Waterfront (902) 875-2862 

   

• The Loyalist Inn

  160 WaterStreet (902) 875-2343

   

• Nellie Bly's Cafe

  Water Street (902) 875-3110

   

• Tai Woo Family Restaurant

  165 Water Street (902) 875-1300