- City Hall - Cape Breton Regional Municipality - See city hall and learn this history of Cape Breton and how Sydney was rolled up in it. Your challenge involves the crest of Cape Breton
- Sydney Waterfront Boardwalk - As you walk on the boardwalk, you’ll learn about this city and its history, as you also see several sites.
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Sydney Merchant Mariners Memorial - Learn about the naval history of Sydney’s inhabitants.
Close to : - Old Sydney Society
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Joan Harriss Cruise Pavillion - See where cruise ships arrive here in Sydney.
Close to : - St.Patrick’s Church Museum
- Cape Breton Highlanders Museum
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The Big Fiddle Market - See Sydney’s public market and learn about the Tartan of Cape Breton, and that of Nova Scotia.
Close to : - St.Patrick’s Church Museum
- Cape Breton Highlanders Museum
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The Big Fiddle - Listen to an original song played from this giant fiddle which reflects the Celtic heritage of the people here. Your challenge is to uncover the fiddle’s name.
Close to : - St.Patrick’s Church Museum
- Cape Breton Highlanders Museum
- Sir John George Bourinot, National Historic Plaque - Learn about Sir Bourinot and see the ancient carved lion, while solving a riddle.
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St Patrick’s Church Museum - Learn about this historic church that’s become a museum and solve a challenge.
Near : - Cossit House Museum
- Port of Sydney
- The Big Fiddle
- Jost Heritage House
- St.George’s Anglican Church
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Jost Heritage House - See this original 1786 house and learn of its inhabitants. The challenge involves yard decorations.
Near : - St.Patrick’s Church Museum
- Cossit House Museum
- St.George’s Anglican Church
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Cossit House Museum - This is the oldest house in Sydney from 1787. Discover its history and face another challenge here.
Near : - St.Patrick’s Church Museum
- Jost Heritage House
- St.George’s Anglican Church
- St. Georgeâs Anglican Church and Graveyard - Learn about this church’s history and decode a cipher to figure out your next destination.
- Old Sydney Society - Find out what this society is and how it came to be in this 1817 Bank of Montreal building.
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Highland Arts Theatre - See this grand events venue in the former St.Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. A challenge awaits you around the back.
Near: - Old Sydney Society
- Sydney Waterfront Boardwalk
- Cape Breton City Hall
- 18 iconic sites and locations
- Round-the-clock customer service
- Easy-to-follow instructions and directions on your smartphone
- 12 engaging and varied challenges
- pick-up and drop off - guests must make their own way to our start location.
- Museum and attraction admission is not included, as you are not required to enter them.
Seeking activities in Sydney Nova Scotia, now known as Cape Breton? Try our scavenger hunt on foot to explore the city! Stroll from the City Hall to the Sydney Harbor via the Cossit and Jost Houses, and the Highlands Arts Theater.
Unearth the must-see tourist spots and the distinctive features of what locals term as home. Tackle tasks at each phase of your tour. Simultaneously, get a taste of the area’s history.
There are two different versions, both leading to identical destinations, but presenting distinct tasks: Version #1 kicks off at City Hall, Version #2 commences at the Port of Sydney cruise terminal.
It’s an entertaining and educational experience. Behold all the attractions! A total of 18 spots. Absorb some local history. Test your wisdom through 12 diverse tasks. It’s enjoyable for people of all ages, including children. Wander at your speed (1.8 km / 1.1 mi).
Initiate at your convenience, via your smartphone – there’s no rigid timetable.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
