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Digby, Nova Scotia

Digby is a Canadian town in southwestern Nova Scotia. It is in the historical county of Digby and a separate municipality from the Municipality of the District of Digby.

Type City

Why go

  • Town in Nova Scotia, Canada.
  • Served by Digby / Annapolis Regional Airport (YDG).

History

Digby is a Canadian town in southwestern Nova Scotia. It is in the historical county of Digby and a separate municipality from the Municipality of the District of Digby. The town is situated on the western shore of the Annapolis Basin near the entrance to the Digby Gut, which connects the basin to the Bay of Fundy.

Airports

Digby / Annapolis Regional Airport (YDG) 8.7 km to the centre
Digby, NS, CA — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Indoor | Outdoor

Getting there by ferry

Digby
Ferry terminal · 4.3 km from the centre
Outdoor
Digby-Saint John Ferry
Ferry route · Bay Ferries Limited
Outdoor
Saint John to Digby
Ferry route · Bay Ferries Limited
Outdoor
Digby to Saint John
Ferry route · Bay Ferries Limited
Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Digby / Annapolis Regional Airport (YDG). Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 1 ferry terminal within 20 km (nearest: Digby, 4.3 km); routes include Digby-Saint John Ferry, Saint John to Digby, Digby to Saint John.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Digby, Nova Scotia. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Intercity coach
Intercity coach