Sydney Nova Scotia Cruise Port

Sydney Nova Scotia is situated on beautiful Cape Breton Island. Its cruise terminal is called the Joan Harriss Cruise Pavilion.

The Sydney cruise terminal is conveniently located in the heart of Sydney NS.

Please note that the terminal can handle only one large ship. Additional ships must anchor in the harbor and passengers are tendered to port.

Public Transportation

Due to the location of the port, a shuttle is not required.

Public transit information is available at www.cbrm.ns.ca.

Sydney Cruise Terminal, Nova Scotia

Sydney has as small historic district that surrounds an esplanade. It was founded by United Empire Loyalists fleeing the American Revolution.

Points of interest in Sydney include:

Fortress of Louisbourg

This is the oldest fortress in North America.

The Canadian dollar is used in Nova Scotia and throughout Canada. US currency is accepted by some retailers and restaurants.

Average monthly temperatures (celcius) and precipitation amounts received in Sydney are as follows:

Month	Minimum	Maximum	Precipitation
May	3	13	103
June	8	19	97
July	13	23	87
Aug	13	23	100
Sept	9	19	119
Oct	4	13	143

Free Wifi is available at many local cafes and restaurants.