Lunenburg travel guide

Lunenburg Tourism | Lunenburg Guide

You're Going to Love Lunenburg

With a population of 2 085, Lunenburg is a must-see destination in Nova Scotia, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Lunenburg to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Lunenburg

If you’re looking for affordable options, Rime Restaurant (9 King St) and Beach Pea Kitchen & Bar (128 Montague St.) are great picks.

When to visit Lunenburg

Lunenburg in February
Estimated hotel price
$51
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lunenburg in February
Estimated hotel price
$51
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Lunenburg

Plane

Although Lunenburg doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Halifax Intl (YHZ), which is located 85 km from Lunenburg. Airlines that fly from the United States to Lunenburg include American Airlines, Air Canada and Emirates. The shortest flight to Lunenburg from the United States departs from Nashville and takes around 6h 17m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the only carrier operating train routes to Lunenburg.

Car

Another option to get to Lunenburg is to pick up a car rental from Halifax, which is about 66 km from Lunenburg. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in Halifax.

Plane

Although Lunenburg doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Halifax Intl (YHZ), which is located 85 km from Lunenburg. Airlines that fly from the United States to Lunenburg include American Airlines, Air Canada and Emirates. The shortest flight to Lunenburg from the United States departs from Nashville and takes around 6h 17m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the only carrier operating train routes to Lunenburg.

Car

Another option to get to Lunenburg is to pick up a car rental from Halifax, which is about 66 km from Lunenburg. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in Halifax.

Airports near Lunenburg

Airlines serving Lunenburg

Lufthansa
Good (4,679 reviews)
KLM
Good (842 reviews)
SWISS
Good (952 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,243 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,578 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,108 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,422 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,993 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (6,016 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
LOT
Good (678 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,170 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (840 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (533 reviews)
Egypt Air
Good (195 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (774 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,323 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (59 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lunenburg

Average rates range from around $152 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $196 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lunenburg

Most booked hotels in Lunenburg

Fisherman's Daughter B&B
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, 99 reviews)
$163+
Bayview Pines Country Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 144 reviews)
$135+
Fairmont House Bed & Breakfast
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 210 reviews)
$134+
Lunenburg Arms Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 531 reviews)
$147+
Smugglers Cove Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 397 reviews)
$167+
Rum Runner Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 571 reviews)
$151+

Renting a car in Lunenburg

Expect to pay $5.22 per gallon in Lunenburg (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $62.69 and $83.58.

Expect to pay $5.22 per gallon in Lunenburg (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $62.69 and $83.58.