North Sydney travel guide

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You're Going to Love North Sydney

North Sydney 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 North Sydney to see all of its attractions.

When to visit North Sydney

North Sydney in February
Estimated hotel price
$86
1 night at 3-star hotel
North Sydney in February
Estimated hotel price
$86
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to North Sydney

Plane

When flying to North Sydney, you’ll arrive at Sydney (YQY), which is located 10 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to North Sydney from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 16h 33m.

Car

Another option to get to North Sydney is to pick up a car rental from Halifax, which is about 194 miles from North Sydney. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in Halifax.

Bus

Maritime Bus operates bus routes to North Sydney. North Sydney’s bus station is located 0.4 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to North Sydney, you’ll arrive at Sydney (YQY), which is located 10 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to North Sydney from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 16h 33m.

Car

Another option to get to North Sydney is to pick up a car rental from Halifax, which is about 194 miles from North Sydney. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in Halifax.

Bus

Maritime Bus operates bus routes to North Sydney. North Sydney’s bus station is located 0.4 miles from the city center.

Airports near North Sydney

Airlines serving North Sydney

Air Canada
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Where to stay in popular areas of North Sydney

Most booked hotels in North Sydney

Hampton Inn by Hilton Sydney Nova Scotia
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 770 reviews)
$157+
Hotel North
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 445 reviews)
$180+
The Simon Hotel Sydney
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 673 reviews)
$181+
Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront
3 stars
Good (7.7, 717 reviews)
$154+
Comfort Inn Sydney
2 stars
Good (7.6, 324 reviews)
$147+
The Clansman Motel
2 stars
Good (7.5, 243 reviews)
$122+

Renting a car in North Sydney

Renting a car in North Sydney costs $58 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 43% cheaper than airport locations in North Sydney.

Expect to pay $5.22 per gallon in North Sydney (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.

Renting a car in North Sydney costs $58 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 43% cheaper than airport locations in North Sydney.

Expect to pay $5.22 per gallon in North Sydney (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.

Car rental agencies in North Sydney

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