Plan your visit
Port-Royal National Historic Site
Port-Royal Habitation is situated on the Annapolis River in Port-Royal, Nova Scotia, a 2-hour drive from Halifax and the airport. Melanson Settlement and Fort Anne are nearby.
The grounds are open year-round with no winter maintenance. The Habitation and washrooms are open from mid-May to Thanksgiving Day. Visit between June and September for the full experience.
Plan to spend at least two hours touring the site, though it’s easy to pass more time exploring the Habitation, and picnicking along the Annapolis River.
Free admission at Port-Royal National Historic Site
The Canada Strong Pass is back! Enjoy free admission from June 19 to September 7, 2026.
Services and information
Hours of operation
Open daily from mid-May until mid-October. Grounds are open year-round.
Facilities and services
Parking, washrooms, accessibility, tours, and walking trail.
Shop and reserve
Shop for passes and permits, souvenirs, and official Parks Canada merchandise. Make a reservation for a guided experience or program.
Fees
Free admission, program fees and more.
Passes and permits
Discovery Pass. Film permits.
Brochures and publications
Visitor Guide.
Weather
Seasonal and local weather, and trends.
Travel trade
Discover what Parks Canada has to offer.
Google Street View
Check out Port-Royal using Google Street View!
How to get here
Location
Port-Royal National Historic Site
53 Historic Lane
Port Royal, Nova Scotia B0S 1K0
Phone
902-532-2898 (Mid-May to October) / 902-532-2321 (October to mid-May)
Email
portroyal@pc.gc.ca
Directions
Port-Royal is located just west of Annapolis Royal and Granville Ferry. Driving time from Halifax is approximately 2 hours; from Yarmouth, approximately 1.5 hours.
Services and amenities
Accessible Parking
Accessible services
Accessible toilets
Bus parking
First Aid
Gift shop
Indoor Exhibit
Information
Interpretation
Lookout
No dogs
Parking
Picnic area
Restrooms
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