Explore Nova Scotia like never before with Google Earth

It’s the closest you’ll ever come to taking your vacation for a test drive. With the power of Google Earth you can explore the entire province from home. Fly from place to place, zooming in tight or pulling back for a wider view. And don't forget to look for your 'Don't Miss' Nova Scotia attractions, activities, and events. With satellite imagery, it's almost like being here in person.

Start Exploring

Want to start exploring right away? It’s easy. Confirm that your system meets minimum requirements, and download Google Earth to your computer. It’s completely free. Once you have Google Earth downloaded and running, click on the Nova Scotia layer, and you’re off. Also, watch out for the “Discover on Google Earth” icons throughout novascotia.com. Click on them and you’ll immediately be taken to the Nova Scotia layer on Google Earth.

Now you’re ready to immerse yourself in Nova Scotia—Google Earth style. From your aerial view, you’ll notice tartan placemarks throughout the province. To learn more, click on the placemark, and you’ll get interesting facts and photos that give you a taste of the experience. Then, buckle up and “fly” to other locations, zooming in and out as you go. It’s a fun, easy and pretty cool way to plan your Nova Scotia vacation.

Tips & Help

No trip, actual or virtual, should be anything but fun and easy. So if you need help downloading or using Google Earth, we’ve got you covered.  In our help section, you’ll find information about system requirements, step-by-step downloading instructions, tips on using Google Earth, FAQs, and more.