Atlantic Canada Photo Spots
Etched by salt air, tides, and the mighty force of nature, Atlantic Canada unfolds as a rugged corner of North America that invites slow road trips and mindful travel. 😌 Quieter than Ontario and Quebec, the Atlantic provinces reveal a more immersive side of the East Coast, with fjord-like inlets, Acadian fishing villages, Inuit homelands, and a distinctive, painterly charm found almost nowhere else. 🖼
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Today, we teamed up with our local photographers to create this Canadian travel guide focusing especially on some of the most striking Atlantic Canada photo spots. 📸
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- Find coastal charm and storybook scenery in Charlottetown, PEI
- Wander river paths by day and sample local brews by night in Fredericton, New Brunswick
- Explore maritime history and Atlantic horizons in Halifax, Nova Scotia
- Take in iceberg sightings and layered history in St. John’s, Newfoundland & Labrador
- Hike highland trails for dramatic views on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia
Photo: Maddie in St. John’s for Flytographer. Megan and partner capture memories in Newfoundland on a couples photoshoot.
1. Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
Set on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean, Prince Edward Island, or simply PEI, is one of Canada’s Maritime provinces. The capital, Charlottetown, is a small coastal city that balances creative energy with an easygoing island rhythm. The harbourfront boardwalk is a highlight and a picture-perfect Atlantic Canada photo spot, with lobster boats and sailboats resting side by side and nets drying in the sun. How to complete the Anne of Green Gables picture? Stay in a B&B infused with classic coastal allure. 👒
After a slow morning, head out to explore the island’s pastoral scenery via cycling routes and coastal walks. When it’s time to refuel, expect some of the freshest seafood you’ll find anywhere along North America’s Atlantic coast. 🦞
Photo: Danielle in Charlottetown for Flytographer. Shannon and fmaily capture memories on Prince Edward Island with a family photoshoot.
2. Fredericton, New Brunswick
In New Brunswick, the riverfront town of Fredericton offers a seemingly endless expanse of trails tracing the banks of the broad, slow-moving Saint John River, known as the “Beautiful River.” The river makes for one of the best Atlantic Canada photo spots, and no matter when you visit: you will get some spectacular natural framing. 😍
The experience extends well beyond the riverbanks to the Bay of Fundy, home to the world’s highest tides. You can kayak past fjord-like cliffs at low tide, then return hours later to watch everything reshaped by surging water. It feels like a whole other world! In town, evenings come alive with a lively mix of breweries, meaderies, and cideries. 🍻
Photo: Lara in Fredericton for Flytographer. City photo of Gibson Trail in New Brunswick.
3. Halifax, Nova Scotia
Besides being a top family-friendly destination in Canada, Halifax, the capital city of Nova Scotia, is also great for history buffs. As the last resting place of many who perished with the sinking of the Titanic, the city carries deep ties to the tragedy. There are places of reflection, including cemeteries and museums, that offer a deeper understanding of the events. 🏛️ Beyond the city, National Historic Site locations such as Port-Royal and Louisbourg place First Nations and European histories in dialogue, showing how different cultures shaped the same places over time.
Fly tip: Looking for more Atlantic Canada photo spots? Take a day trip to Peggy’s Cove for wind-swept granite, crashing waves, and its iconic lighthouse, then continue to Mahone Bay, where a colourful harbour is reflected in calm waters. 👍
Photo: Flytographer in Halifax. Kiki and family capture memories in Nova Scotia on a family photo shoot.
4. St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador
As the capital of Newfoundland & Labrador, St. John’s blends stunning coastal landscapes with millennia of history. Its location as one of the easternmost places in North America means you can enjoy one-of-a-kind ocean-based activities such as whale watching excursions and, in season, spot towering icebergs drifting past as part of the famous Iceberg Alley. 🧊
History also abounds here. St. John’s is one of the oldest cities on the continent, and the broader region reflects the enduring traditions of Inuit communities in Labrador. The sense of uniqueness deepens if you travel farther afield to Gros Morne National Park, where fjords, cliffs, and striking geological formations turn even the most casual snapshot into something wildly frame-worthy.
Fly tip: From St. John’s, a longer road trip takes you to L’Anse aux Meadows, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the only authenticated Viking settlement in North America. 😲
Photo: Maddie in St. John’s for Flytographer. Cali and family capture memories in Newfoundland on a family photo shoot.
5. Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia
Condé Nast Traveler once named Cape Breton the number-one island destination in the Americas. It’s easy to see why. You can hike coastal paths and forested highlands, especially in Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Much of the park is accessible via the Cabot Trail, where mountain plateaus drop straight into the Atlantic, creating scenery that’s hard to beat — and easy to photograph! 📷 It’s impossible not to feel the rich sense of history here, rooted in Mi’kmaq culture, European settlement, and long traditions of harvesting natural resources from the sea. 🐚
Fun fact: Cape Breton’s beauty has long resonated with some of the brightest minds. Alexander Graham Bell once said, “For simple beauty, Cape Breton outrivals them all.” And that was long before he figured out how to call anyone about it! ☎️😂
Capturing memories on the East Coast
Nothing against the other Canadian provinces, but Eastern Canada really wins you over with unmatched Atlantic Canada photo spots. 🏆
No matter where you land on your next trip, you can reach out to our local Flytographers. Across 350+ destinations around the globe, they’ll show you the best photo spots while capturing your favourite travel moments along the way. 💙
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