Quick Facts
About Digby
Digby is a busy working harbour town perched on the Annapolis Basin where it opens through the dramatic Digby Gut to the Bay of Fundy, and its fleet of draggers has earned it the title of 'Scallop Capital of the World.' The town is also the Nova Scotia terminus of the year-round Bay Ferries service to Saint John, New Brunswick, making it a key Fundy crossing point, while its steep streets frame sweeping views over one of the world's most tidal bodies of water.
History
Settled in 1783 by United Empire Loyalists fleeing the American Revolution and named for British Admiral Robert Digby, the town rapidly grew into a major wooden-shipbuilding and fishing centre on the Fundy shore. The mid-20th-century scallop industry transformed Digby's economy and made its name globally recognized, and the arrival of the Saint John ferry service in the same era cemented its role as a cross-Fundy gateway that continues to anchor the local economy today.
Getting There
Distance from Halifax: 230 km (165 minutes)
Route: NS-101 W to Exit 26, then Route 303 into Digby
Top Attractions
- 🦪Digby Heritage Centre
- 🦪Bay Ferries terminal (Digby–Saint John, NB crossing)
- 🦪Digby Pines Golf Resort & Spa
- 🦪Digby Neck whale-watching departure point (Brier Island ferry, 30 min away)
Best For
Annual Events
- 📅Digby Scallop Days (August)
Explore Nearby
🏖️ Beaches
🗼 Lighthouses
Where to Stay in Digby
Find hotels, B&Bs, and vacation rentals in Digby and the surrounding Bay of Fundy area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Digby, Nova Scotia?
Digby is in the Digby Neck on Nova Scotia's Fundy shore. This site's Digby guide covers attractions, dining, and points of interest with visiting practicalities.
What is Digby known for?
Digby is best known for its scallop fleet, among the largest inshore scallop fleets in the world.
What are the top attractions in Digby?
whale watching on the Digby Neck and the Digby Pines resort leads the list. The Digby page on this site curates attractions, dining, and points of interest in one place.
How much time should I spend in Digby?
Most visitors spend a half to a full day in Digby, pairing it with nearby coastal towns for a two- to three-day loop.