Maritime Inn Antigonish is located close to summer theatre, golf, parks, shopping and entertainment.
Antigonish abounds in leisure and recreational facilities for people of all ages. This university town boasts a vibrant community of artists, many specialty shops, and a variety of excellent cuisine.
The new Charles V. Keating Millennium Centre at St. Francis Xavier University is the top attraction in the area for sports and entertainment events as well as conferences. Also at the university are live performances at The Bauer Theatre, the historical Hall of the Clans at the Angus L. MacDonald Library, and the pool at the Olands Athletic Centre.
With a population of 7500, Antigonish is proud to host the longest running Scottish Highland Games outside Scotland. During the autumn, the fall colours in the hills around the Antigonish area are spectacular.
Other area attractions include:
· Sandy Crystal Beach
· Hiking trails
· Freshly caught lobster being unloaded at Antigonish Landing
· Challenging 18-hole course at Antigonish Golf Club
· Antigonish Heritage Museum
· Carved tree statues throughout the local area
· Exciting stock car racing at Riverside Speedway