Across the lake from the estate of Alexander Graham Bell, who loved the little town, Baddeck lies in rich farmland and is very much the island’s premier resort destination.

Set on the northwest side of Bras d’Or Lake, Baddeck is still the small, friendly town that charmed visitors in the 19th century. All amenities are within walking distance. The town’s main street follows the waterfront and is lined with shops, cafés, and restaurants.

Boat cruises around the lake are available from several places on Water Street by the shore. The town’s top attraction is the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site. The museum here contains the world’s largest collection of photographs, artifacts, and documents about the life of this famous humanitarian and inventor. There are early telephones and several of his later inventions, including a copy of his HD-4 Hydrofoil.