Discover the Legacy of Innovation at Marconi National Historic Site

Getting There

• Car

  If you're traveling by car, start from the Cabot Trail in Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Head southeast towards the Trans-Canada Highway (NS-105). Merge onto NS-105 and follow the signs for Sydney. After about 34 km, take Exit 8 for Glace Bay. Continue on Glace Bay Road for approximately 5 km until you reach Timmerman St. Turn left onto Timmerman St, and you will find the Marconi National Historic Site at 15 Timmerman St, Glace Bay, NS B1A 5M7.

• Public Transportation

  Using public transportation, you will first need to take a bus from Cape Breton Highlands National Park to Sydney. Look for the Maritime Bus service, which operates from various points in the park. Once you arrive in Sydney, you can catch another bus heading to Glace Bay. The bus will drop you off at a central location in Glace Bay. From there, you can take a taxi or walk approximately 1.5 km to reach Marconi National Historic Site at 15 Timmerman St.

• Taxi

  If you prefer a more direct route from Glace Bay, you can take a taxi from the bus stop to Marconi National Historic Site. The fare should be around CAD 10-15, depending on the exact pick-up location. Make sure to confirm the fare with the driver before starting your journey.