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Popular places to visit

Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk

Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk

Browse personal items that survived the Titanic, enjoy dinner with a sea view and shop in the lively market along this scenic walkway.

Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
Point Pleasant Park showing general coastal views, a park and landscape views

St. Mary's University

Enjoy the student vibe at St. Mary's University as part of your travels around Halifax. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

St. Mary's University
Maritime Museum of the Atlantic which includes a playground as well as a large group of people

Maritime Museum of the Atlantic

Climb aboard a century-old ship and discover Atlantic Canada’s seafaring tales and maritime heritage at this harborfront museum.

Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
Mount Saint Vincent University

Mount Saint Vincent University

Enjoy the student vibe at Mount Saint Vincent University during your stay in Halifax. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Mount Saint Vincent University
Halifax Public Gardens

Halifax Public Gardens

Halifax’s Victorian-style gardens are a hidden gem for heritage and respite in the city center. Walk among fountains, ponds and manicured gardens.

Halifax Public Gardens
Point Pleasant Park

Point Pleasant Park

Discover forest trails, harbor views, wartime heritage and Shakespeare at this peninsula park that sees the forest meet the Atlantic Ocean.

Point Pleasant Park

Activities

The Best of Halifax Tour with Peggy's Cove

Best of Halifax Tour + Peggy's Cove

NZ$156
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Best of Halifax Tour + Peggy's Cove
Peggy's cove

Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg and Titanic Cemetery Full Day Tour

NZ$194
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg and Titanic Cemetery Full Day Tour
Peggy's Cove Express from Halifax

Peggy's Cove Express from Halifax

NZ$126
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Peggy's Cove Express from Halifax
Old Town Lunenburg

Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore

NZ$212
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore
2 Hour Fishing Experience in Halifax

2 Hour Fishing Experience in Halifax

NZ$181
per adult
2 Hour Fishing Experience in Halifax
See The Halifax City Tour

Halifax Harbour Historical & Wildlife High-Speed Tour

NZ$79
per adult
Halifax Harbour Historical & Wildlife High-Speed Tour
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Our pick of the best Cowie Hill Hotel Deals

The Barrington Hotel

The Barrington Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1875 Barrington St, Halifax, NS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$360 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$360
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (4,333 reviews)
"Perfect"

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

The Barrington Hotel
HFX Airport Hotel

HFX Airport Hotel

2.5 out of 5
60 Sky Blvd, Goffs, Goffs, NS
The price is NZ$259 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
NZ$259
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Goffs. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,682 reviews)
"We stayed at the HFX Airport Hotel in Goffs, Nova Scotia, for an overnight layover on our way home from Amsterdam. The free shuttle from the airport was quick and convenient, and it was already waiting for us when we arrived. The hotel is older, which shows in areas like the carpets and pool facilities, ..."

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

HFX Airport Hotel
Moxy Halifax Downtown

Moxy Halifax Downtown

3.5 out of 5
5417 COGSWELL STREET, Halifax, NS
The price is NZ$321 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$321
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (701 reviews)
"Fun Hotel."

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

Moxy Halifax Downtown
Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites

Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites

3 out of 5
973 Wilkinson Ave, Dartmouth, NS
The price is NZ$276 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$276
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Dartmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,546 reviews)
"Positif: - Lits très confortables - Très bel hôtel avec une glissade d'eau pour les enfants Négatifs: - Situé dans un parc semi-industriel (Montage de roches) - Aucune borne électrique à la disposition des clients"

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites
Cambridge Suites Hotel

Cambridge Suites Hotel

3 out of 5
1583 Brunswick St, Halifax, NS
The price is NZ$374 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
NZ$374
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,061 reviews)
"The service was excellent."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Cambridge Suites Hotel
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax

5 out of 5
1700 Grafton Street, Halifax, NS
The price is NZ$436 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$436
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,733 reviews)
"It’s a good place to stay if you want to live in downtown Halifax. Convenient location, easy to walk to public gardens and citadel historical museum!"

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
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Other neighbourhoods around Cowie Hill

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Melville Cove

While Melville Cove isn't home to many top sights, Chocolate Lake Beach and Sir Sandford Fleming Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Melville Cove
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Fairmount

Fairmount might not have many top sights, but Chocolate Lake Beach and Halifax Shopping Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Fairmount
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Armview

Armview might not have many top sights, but Sir Sandford Fleming Park and Chocolate Lake Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Armview
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Westmount

While there might not be top attractions in Westmount, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Halifax Shopping Centre and Chocolate Lake Beach.

Westmount
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Fairview

While there might not be top attractions in Fairview, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Halifax Mainland Common Park and Fairview Lawn Cemetery.

Fairview
Halifax Public Gardens which includes a garden and a pond

South End

South End is beloved for its captivating waterfront views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Nova Scotia Archives and Rebecca Cohn Auditorium.

South End

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