Downtown Halifax Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit

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Maritime Museum of the Atlantic

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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
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Halifax City Hall

This eclectically designed monument is home to the municipal government and is the symbolic center of Halifax Regional Municipality.

Halifax City Hall
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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
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Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market during your trip to Halifax. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market
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Scotiabank Centre

Catch an event at Scotiabank Centre during your trip to Halifax. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Scotiabank Centre
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Casino Nova Scotia

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino Nova Scotia during your time in Halifax? Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Casino Nova Scotia

Activities

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Halifax Harbour Hopper Tour

NZ$87
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Halifax Harbour Hopper Tour
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Halifax: Hop-on Hop-Off Double Decker Bus City Tour

NZ$118
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Halifax: Hop-on Hop-Off Double Decker Bus City Tour
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Round Trip Ferry Tour to Georges Island

NZ$39
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Round Trip Ferry Tour to Georges Island
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Halifax: Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, and Annapolis Valley Tour

NZ$311
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Halifax: Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, and Annapolis Valley Tour
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Tall Ship Silva Sailing Cruise

NZ$70
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Tall Ship Silva Sailing Cruise
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Peggy's Cove: Half Day Tour

NZ$111
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Peggy's Cove: Half Day Tour
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Our pick of the best Downtown Halifax Hotel Deals

Hotel Halifax
Hotel Halifax
3.5 out of 5
1990 Barrington St, Halifax, NS
The price is NZ$190 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
NZ$190
per night
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8/10 Very Good! (4,775 reviews)
"Not the hotel’s fault but the road construction in that area made it a little more difficult to navigate. The hotel is very clean but needs to be updated."

Reviewed on 24 Sep. 2024

Hotel Halifax
The Barrington Hotel
The Barrington Hotel
3.5 out of 5
1875 Barrington St, Halifax, NS
The price is NZ$223 per night from 27 Sep to 28 Sep
NZ$223
per night
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,564 reviews)
"Convenient location"

Reviewed on 24 Sep. 2024

The Barrington Hotel
Cambridge Suites Hotel
Cambridge Suites Hotel
3 out of 5
1583 Brunswick St, Halifax, NS
The price is NZ$243 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
NZ$243
per night
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,600 reviews)
"Suite was great- two large rooms and very comfortable. Short walk to the harbour front."

Reviewed on 24 Sep. 2024

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$379 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$379
per night
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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! (1,505 reviews)
"Just perfect as usual. I love this hotel."

Reviewed on 25 Sep. 2024

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
4.5 out of 5
1515 South Park Street, Halifax, NS
The price is NZ$246 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
NZ$246
per night
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,218 reviews)
"Excellent hotel"

Reviewed on 24 Sep. 2024

The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
Prince George Hotel
Prince George Hotel
4 out of 5
1725 Market St, Halifax, NS
The price is NZ$368 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
NZ$368
per night
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,390 reviews)
"Excellent hotel"

Reviewed on 24 Sep. 2024

Prince George Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Halifax

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
Fairview Cemetery featuring a cemetery and a memorial

North End

4/5(1 area review)

You'll enjoy the bars and live music in North End. You might want to make time for a stop at Emera Oval or Cornwallis Street Baptist Church.

North End
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Armview

Armview might not have many top sights, but Chocolate Lake Beach and Halifax Shopping Centre 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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Melville Cove

While Melville Cove isn't home to many top sights, Mont Blanc Anchor Site and Chocolate Lake Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Melville Cove
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Cowie Hill

While Cowie Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Chocolate Lake Beach and Mont Blanc Anchor Site.

Cowie Hill

Downtown Halifax Travel Guide

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