Downtown Halifax Travel Guide

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A large, historic building with a clock tower, arched windows, and a grand entrance.
A historic building with ornate architecture, including a clock tower and arched windows.
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Stay near popular Downtown Halifax attractions

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Halifax Citadel

9.0/10 (4,080 reviews)
You can study the exhibits at Halifax Citadel, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Halifax. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
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Activities

Halifax Small Group Premium Tour with Peggy’s Cove

Halifax Small Group Peggy’s Cove Driving Tour

NZ$82
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Halifax Small Group Peggy’s Cove Driving Tour
Harbour Hopper with city view in the background

Harbour Hopper Tour

NZ$94
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Harbour Hopper Tour
Halifax Premium Driving Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery

Halifax Premium Driving Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery

NZ$134
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Halifax Premium Driving Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery
Halifax Sunset Cruise Ft. a Live Musician

Halifax Sunset Cruise Ft. a Live Musician

NZ$68
per adult
Halifax Sunset Cruise Ft. a Live Musician
Harbour Hopper on the water near Purdy's Tower

Halifax Harbour Hopper Tour

NZ$109
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Halifax Harbour Hopper Tour
Halifax Harborfront Night Tour: Titanic & Ghost Stories

Halifax Harborfront Night Tour: Titanic & Local History

NZ$51
per adult
Halifax Harborfront Night Tour: Titanic & Local History
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Our pick of the best Downtown Halifax Hotel Deals

Delta Hotels by Marriott™ Halifax Downtown

Delta Hotels by Marriott™ Halifax Downtown

4 out of 5
1990 Barrington St Halifax NS
The price is NZ$425 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
NZ$425
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
Delta Hotels by Marriott™ Halifax Downtown
The Barrington Hotel

The Barrington Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1875 Barrington St Halifax NS
The price is NZ$385 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
NZ$385
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
The Barrington Hotel
Moxy Halifax Downtown

Moxy Halifax Downtown

3.5 out of 5
5417 COGSWELL STREET Halifax NS
The price is NZ$400 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
NZ$400
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Moxy Halifax Downtown
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax

5 out of 5
1700 Grafton Street Halifax NS
The price is NZ$535 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$535
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,242 reviews)
"We absolutely loved this hotel on our last night in Halifax! It was immaculate all round, the room was beautiful with 2 gorgeous chandeliers, fine bedding linens, very comfy pillows, extremely clean, modern with gorgeous floor to ceiling windows with a view of the city. I loved the fact that all ..."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Cambridge Suites Hotel

Cambridge Suites Hotel

3 out of 5
1583 Brunswick St Halifax NS
The price is NZ$484 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$484
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,738 reviews)
"Great service"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

Cambridge Suites Hotel
Prince George Hotel

Prince George Hotel

4 out of 5
1725 Market St Halifax NS
The price is NZ$489 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$489
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Prince George Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Halifax

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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.

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North End

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

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Clayton Park

The restaurants and waterfront are a few reasons travellers visit Clayton Park. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Canada Games Centre and Halifax Mainland Common Park, a few notable attractions nearby.

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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.

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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.

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