Downtown Halifax Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Halifax showing an administrative building and heritage architecture
Halifax which includes heritage elements and heritage architecture
Halifax which includes heritage elements and heritage architecture
Province House featuring an administrative building and interior views
Province House showing an administrative building and interior views

Popular places to visit

Maritime Museum of the Atlantic which includes a playground as well as a large group of people

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
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
Halifax City Hall

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
Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market

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

Halifax Citadel

4/5(2 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.

Halifax Citadel

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

Halifax Small Group Premium Tour with Peggy’s Cove

Halifax Small Group Premium Tour with Peggy’s Cove

NZ$129
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Halifax Small Group Premium Tour with Peggy’s Cove
Halifax: Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 Admission

Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 Admission & Tour

NZ$24
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 Admission & Tour
Halifax Premium Driving Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery

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

NZ$160
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Halifax Premium Driving Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery
Old Town Lunenburg

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

NZ$217
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore
JFarwell Adventure Yacht Sailing in the Halifax Harbour

JFarwell Adventure Yacht Sailing in the Halifax Harbour

NZ$136
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
JFarwell Adventure Yacht Sailing in the Halifax Harbour
close up of people on Tall Ship Silva

Tall Ship Silva Sailing Cruise

NZ$72
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Tall Ship Silva Sailing Cruise
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Our pick of the best Downtown Halifax Hotel Deals

The Barrington Hotel

The Barrington Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1875 Barrington St, Halifax, NS
The price is NZ$262 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$262
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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! (4,527 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

The Barrington Hotel
Cambridge Suites Hotel

Cambridge Suites Hotel

3 out of 5
1583 Brunswick St, Halifax, NS
The price is NZ$340 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$340
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,166 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable with plenty of space."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Cambridge Suites Hotel
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$313 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$313
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,835 reviews)
"room very clean, well appointed, comfortable bed. staff very friendly, accommodating"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax

5 out of 5
1700 Grafton Street, Halifax, NS
The price is NZ$399 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$399
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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! (1,868 reviews)
"Stayed one night in the Sutton Place. The hotel is located in downtown Halifax so that you can park the car and walk everywhere. Used the valet parking as it was very convenient. There is a Chop restaurant in the hotel for breakfast and dinner, and lots of room in the lobby to have a cocktail and ..."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel

Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel

4 out of 5
1919 Upper Water St, Halifax, NS
The price is NZ$380 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$380
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,023 reviews)
"Convenient location. Nice rooms."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel
Prince George Hotel

Prince George Hotel

4 out of 5
1725 Market St, Halifax, NS
The price is NZ$361 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$361
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,542 reviews)
"Great stay. Service was excellent!"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

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 which includes a memorial and a cemetery

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 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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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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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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