Fairmount Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Fairmount
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Dalhousie University
Explore the campus of Dalhousie University as part of your travels around Halifax. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
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.
Activities
Halifax Small Peggy’s Cove Express
Halifax Premium Driving Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Annapolis Valley
Halifax Churches, Gardens & Graveyards: a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Fairmount Hotel Deals
HFX Airport Hotel
The room was very clean. The shuttle was on time and the restaurant was a great environment to have something to eat and conversation.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
The Barrington Hotel
Room was clean and reception wag great!
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites
Clean, spacious rooms (online photos don't do them justice), supplies and appliances beyond what we expected, clean and well-furnished pool and hot tub area, friendly, helpful staff, and a well-lit and convenient location! Always felt safe and comfortable. Well done!
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Great view, overlooking Citadel Hill. Fantastic proximity to bars and restaurants downtown. Great staff. Immaculate rooms. Zero complaints. Definitely will stay there again.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
The lovely staff person Svetlanna who took care of us when we checked in and gave us extra towels and lots of attention and cleaned our room and she helped us with the coffee maker!!! thank you!!
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Hearthstone Inn Boutique Hotel Halifax - Dartmouth
The staff was so helpful and friendly
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Fairmount
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.
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.
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.
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 Sir Sandford Fleming Park.
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.
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 Halifax Mainland Common Park and Canada Games Centre, a few notable attractions nearby.
