Melville Cove Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Melville Cove
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.
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.
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.
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.
Point Pleasant Park
Discover forest trails, harbor views, wartime heritage and Shakespeare at this peninsula park that sees the forest meet the Atlantic Ocean.
Activities
Halifax Small Group Premium Tour with Peggy’s Cove
Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 Admission & Tour
Halifax Premium Driving Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore
JFarwell Adventure Yacht Sailing in the Halifax Harbour
Tall Ship Silva Sailing Cruise
Our pick of the best Melville Cove Hotel Deals
HFX Airport Hotel
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025
The Barrington Hotel
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025
Future Inns Halifax
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Cambridge Suites Hotel
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Melville Cove
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.
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.
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.
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.
North End
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.
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.
