South End Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South End
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.
Halifax City Hall
This eclectically designed monument is home to the municipal government and is the symbolic center of Halifax Regional Municipality.
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.
Nova Scotia Archives
You can browse the exhibits at Nova Scotia Archives, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Halifax. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
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 South End Hotel Deals
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Clean, really friendly staff
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
The Barrington Hotel
Yes. One of the best stays we have had in Halifax.
Reviewed on 18 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
Hotel Halifax
lack of outlets
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Four Points by Sheraton Halifax
Staff were friendly and very accommodating
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel
clean room, perfect location for walking around downtown
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South End
Downtown Halifax
Downtown Halifax is beloved for its captivating waterfront views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Neptune Theatre and Maritime Museum of the Atlantic.
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.
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 Emera Oval.
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.
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.
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 Halifax Shopping Centre.
