Cowie Hill Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk

Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Browse personal items that survived the Titanic, enjoy dinner with a sea view and shop in the lively market along this scenic walkway.

Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
Point Pleasant Park showing general coastal views, a park and landscape views

St. Mary's University

4/5(1 review)

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.

St. Mary's University
Mount Saint Vincent University

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.

Mount Saint Vincent University
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

Dalhousie University

3/5(1 review)

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.

Dalhousie University

Activities

The Best of Halifax Tour with Peggy's Cove

Best of Halifax Tour + Peggy's Cove

AU$146
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Best of Halifax Tour + Peggy's Cove
Peggy's cove

Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg and Titanic Cemetery Full Day Tour

AU$181
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg and Titanic Cemetery Full Day Tour
Peggy's Cove Express from Halifax

Peggy's Cove Express from Halifax

AU$117
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Peggy's Cove Express from Halifax
Old Town Lunenburg

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

AU$197
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore
Harbour Hopper with city view in the background

Harbour Hopper Tour

AU$82
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Harbour Hopper Tour
Fisherman's Cove

Half-Day Historical Tour of Halifax

AU$197
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Historical Tour of Halifax
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Our pick of the best Cowie Hill Hotel Deals

HFX Airport Hotel
HFX Airport Hotel
2.5 out of 5
60 Sky Blvd, Goffs, Goffs, NS
The price is AU$214 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$214
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Goffs. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,271 reviews)
"The rooms are well n my maintained and clean. The common areas are clean but a little worn."

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

HFX Airport 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 AU$330 per night from 8 July to 9 July
AU$330
8 July - 9 July
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! (1,517 reviews)
"Great location with decent rooms. Walkable to waterfront which was decent. Parking in garage next door is $30/night. The breakfast at the hotel wasn’t fabulous- my bacon showed up in a pool of grease. Overall nice older hotel but I eat elsewhere."

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
The Barrington Hotel
The Barrington Hotel
3.5 out of 5
1875 Barrington St, Halifax, NS
The price is AU$294 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$294
13 July - 14 July
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! (4,202 reviews)
"Was by far the least expensive hotel downtown halifax. Very close to boardwalk. Was there friday. Rebooking sunday monday since we liked it so much"

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

The Barrington Hotel
Moxy Halifax Downtown
Moxy Halifax Downtown
3.5 out of 5
5417 COGSWELL STREET, Halifax, NS
The price is AU$301 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$301
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (611 reviews)
"We loved this hotel! It was so fun. The staff were incredibly friendly. Only minor quibble is that the doors are really loud when they close and that woke me up a few times…but, that’s minor. It was such a fun stay."

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

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 AU$428 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$428
20 July - 21 July
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! (1,692 reviews)
"Always provides a excellent location when visiting Halifax"

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Hearthstone Inn Boutique Hotel Halifax - Dartmouth
Hearthstone Inn Boutique Hotel Halifax - Dartmouth
3.5 out of 5
313 Prince Albert Road, Dartmouth, NS
The price is AU$208 per night from 11 July to 12 July
AU$208
11 July - 12 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dartmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Property needs better parking. Otherwise it was pleasant stay."

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

Hearthstone Inn Boutique Hotel Halifax - Dartmouth
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Other neighbourhoods around Cowie Hill

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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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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.

Fairmount
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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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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.

Fairview
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

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