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 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 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 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

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

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

Activities

The Best of Halifax Tour with Peggy's Cove

Best of Halifax Tour + Peggy's Cove

AU$142
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Best of Halifax Tour + Peggy's Cove
Halifax Walking Food Tour

Halifax Walking Food Tour

AU$182
per adult
Halifax Walking Food Tour
Halifax: Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, and Annapolis Valley Tour

Halifax: Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, and Annapolis Valley Tour

AU$286
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Halifax: Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, and Annapolis Valley Tour
Peggy's Cove Express from Halifax

Peggy's Cove Express from Halifax

AU$114
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Peggy's Cove Express from Halifax
Halifax Scavenger Hunt: Halifax’s Hopping Harbour

Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Halifax’s Hopping Harbour

AU$19
per adult
Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Halifax’s Hopping Harbour
Private Sightseeing Halifax City with Peggy's Cove Visit

Private Sightseeing Halifax City with Peggy's Cove Visit

AU$605
per traveller
Private Sightseeing Halifax City with Peggy's Cove Visit
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Our pick of the best Downtown Halifax Hotel Deals

Cambridge Suites Hotel
Cambridge Suites Hotel
3 out of 5
1583 Brunswick St, Halifax, NS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$220 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
AU$220
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
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! (1,810 reviews)
"Parking was easy"

Reviewed on 2 Apr. 2025

Cambridge Suites Hotel
The Barrington Hotel
The Barrington Hotel
3.5 out of 5
1875 Barrington St, Halifax, NS
The price is AU$205 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
AU$205
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
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! (4,098 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"

Reviewed on 1 Apr. 2025

The Barrington Hotel
Moxy Halifax Downtown
Moxy Halifax Downtown
3.5 out of 5
5417 COGSWELL STREET, Halifax, NS
The price is AU$178 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$178
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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! (471 reviews)
"First time in halifax it was an amazing experience all thanks to moxy and their staff. Everyone was friendly and helpful. The room are out of this world we are already looking to book for this summer 11/10 ."

Reviewed on 1 Apr. 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$262 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$262
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
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! (1,623 reviews)
"The grand suite was beautiful. Staff were friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 30 Mar. 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 AU$272 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
AU$272
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
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! (1,003 reviews)
We'd come back, but will pass on the amenities
"Staff were all lovely. Check in easy. Great location for downtown. Nice rooms. Loved the showers . Noise from the hallway felt like people walking by were right in the room with us. Only real disappointment was the room service. $76 for 2 breakfast after tip and they show to the door with our breakfasts ..."

Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2025

Halifax Marriott Harbourfront 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$262 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
AU$262
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
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! (1,447 reviews)
"beautiful hotel and room."

Reviewed on 3 Apr. 2025

The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
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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 featuring a cemetery and a memorial

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 Shakespeare by the Sea or Emera Oval.

North End
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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.

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 Mont Blanc Anchor Site 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

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