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

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.

Scotiabank Centre

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

Activities

Discover Peggy's Cove: Private Journey from Halifax

Discover Peggy's Cove: Private Journey from Halifax

AU$148
Per adult
Discover Peggy's Cove: Private Journey from Halifax
Halifax: Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, and Annapolis Valley Tour

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

AU$284
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Halifax: Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, and Annapolis Valley Tour
Halifax City Sightseeing by Private a/c vehicle

Halifax City Sightseeing by Private a/c vehicle

AU$158
Per adult
Halifax City Sightseeing by Private a/c vehicle
Half-Day Private Tour in Halifax with Professional Guide

Half-Day Private Tour in Halifax with Professional Guide

AU$479
Per adult
Half-Day Private Tour in Halifax with Professional Guide
Halifax: Churches, Gardens, & Graveyards Smartphone Tour

Halifax: Churches, Gardens, & Graveyards Smartphone Tour

AU$10
Per adult
Halifax: Churches, Gardens, & Graveyards Smartphone Tour
Explore Halifax with 3 Unique Smartphone Audio Walking Tours

Explore Halifax with 3 Unique Smartphone Audio Walking Tours

AU$21
Per adult
Explore Halifax with 3 Unique Smartphone Audio Walking Tours
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Our pick of the best Downtown Halifax Hotel Deals

Hotel Halifax
Hotel Halifax
3.5 out of 5
1990 Barrington St, Halifax, NS
The price is AU$145 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
AU$145
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,161 reviews)
"Mice running thru pedway and Scotia square on way through and bathroom wasn’t cleaned well enough , toothpaste stains on floor and hair in the sink"

Reviewed on 22 Nov. 2024

Hotel Halifax
The Barrington Hotel
The Barrington Hotel
3.5 out of 5
1875 Barrington St, Halifax, NS
The price is AU$145 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
AU$145
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,717 reviews)
Another great stay at the Barrington.
"Great stay, love this hotel, highly recommended."

Reviewed on 22 Nov. 2024

The Barrington Hotel
Cambridge Suites Hotel
Cambridge Suites Hotel
3 out of 5
1583 Brunswick St, Halifax, NS
The price is AU$164 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$164
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,615 reviews)
"Great location and pleasant room ?"

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

Cambridge Suites 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$187 per night from 11 Dec to 12 Dec
AU$187
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
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! (1,317 reviews)
"Everything was fine with my stay, as usual with Lord Nelson Hotel."

Reviewed on 21 Nov. 2024

The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
5 out of 5
1700 Grafton Street, Halifax, NS
The price is AU$224 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$224
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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! (1,507 reviews)
"Stunning hotel!"

Reviewed on 22 Nov. 2024

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Prince George Hotel
Prince George Hotel
4 out of 5
1725 Market St, Halifax, NS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$390 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
AU$390
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,367 reviews)
"The Prince Geoge hotel was beautiful. The only thing is we were not aware that parking would cost us $30 a day and that adds up when you stay for 4 days as we did."

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

Prince George Hotel
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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 Halifax North Common Park or Cornwallis Street Baptist Church.

North End
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Armview

Armview might not have many top sights, but Mont Blanc Anchor Site 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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Melville Cove

While Melville Cove isn't home to many top sights, Mont Blanc Anchor Site and Chocolate Lake Beach 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

Downtown Halifax Travel Guide

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