Fairmount 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
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
Museum of Natural History

Museum of Natural History

Immerse yourself in Nova Scotia’s impressive biodiversity and history and say hello to Gus, Halifax’s favorite tortoise.

Museum of Natural History
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

Activities

Old Town Lunenburg

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

AU$195
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore
Halifax: Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, and Annapolis Valley Tour

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

AU$290
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Halifax: Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, and Annapolis Valley Tour
Private Tour in Halifax by a Luxury Vehicle with Informative Guide

Private Tour in Halifax by a Luxury Vehicle with Informative Guide

AU$643
per traveller
Private Tour in Halifax by a Luxury Vehicle with Informative Guide
Grand Pre you can admire the statue of Evangeline, heroine of an epic Longfellow poem.

Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Annapolis Valley

AU$195
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Annapolis Valley
Peggys Cove

Halifax & Peggys Cove & Coastal

AU$460
per traveller
Halifax & Peggys Cove & Coastal
Private Sightseeing Halifax City with Peggy's Cove Visit

Private Sightseeing Halifax City with Peggy's Cove Visit

AU$613
per traveller
Private Sightseeing Halifax City with Peggy's Cove Visit
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Our pick of the best Fairmount Hotel Deals

Hotel Halifax
Hotel Halifax
3.5 out of 5
1990 Barrington St, Halifax, NS
The price is AU$136 per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
AU$136
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan
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! (5,337 reviews)
Great location
"I love Halifax Hotel. With my silver hotel.com level, I get free self parking. Close to the waterfront. My only concern is a $35 pet fee. My pet is never left alone and makes no mess. I would like the fee to be reimbursed if the room is clean after my pet leaves."

Reviewed on 2 Jan. 2025

Hotel Halifax
The Barrington Hotel
The Barrington Hotel
3.5 out of 5
1875 Barrington St, Halifax, NS
Fully refundable
The price is AU$166 per night from 13 Jan to 14 Jan
AU$166
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan
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! (3,840 reviews)
"Barrington has always been our goto place to stay."

Reviewed on 2 Jan. 2025

The Barrington Hotel
Cambridge Suites Hotel
Cambridge Suites Hotel
3 out of 5
1583 Brunswick St, Halifax, NS
The price is AU$197 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
AU$197
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
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! (1,656 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 2 Jan. 2025

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$195 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
AU$195
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
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! (1,365 reviews)
"It is a lovely hotel. However the rooms are dated. Not alot of the modern amenities but it has its own charm for sure."

Reviewed on 30 Dec. 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$245 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
AU$245
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
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! (1,537 reviews)
"Location, staff snd room were wonderful."

Reviewed on 2 Jan. 2025

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Atlantica Hotel Halifax
Atlantica Hotel Halifax
4 out of 5
1980 Robie St, Halifax, NS
The price is AU$171 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
AU$171
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,272 reviews)
"Very kindy"

Reviewed on 2 Jan. 2025

Atlantica Hotel Halifax
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Other neighbourhoods around Fairmount

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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
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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 Mont Blanc Anchor Site.

Westmount
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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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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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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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Clayton Park

The restaurants and waterfront are a few reasons travellers visit Clayton Park. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Halifax Mainland Common Park and Canada Games Centre, a few notable attractions nearby.

Clayton Park

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