Melville Cove 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
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
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
Point Pleasant Park

Point Pleasant Park

Discover forest trails, harbor views, wartime heritage and Shakespeare at this peninsula park that sees the forest meet the Atlantic Ocean.

Point Pleasant Park

Activities

Halifax Premium Driving Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery

Halifax Premium Driving Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery

AU$141
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Halifax Premium Driving Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery
Halifax: Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 Admission

Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 Admission & Tour

AU$21
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 Admission & Tour
close up of people on Tall Ship Silva

Tall Ship Silva Sailing Cruise

AU$64
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Tall Ship Silva Sailing Cruise
JFarwell Adventure Yacht Sailing in the Halifax Harbour

JFarwell Adventure Yacht Sailing in the Halifax Harbour

AU$121
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
JFarwell Adventure Yacht Sailing in the Halifax Harbour
Halifax Small Group Premium Tour with Peggy’s Cove

Halifax Small Group Premium Tour with Peggy’s Cove

AU$114
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Halifax Small Group Premium Tour with Peggy’s Cove
Old Town Lunenburg

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

AU$192
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore
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Our pick of the best Melville Cove Hotel Deals

HFX Airport Hotel

HFX Airport Hotel

2.5 out of 5
60 Sky Blvd, Goffs, Goffs, NS
The price is AU$196 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
AU$196
24 Oct - 25 Oct
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,252 reviews)
"This hotel is showing its age…the lobby and exterior need a renovation and the rooms are very basic, but adequate. The restaurant looks like a cross between a sports bar and a cafeteria but we had a surprisingly decent meal here. Appreciated the coffee machine in the lobby. This served its purpose ..."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

HFX Airport Hotel
Cambridge Suites Hotel

Cambridge Suites Hotel

3 out of 5
1583 Brunswick St, Halifax, NS
The price is AU$300 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$300
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,166 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable with plenty of space."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Cambridge Suites Hotel
Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites

Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites

3 out of 5
973 Wilkinson Ave, Dartmouth, NS
The price is AU$216 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$216
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Dartmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,770 reviews)
"Love it here, the suite is amazing, it allows us to have a separated space from the kids with everything we need and at a great price. We will be back for sure!"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites
The Barrington Hotel

The Barrington Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1875 Barrington St, Halifax, NS
The price is AU$231 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$231
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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! (4,527 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

The Barrington Hotel
Future Inns Halifax

Future Inns Halifax

3 out of 5
30 Fairfax Dr, Halifax, NS
The price is AU$219 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$219
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,946 reviews)
"We had a problem with the HVAC in our room and they moved us without a problem. They also had a guest laundry and detergent"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Future Inns Halifax
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$327 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$327
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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! (1,835 reviews)
"room very clean, well appointed, comfortable bed. staff very friendly, accommodating"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around 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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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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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
Fairview Cemetery which includes a memorial and a cemetery

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 Emera Oval or Cornwallis Street Baptist Church.

North End
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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