Downtown Halifax
Halifax
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Popular places to visit
Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
Climb aboard a century-old ship and discover Atlantic Canada’s seafaring tales and maritime heritage at this harborfront museum.
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 City Hall
This eclectically designed monument is home to the municipal government and is the symbolic center of Halifax Regional Municipality.
Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market during your visit to Halifax. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.
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.
Halifax Citadel
You can study the exhibits at Halifax Citadel, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Halifax. Discover the acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Halifax Premium Driving Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery
Half-Day Historical Tour of Halifax
Halifax Small Peggy’s Cove Express
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Annapolis Valley
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore
Top hotels in Downtown Halifax
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Great location for attending a sporting event at Scotiabank Centre. Beat the traffic and parking nightmare and give yourself a treat. Beautiful room with fascinating style.
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025
The Barrington Hotel
Clean hotel, quiet area
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
Great stay
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025
Hotel Halifax
Under renovation but the rooms are redone. Did not eat breakfast at the hotel. Conveniently located in downtown Halifax.
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025
Moxy Halifax Downtown
The staff were very pleasant and helpful. The fan in the room was loud at times but the overall stay was great
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025
Four Points by Sheraton Halifax
nice place for a comfortable stay -- spent a week on a holiday -- friendly and efficient staff and a good location too.
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Halifax
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.
North End
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.
Armview
When in Armview, you can plan a visit to Chocolate Lake Beach and Halifax Shopping Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Westmount
While Westmount might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Halifax Shopping Centre and Chocolate Lake Beach.
Melville Cove
When in Melville Cove, you can plan a visit to Chocolate Lake Beach and Sir Sandford Fleming Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Cowie Hill
When in Cowie Hill, you can plan a visit to Chocolate Lake Beach and Halifax Shopping Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
