South End
Halifax





Popular places to visit

Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
Browse personal items that survived the Titanic, enjoy dinner with a sea view and shop in the lively market along this scenic walkway.

St. Mary's University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at St. Mary's University during your visit to Halifax. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.

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.

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

Halifax City Hall
This eclectically designed monument is home to the municipal government and is the symbolic center of Halifax Regional Municipality.

Point Pleasant Park
Discover forest trails, harbor views, wartime heritage and Shakespeare at this peninsula park that sees the forest meet the Atlantic Ocean.
Things to do

Best of Halifax Tour + Peggy's Cove

Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg and Titanic Cemetery Full Day Tour

Half-Day Historical Tour of Halifax

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

Halifax: Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, and Annapolis Valley Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around South End

Downtown Halifax
A noteworthy feature of Downtown Halifax is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Eastern Front Theatre and Neptune Theatre.

Armview
When in Armview, you can plan a visit to Sir Sandford Fleming Park and Chocolate Lake Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

North End
You'll enjoy the bars and live music in North End. You might want to make time for a stop at Cornwallis Street Baptist Church or Casino Nova Scotia.

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.

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.

Cowie Hill
When in Cowie Hill, you can plan a visit to Chocolate Lake Beach and Mont Blanc Anchor Site, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.