Halifax

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Crystal Crescent Beach which includes a sandy beach and general coastal views
Atlantic Canada’s harbor city is a treasure trove of maritime heritage, woodland parks and sandy beaches.

Halifax possesses the community spirit of a little port town and the liveliness of a harborside city. Atlantic Canada’s largest city and the capital of Nova Scotia is home to over 400,000 people, and millions of visitors pass through its port each year. The atmosphere of local culture burns bright with Haligonians’ pride in their heritage, landscape and achievements.

The city is tucked into one of the largest natural harbors in the world. The port played a role in the British Empire, two World Wars and the aftermath of the Titanic disaster. Learn about the history of the port at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic.

Stroll along the Halifax Harborwalk, a boardwalk that spans the harbor side of downtown across two miles (three kilometers). Public artworks, historical monuments and harbor views guide the way.

Catch a ferry to see the harbor from the water. Ferries leave from the Halifax Ferry Terminal along the Harborwalk. The two ferry routes to Dartmouth and Woodside are integrated with the affordable metro bus system, making them cheap and easy to use. Enjoy a clear panoramic outlook of the Halifax Harbor. Dine on fresh Atlantic seafood at one of the many restaurants and cafes along the waterfront.

Within ten minutes walking distance from the harbor, you can find yourself in the center of downtown Halifax. Explore the historic Grand Parade, with Halifax City Hall on the north side and St Paul’s Anglican Church and Province House in the south. The compact downtown area is easy to explore on foot.

Head further inland and you’ll come across Halifax’s leafy green sanctuary. Citadel Hill, the Museum of Natural History and Public Gardens Park await you in this quiet, tree-lined neighborhood.

Halifax Stanfield International Airport is located 22 miles (35 kilometers) from downtown Halifax, and is serviced by regular flights from all over the world. Arrive in August to maximize your outdoor adventures by the sea. Atlantic Canadian winters are relatively mild but you’ll need to rug up for the colder months.

Where to stay in Halifax

Halifax which includes an administrative buidling and heritage architecture

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 Neptune Theatre and Maritime Museum of the Atlantic.

Downtown Halifax
Halifax Public Gardens showing a pond and a park

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

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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Clayton Park

The restaurants and waterfront are just a few features travelers like about Clayton Park. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Halifax Mainland Common Park and Fairview Lawn Cemetery are a few top places to visit.

Clayton Park
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Fairview

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When in Fairview, you can plan a visit to Halifax Mainland Common Park and Fairview Lawn Cemetery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Fairview
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Clayton Park West

While Clayton Park West might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Canada Games Centre and Halifax Mainland Common Park.

Clayton Park West
Hotel Halifax
Hotel Halifax
3.5 out of 5
1990 Barrington St, Halifax, NS
The price is P5,366 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
P5,366
P6,356 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
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 ...
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Hotel Halifax
The Barrington Hotel
The Barrington Hotel
3.5 out of 5
1875 Barrington St, Halifax, NS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P6,369 per night from 14 Nov to 15 Nov
P6,369
P7,544 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
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! (3,579 reviews)
"Our second room was nice and had a window which opened. We ate in the Tempo restaurant a few times. The food was good and the service was great. Surprised that it was only open for breakfast on Sunday."

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2024

The Barrington 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 P5,393 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
P5,393
P6,389 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
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! (1,218 reviews)
"Was nice clean, and the king sized bed was awesome!"

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2024

The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
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Cameo Hotel and Suites
Cameo Hotel and Suites
3 out of 5
1572 Barrington St, Halifax, NS
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and Netflix. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (200 reviews)
"The hotel is near many restaurants, bars and stores, all walkable. Some inconvenience is that the shower stay always wet because the drain is too high and there is many signs of water infiltration around the suite. But it was really clean and everything is in order and recent."

Reviewed on Oct 28, 2024

Cameo Hotel and Suites
Lux Exec Home HFX Waterfront Pool Hot Tub
Lux Exec Home HFX Waterfront Pool Hot Tub
4.5 out of 5
2947 Purcells Cove Rd, Halifax, NS
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury vacation home in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"It was amazing!"

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2024

Lux Exec Home HFX Waterfront Pool Hot Tub
Windmill walk
Windmill walk
3 out of 5
63 Windmill Rd, Dartmouth, NS
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly apartment in Dartmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk ...
9/10 Wonderful! (140 reviews)
"Nice place overall, but Dartmouth is a bit sketchy."

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2024

Windmill walk
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