Things to do in Dartmouth

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Best of Halifax Tour + Peggy's Cove

Best of Halifax Tour + Peggy's Cove

Activity duration is 4 hours
9.0 out of 10 with 55 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was €81 and current price is €76 per adult
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Cruises & boat tours

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Halifax Harbour Hopper Tour

Halifax Harbour Hopper Tour

Activity duration is 55 minutes
9.8 out of 10 with 20 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €54 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Halifax Boardwalk & Seaport: a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour

Halifax Boardwalk & Seaport: a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €7 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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

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

Activity duration is 9 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 7 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €161 per adult
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What to do in Dartmouth

Popular places to visit

Dartmouth Crossing

During your visit to Dartmouth, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Dartmouth Crossing. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Dartmouth Crossing

Mic Mac Mall

During your visit to Dartmouth, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mic Mac Mall. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Mic Mac Mall

Playdium Dartmouth

Enjoy an outing to Playdium Dartmouth during your stay in Dartmouth. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Playdium Dartmouth

RBC Centre

You can take time to visit RBC Centre during your travels to Dartmouth. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

RBC Centre

Ferry Terminal Park

Ferry Terminal Park is just one of the places to see in Dartmouth, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

Ferry Terminal Park

Alderney Landing

Enjoy a performance at Alderney Landing, a theatre with a story to tell in Dartmouth. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

Alderney Landing

Dartmouth General Hospital

If Dartmouth General Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Dartmouth.

Dartmouth General Hospital

Lake Banook Trail Park

You can find out about the history of Dartmouth with a stop at Lake Banook Trail Park. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Lake Banook Trail Park

Brightwood Golf and Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Dartmouth at Brightwood Golf and Country Club. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Brightwood Golf and Country Club

Areas of Dartmouth

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Downtown Dartmouth

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Dartmouth, Royal Canadian Legion Military Museum and Alderney Landing are top sights worth seeing.

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Harbourview

3/5(1 area review)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Harbourview and surrounding area, you can visit Dartmouth Sportsplex and Angus L. Macdonald Bridge.

Harbourview
Crystal Crescent Beach which includes general coastal views and a sandy beach

Halifax

Frequently asked questions

Is Dartmouth worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Dartmouth is visit Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk. Tick this major attraction off your list, then experience more of this area's watersports and dining.
How do I spend a day in Dartmouth?
After you've checked off major attractions like Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk and Pier 21 National Historic Site, spend the rest of your day exploring Dartmouth's retail and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Dartmouth?
Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk is one of the top tourist attractions in Dartmouth and deserves a spot on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Dartmouth?
Three days in Dartmouth is more than enough to enjoy the city's leading attractions. Many guests stay for two days on average. Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk, Neptune Theatre and Pier 21 National Historic Site are among the most popular sights. Want to experience more? Stick around a while longer to visit nearby hotspots such as Halifax.
Is Dartmouth a walkable city?
It all comes down to what you want to do and see in Dartmouth. Several key sights, such as Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk and Neptune Theatre, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a stroll through some of Dartmouth's neighbourhoods, South End is 3 kilometres away from downtown, while Downtown Halifax is 2 kilometres away from the city centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Dartmouth with kids?
Planning what to do in Dartmouth with kids has never been simpler. Whether you're taking a trip with toddlers or teenagers, there are many family-friendly activities to keep them entertained here.

What to do in Dartmouth for adults?
There are lots of things to do in Dartmouth, with entertainment for adults of all ages. Cap off your day with a visit to Bayers Lake Business Park or Nova Scotia Archives.
Are there free things to do in Dartmouth?
In Dartmouth, Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk is a top spot for anyone wanting to tour the city without reaching for their wallet. Also, stroll around the local neighbourhoods and parks, and ask for ideas from a local tour guide. It's a simple way to learn about the best free things to do in Dartmouth.