Downtown Halifax

Halifax

Halifax featuring an administrative building and heritage architecture
Halifax which includes heritage elements and heritage architecture
Halifax featuring heritage elements and heritage architecture
Province House featuring an administrative building and interior views
Province House showing an administrative building and interior views

Popular places to visit

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(6 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
Halifax Public Gardens

Halifax Public Gardens

4.5/5(7 reviews)

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
Halifax City Hall

Halifax City Hall

3/5(1 review)

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

Halifax City Hall
Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market

Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market during your trip to Halifax. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market

Halifax Citadel

4.5/5(17 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Halifax Citadel, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Halifax. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

Halifax Citadel

Casino Nova Scotia

3/5(1 review)

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino Nova Scotia during your time in Halifax? Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Casino Nova Scotia

Things to do

The Best of Halifax Tour with Peggy's Cove

Best of Halifax Tour + Peggy's Cove

€82
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Best of Halifax Tour + Peggy's Cove
Peggy's Cove Express from Halifax

Peggy's Cove Express from Halifax

€66
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Peggy's Cove Express from Halifax
2 Hour Fishing Experience in Halifax

2 Hour Fishing Experience in Halifax

€95
per adult
2 Hour Fishing Experience in Halifax
Halifax Walking Food Tour

Halifax Walking Food Tour

€118
per adult
Halifax Walking Food Tour
See The Halifax City Tour

Halifax Harbour Historical & Wildlife High-Speed Tour

€41
per adult
Halifax Harbour Historical & Wildlife High-Speed Tour
Halifax: Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, and Annapolis Valley Tour

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

€166
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Halifax: Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, and Annapolis Valley Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown 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 €180 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
€180
20 Jul - 21 Jul
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! (1,514 reviews)
Great hotel, would stay here again (with caveats)
"So glad to have found this gem of a hotel in Halifax. It's beautiful and well located in the city centre. The room was very large and spacious with comfy beds and an Nespresso machine, with coffee pods supplied. There are some things to gripe about though. We've realized that this is a very large ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
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 €174 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
€174
13 Jul - 14 Jul
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! (4,194 reviews)
"Nice location.Room showed it,s age."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

The Barrington Hotel
Moxy Halifax Downtown
Moxy Halifax Downtown
3.5 out of 5
5417 COGSWELL STREET, Halifax, NS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €167 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
€167
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (606 reviews)
"First time staying at this hotel and it was so fun and different! Food was great, staff was awesome, clean and cute, cool stuff everywhere. We were all pleased with our stay here and will definitely be back!"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Moxy Halifax Downtown
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
5 out of 5
1700 Grafton Street, Halifax, NS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €237 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
€237
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,690 reviews)
Local luxury
"Everything from arrival to departure was quick, easy and effortless. Was only there for 1 night, spur of the moment trip but would definitely go again. A little more luxurious than my usual, but for a quick getaway could not have a better experience or location for seeing Halifax!"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Cambridge Suites Hotel
Cambridge Suites Hotel
3 out of 5
1583 Brunswick St, Halifax, NS
The price is €144 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
€144
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,953 reviews)
"Great location. Wonderful space for a family of 5. Breakfast in the mornings was a huge bonus."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Cambridge Suites Hotel
Prince George Hotel
Prince George Hotel
4 out of 5
1725 Market St, Halifax, NS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €187 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
€187
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,365 reviews)
Fantastic location
"Great Hôtel centrally located offering quality accommodation, we booked the crown room with lounge access worth the extra cost."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Prince George Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Halifax

Halifax Public Gardens which includes a garden and a pond

South End

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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

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
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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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Melville Cove

While Melville Cove isn't home to many top sights, Chocolate Lake Beach and Sir Sandford Fleming Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

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 Sir Sandford Fleming Park.

Cowie Hill

Downtown Halifax

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