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

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

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

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

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

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

Halifax: Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 Admission

Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 Admission & Tour

€12
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 Admission & Tour
The Best of Halifax Tour with Peggy's Cove

Best of Halifax Tour + Peggy's Cove

€81
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Best of Halifax Tour + Peggy's Cove
2 Hour Halifax Floating Beer Garden Cruise

Halifax's Happy Hour Cruise

€19
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Halifax's Happy Hour Cruise
Peggy's Cove Express from Halifax

Peggy's Cove Express from Halifax

€65
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Peggy's Cove Express from Halifax
Old Town Lunenburg

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

€110
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore
Peggy's cove

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

€100
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg and Titanic Cemetery Full Day Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown 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 €185 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
€185
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (4,295 reviews)
"Location"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

The Barrington Hotel
Cambridge Suites Hotel

Cambridge Suites Hotel

3 out of 5
1583 Brunswick St, Halifax, NS
The price is €211 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€211
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,051 reviews)
"Everything about the property was top notch! The room was spacious and the bed was very comfortable. The breakfast provided was wonderful. Coffee was even provided throughout the day. The location was terrific. It was very convenient to walk anywhere we wanted to go. We would definitely stay here ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Cambridge Suites Hotel
Moxy Halifax Downtown

Moxy Halifax Downtown

3.5 out of 5
5417 COGSWELL STREET, Halifax, NS
The price is €178 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€178
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (678 reviews)
"It's a funky place"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Moxy Halifax Downtown
Prince George Hotel

Prince George Hotel

4 out of 5
1725 Market St, Halifax, NS
The price is €226 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€226
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (1,420 reviews)
"Staff was exceptional and quality of complex fantastic"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Prince George 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 €170 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
€170
6 Aug - 7 Aug
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! (1,594 reviews)
"The hotel is in an excellent location right across from the beautiful public gardens the only thing if I had to say anything negative which I don't really like to is the hotel reception the people working there could be a little more friendly a little more welcoming and friendly and they could smile ..."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
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 €249 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
€249
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (1,735 reviews)
"We had a wonderful three nights stay at a suite at the Sutton Place Hotel. The room is very spacious."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
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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 showing 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 Mont Blanc Anchor Site.

Cowie Hill

Downtown Halifax

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