Melville Cove
Halifax
Visit Melville Cove
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 student vibe at St. Mary's University as part of your travels around Halifax. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Mount Saint Vincent University
Enjoy the student vibe at Mount Saint Vincent University during your stay in Halifax. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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.
Halifax City Hall
This eclectically designed monument is home to the municipal government and is the symbolic center of Halifax Regional Municipality.
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.
Things to do
Halifax Premium Driving Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore
Halifax Small Peggy’s Cove Express
Halifax Churches, Gardens & Graveyards: a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour
Half-Day Historical Tour of Halifax
Halifax Boardwalk & Seaport: a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour
Top hotels in Melville Cove
HFX Airport Hotel
Very good service, friendly and courteous
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Cambridge Suites Hotel
Staff great. Loved our stay!
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
Great property and location. Staff were very helpful and assisted with early check in. Also attended a wedding in the same venue which was beautifully decorated and served. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites
To staff that I dealt with for all very kind. The rooms were very comfortable and clean. No note of access noise. The restaurant in the hotel was awesome.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
The Barrington Hotel
Obviously an older hotel .but Clean and walkable fr underground parking so we didn’t get wet in the rain . Parking however is not included . Close to waterfront and downtown .
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Very nice place beautiful city lots of activities in the area the restaurants are amazing the only complaint is that the parking should be included for how much it cost to stay there
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Melville Cove
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.
Armview
Armview might not have many top sights, but Mont Blanc Anchor Site and Chocolate Lake Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Westmount
While there might not be top attractions in Westmount, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Halifax Shopping Centre and Mont Blanc Anchor Site.
Fairmount
Fairmount might not have many top sights, but Chocolate Lake Beach and Halifax Shopping Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
North End
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.
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.
