Downtown Halifax
Halifax
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Popular places to visit
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 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 City Hall
This eclectically designed monument is home to the municipal government and is the symbolic center of Halifax Regional Municipality.
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.
Scotiabank Centre
Catch an event at Scotiabank Centre during your trip to Halifax. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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.
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
Half-Day Historical Tour of Halifax
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Annapolis Valley
Halifax Churches, Gardens & Graveyards: a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Halifax
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Extremely fast check-in with professional staff. Well located to experience downtown Halifax without having to move your car from place to place.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Cambridge Suites Hotel
Staff were great , rooms clean and breakfast friendly
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
The Barrington Hotel
Great clean facility and room. Very convenient location to Scotiabank centre and many great restaurants.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
Very clean hotel, centrally located, friendly and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Hotel Halifax
Room very clean but the new style door on bathroom blocks NO noise and would not stay closed all the way. The smoke detector light flashes off and on all night. Room was hour late being ready. Renovations are very nice. Bed was comfy!
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Moxy Halifax Downtown
Staff and amenities.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Halifax
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.
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.
Armview
Armview might not have many top sights, but Chocolate Lake Beach and Halifax Shopping Centre 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 Chocolate Lake Beach.
Melville Cove
While Melville Cove isn't home to many top sights, Chocolate Lake Beach and Mont Blanc Anchor Site are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.