Halifax

Travel Guide

Crystal Crescent Beach showing general coastal views and a beach
Halifax featuring an administrative building and heritage architecture
Fisherman\'s Cove featuring a bay or harbour
Halifax
Enfield featuring a cemetery

Atlantic Canada’s harbour city is a treasure trove of maritime heritage, woodland parks and sandy beaches.

Halifax possesses the community spirit of a little port town and the liveliness of a harborside city. Atlantic Canada’s largest city and the capital of Nova Scotia is home to over 400,000 people, and millions of visitors pass through its port each year. The atmosphere of local culture burns bright with Haligonians’ pride in their heritage, landscape and achievements.

The city is tucked into one of the largest natural harbors in the world. The port played a role in the British Empire, two World Wars and the aftermath of the Titanic disaster. Learn about the history of the port at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic.

Stroll along the Halifax Harborwalk, a boardwalk that spans the harbour side of downtown across two miles (three kilometres). Public artworks, historical monuments and harbour views guide the way.

Catch a ferry to see the harbour from the water. Ferries leave from the Halifax Ferry Terminal along the Harborwalk. The two ferry routes to Dartmouth and Woodside are integrated with the affordable metro bus system, making them cheap and easy to use. Enjoy a clear panoramic outlook of the Halifax Harbour. Dine on fresh Atlantic seafood at one of the many restaurants and cafes along the waterfront.

Within ten minutes walking distance from the harbour, you can find yourself in the centre of downtown Halifax. Explore the historic Grand Parade, with Halifax City Hall on the north side and St Paul’s Anglican Church and Province House in the south. The compact downtown area is easy to explore on foot.

Head further inland and you’ll come across Halifax’s leafy green sanctuary. Citadel Hill, the Museum of Natural History and Public Gardens Park await you in this quiet, tree-lined neighbourhood.

Halifax Stanfield International Airport is located 22 miles (35 kilometres) from downtown Halifax, and is serviced by regular flights from all over the world. Arrive in August to maximise your outdoor adventures by the sea. Atlantic Canadian winters are relatively mild but you’ll need to rug up for the colder months.

Where to stay in Halifax

Halifax featuring an administrative building and heritage architecture

Downtown Halifax

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

Downtown Halifax is beloved for its captivating waterfront views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Neptune Theatre and Maritime Museum of the Atlantic.

Downtown Halifax
Halifax Public Gardens showing a pond and a park

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 memorial and a cemetery

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.

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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.

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Clayton Park

The restaurants and waterfront are a few reasons travellers visit Clayton Park. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Halifax Mainland Common Park and Canada Games Centre, a few notable attractions nearby.

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Fairview

While there might not be top attractions in Fairview, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Halifax Mainland Common Park and Fairview Lawn Cemetery.

Fairview
Cambridge Suites Hotel

Cambridge Suites Hotel

3 out of 5
1583 Brunswick St, Halifax, NS
The price is HK$853 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
HK$853
HK$1,002 total
12 Nov - 13 Nov
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! (2,206 reviews)
Friendly staff and spacious room. I was disappointed with the breakfast.

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Cambridge Suites Hotel
The Barrington Hotel

The Barrington Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1875 Barrington St, Halifax, NS
The price is HK$793 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
HK$793
HK$931 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
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! (4,598 reviews)
Convenient situatiionn. Friendly and helpful staff.

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

The Barrington Hotel
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites

The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites

4.5 out of 5
1515 South Park Street, Halifax, NS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$937 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
HK$937
HK$1,100 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
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! (1,888 reviews)
Parking access can be improved.

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cameo Hotel and Suites

Cameo Hotel and Suites

3 out of 5
1572 Barrington St, Halifax, NS
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and Netflix. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (456 reviews)
The suite was very clean and had everything we needed in the kitchen and bathroom. Parking was challenging but we figured it out. Overall, a wonderful stay!

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Cameo Hotel and Suites
Lux Exec Home HFX Waterfront Pool Hot Tub

Lux Exec Home HFX Waterfront Pool Hot Tub

4.5 out of 5
2947 Purcells Cove Rd, Halifax, NS
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury vacation home in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Spacious very clean and all the amenitiies

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Lux Exec Home HFX Waterfront Pool Hot Tub
Cozy stay overlooking the basin ( 2 weeks or more )

Cozy stay overlooking the basin ( 2 weeks or more )

Halifax
Stay at this vacation home in Halifax. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk and Halifax Citadel are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
This property is exactly as posted. Location was perfect. The view was amazing. The host provided me with all the information I needed, direction to property, the code to get in. Gave us detailed information on accessing the property. We did not have any issues but she made sure to be available to ...

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Cozy stay overlooking the basin ( 2 weeks or more )
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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