Downtown Halifax

Halifax

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

Popular places to visit

Maritime Museum of the Atlantic featuring 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 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 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 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
Province House

Province House

The Nova Scotia House of Assembly is the birthplace of parliamentary democracy in Canada. Visit this grand Palladian building to discover the history of the province.

Province House

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.

Scotiabank Centre

Things to do

Halifax Premium Driving Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery

Halifax Premium Driving Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery

HK$719
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Halifax Premium Driving Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery
Old Town Lunenburg

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

HK$975
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore
Halifax Small Group Premium Tour with Peggy’s Cove

Halifax Small Peggy’s Cove Express

HK$580
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Halifax Small Peggy’s Cove Express
“Evangeline: A Tale of Acadie,” first published in 1847, was a poem written by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow...Evangeline Statue & Acadian Memorial Church at Grand Pre

Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Annapolis Valley

HK$975
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Annapolis Valley
Halifax: Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, and Annapolis Valley Tour

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

HK$1,232
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Halifax: Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, and Annapolis Valley Tour
Fisherman's Cove

Half-Day Historical Tour of Halifax

HK$975
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Historical Tour of Halifax
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Top hotels in Downtown Halifax

Cambridge Suites Hotel

Cambridge Suites Hotel

3 out of 5
1583 Brunswick St Halifax NS
The price is HK$892 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
HK$892
HK$1,048 total
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,251 reviews)
Rooms were clean

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025

Cambridge Suites 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 HK$932 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
HK$932
HK$1,094 total
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,972 reviews)
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Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025

The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
The Barrington Hotel

The Barrington Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1875 Barrington St Halifax NS
The price is HK$690 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
HK$690
HK$810 total
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
7.8/10 Good! (4,705 reviews)
The location was perfect for attending the Curling Olympic Trials at Scotiabank Centre. Close to plenty of downtown restaurants and pubs. Lots of Christmas events happening nearby. Room was very clean and we appreciated the focus on recycling and composting with suitable bins. This is the only hotel ...

Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

The Barrington Hotel
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax

5 out of 5
1700 Grafton Street Halifax NS
The price is HK$881 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
HK$881
HK$1,047 total
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,917 reviews)
Outstanding accommodations in the heart of the city!

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Moxy Halifax Downtown

Moxy Halifax Downtown

3.5 out of 5
5417 COGSWELL STREET Halifax NS
The price is HK$656 per night from 21 Dec to 22 Dec
HK$656
HK$770 total
21 Dec - 22 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (901 reviews)
Staff are great! Room is nice and cozy.

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025

Moxy Halifax Downtown
Prince George Hotel

Prince George Hotel

4 out of 5
1725 Market St Halifax NS
The price is HK$1,060 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
HK$1,060
HK$1,245 total
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,630 reviews)
Amazing customer service.

Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025

Prince George Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around 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.

North End
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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.

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 Mont Blanc Anchor Site.

Westmount
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Melville Cove

While Melville Cove isn't home to many top sights, Mont Blanc Anchor Site and Chocolate Lake Beach 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