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 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

The Best of Halifax Tour with Peggy's Cove

Best of Halifax Tour + Peggy's Cove

HK$739
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Best of Halifax Tour + Peggy's Cove
Peggy's Cove Express from Halifax

Peggy's Cove Express from Halifax

HK$596
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Peggy's Cove Express from Halifax
Harbour Hopper with city view in the background

Harbour Hopper Tour

HK$432
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Harbour Hopper Tour
2 Hour Fishing Experience in Halifax

2 Hour Fishing Experience in Halifax

HK$854
per adult
2 Hour Fishing Experience in Halifax
See The Halifax City Tour

Halifax Harbour Historical & Wildlife High-Speed Tour

HK$372
per adult
Halifax Harbour Historical & Wildlife High-Speed Tour
Tall Ship Silva Sailing Cruise as seen from Georges Island

Tall Ship Silva Sailing Cruise

HK$342
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Tall Ship Silva Sailing Cruise
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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 HK$1,431 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
HK$1,431
HK$1,680 total
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! (4,352 reviews)
"I would stay there again."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

The Barrington Hotel
Moxy Halifax Downtown

Moxy Halifax Downtown

3.5 out of 5
5417 COGSWELL STREET, Halifax, NS
The price is HK$1,276 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
HK$1,276
HK$1,499 total
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! (702 reviews)
"We truly loved our stay at the Moxy. It was a wonderful hotel and was super clean. Loved the playfulness atmosphere with the games and hidden game room. The fact that the front desk is at the bar is cool. Even if the room was small it really didn’t matter. It was clean, fresh and a fun stay. Thank ..."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Moxy Halifax Downtown
Cambridge Suites Hotel

Cambridge Suites Hotel

3 out of 5
1583 Brunswick St, Halifax, NS
The price is HK$1,489 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
HK$1,489
HK$1,749 total
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,064 reviews)
"THreat location to everything downtown."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Cambridge Suites Hotel
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax

5 out of 5
1700 Grafton Street, Halifax, NS
The price is HK$1,721 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
HK$1,721
HK$2,033 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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! (1,752 reviews)
"Very clean! The bed is extremely comfortable — even the sofa bed."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Prince George Hotel

Prince George Hotel

4 out of 5
1725 Market St, Halifax, NS
The price is HK$1,732 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
HK$1,732
HK$2,034 total
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! (1,459 reviews)
"We loved our experience at Prince George Hotel"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Prince George Hotel
Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel

Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel

4 out of 5
1919 Upper Water St, Halifax, NS
The price is HK$1,932 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
HK$1,932
HK$2,268 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
"Lots of nearby retaurants and access to waterfront."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Halifax Marriott Harbourfront 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 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