Cowie Hill Travel Guide

Halifax

Popular places to visit

Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk

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.

Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
Point Pleasant Park which includes general coastal views, a park and landscape views

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.

St. Mary's University
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
Mount Saint Vincent University

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.

Mount Saint Vincent University
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
Point Pleasant Park

Point Pleasant Park

Discover forest trails, harbor views, wartime heritage and Shakespeare at this peninsula park that sees the forest meet the Atlantic Ocean.

Point Pleasant Park

Things to do

The Best of Halifax Tour with Peggy's Cove

Best of Halifax Tour + Peggy's Cove

£70
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Best of Halifax Tour + Peggy's Cove
Peggy's cove

Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg and Titanic Cemetery Full Day Tour

£87
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg and Titanic Cemetery Full Day Tour
Peggy's Cove Express from Halifax

Peggy's Cove Express from Halifax

£56
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Peggy's Cove Express from Halifax
Old Town Lunenburg

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

£94
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore
Fisherman's Cove

Half-Day Historical Tour of Halifax

£95
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Historical Tour of Halifax
2 Hour Fishing Experience in Halifax

2 Hour Fishing Experience in Halifax

£81
per adult
2 Hour Fishing Experience in Halifax
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Top hotels in Cowie Hill

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 £157 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£157
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (4,339 reviews)
"The only compliant is the parking- it is insane. Complicated to find the parkade and then a 10 min walk to the hotel. Insane!"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

The Barrington Hotel
HFX Airport Hotel

HFX Airport Hotel

2.5 out of 5
60 Sky Blvd, Goffs, Goffs, NS
The price is £129 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
£129
16 Sept - 17 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Goffs. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,725 reviews)
"Perfect spot before or after your flight"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

HFX Airport Hotel
Atlantica Hotel Halifax

Atlantica Hotel Halifax

4 out of 5
1980 Robie St, Halifax, NS
The price is £130 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£130
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,259 reviews)
"I loved your hotel. The only thing i would suggest is that there should free parking or a lot cheaper parking for the people that are renting a room at this hotel."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Atlantica Hotel Halifax
Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites

Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites

3 out of 5
973 Wilkinson Ave, Dartmouth, NS
The price is £116 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
£116
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Dartmouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,570 reviews)
"Nice stay!"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites
Moxy Halifax Downtown

Moxy Halifax Downtown

3.5 out of 5
5417 COGSWELL STREET, Halifax, NS
The price is £140 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
£140
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (711 reviews)
"I like the painting in elevator"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Moxy Halifax Downtown
Cambridge Suites Hotel

Cambridge Suites Hotel

3 out of 5
1583 Brunswick St, Halifax, NS
The price is £178 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
£178
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,070 reviews)
Great location to harbour front
"Great downtown location for our first east coast Halifax trip. Check in was easy and quick. Our junior suite was roomy enough for 3 people. The complimentary breakfast was very good, nice touch having the fresh fruit. The construction on the street was noisy but luckily we were booked on the other ..."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Cambridge Suites Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Cowie Hill

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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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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.

Fairmount
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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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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
Halifax Public Gardens which includes a garden and a pond

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

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