Downtown Halifax Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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 Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Halifax Convention Centre during your trip to Halifax. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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.
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 City Hall
This eclectically designed monument is home to the municipal government and is the symbolic center of Halifax Regional Municipality.
Things to do
Halifax Premium Driving Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery
Halifax Small Peggy’s Cove Express
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore
Half-Day Historical Tour of Halifax
Halifax Churches, Gardens & Graveyards: a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour
A Spectacular Scavenger Hunt: Halifax’s Hopping Harbour
Top hotels in Downtown Halifax
Cambridge Suites Hotel
Room was clean and the staff was awesome
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
The Barrington Hotel
Nothing in oarticular, just It was hassle free! Great location.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
Amazing room, super friendly staff
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Staff helpful, room clean and modern.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Hotel Halifax
Friendly, welcoming staff. Very clean. Great stay. Great price!
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel
Excellent hotel, super clean, bed so comfy you just want to stay in it all day, amazing location! Hot tub was as you expect from a hot tub! Hot and relaxing! And pool was really warm. Don’t leave that place without trying a latte from the coffee shop!
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
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 Sir Sandford Fleming Park and Chocolate Lake Beach 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 Sir Sandford Fleming Park 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 Sir Sandford Fleming Park.
Downtown Halifax Travel Guide
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