South End Travel Guide

Halifax
Halifax Public Gardens showing a pond

Popular places to visit

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Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk

4.5/5(20 reviews)

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
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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
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Maritime Museum of the Atlantic

4.5/5(6 reviews)

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
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Museum of Natural History

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Immerse yourself in Nova Scotia’s impressive biodiversity and history and say hello to Gus, Halifax’s favorite tortoise.

Museum of Natural History
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Halifax Public Gardens

4.5/5(7 reviews)

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
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Halifax City Hall

3/5(1 review)

This eclectically designed monument is home to the municipal government and is the symbolic center of Halifax Regional Municipality.

Halifax City Hall

Things to do

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JFarwell Moonlight Yacht Cruise from Halifax Waterfront

£49
Per adult
JFarwell Moonlight Yacht Cruise from Halifax Waterfront
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JFarwell Sunset Luxury Catamaran Sail in Halifax

£514
Per adult
JFarwell Sunset Luxury Catamaran Sail in Halifax
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Top hotels in South End

The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
4.5 out of 5
1515 South Park Street, Halifax, NS
The price is £124 per night from 24 Jun to 25 Jun
£124
per night
24 Jun - 25 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent service. Nice room and great location."

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
Hotel Halifax
Hotel Halifax
3.5 out of 5
1990 Barrington St, Halifax, NS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £142 per night from 26 May to 27 May
£142
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the WiFi in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,646 reviews)
"Great place to stay. The only complaint is they send you an email about the parking availability. It’s only paid if you have it included in your rental."

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

Hotel 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 £142 per night from 26 May to 27 May
£142
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,057 reviews)
"Great customer service."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

The Barrington Hotel
Cambridge Suites Hotel
Cambridge Suites Hotel
3 out of 5
1583 Brunswick St, Halifax, NS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £183 per night from 26 May to 27 May
£183
per night
26 May - 27 May
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 restaurant in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,522 reviews)
"The room we had was very nice, spacious and clean. Beds were super comfortable. It was quiet and peaceful"

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

Cambridge Suites Hotel
Atlantica Hotel Halifax
Atlantica Hotel Halifax
4 out of 5
1980 Robie St, Halifax, NS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £149 per night from 26 May to 27 May
£149
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,244 reviews)
"Great place to stay !! Friendly staff !!"

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

Atlantica Hotel Halifax
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
5 out of 5
1700 Grafton Street, Halifax, NS
The price is £177 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
£177
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,327 reviews)
"J’ai été agréablement surpris qu’il y ait une bouilloire."

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
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Other neighbourhoods around South End

Halifax showing heritage architecture and an administrative building

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.

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Armview

Armview might not have many top sights, but Chocolate Lake Beach and Halifax Shopping Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Armview
Fairview Cemetery featuring a cemetery and a memorial

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 Casino Nova Scotia or Halifax Shopping Centre.

North End
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Melville Cove

While Melville Cove isn't home to many top sights, Chocolate Lake Beach and Halifax Shopping Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.

Melville Cove
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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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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 Halifax Shopping Centre.

Cowie Hill

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