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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.
Dartmouth Crossing
During your visit to Dartmouth, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Dartmouth Crossing. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Cape Breton Highlands National Park
Hike through forests, go looking for dolphins and whales and swim in freshwater lakes at this spectacular park in the north of Cape Breton Island.
Dalhousie University
Explore the campus of Dalhousie University as part of your travels around Halifax. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in North Sydney with a trip to Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal. Stroll along the waterfront in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Downtown Halifax
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.
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 Shakespeare by the Sea or Emera Oval.
Lunenburg Waterfront
Lunenburg Waterfront is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lunenburg Waterfront and Bluenose II while you're in town.
Downtown Dartmouth
If you're spending some time in Downtown Dartmouth, Royal Canadian Legion Military Museum and Alderney Landing are top sights worth seeing.
Harbourview
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Harbourview and surrounding area, you can visit Dartmouth Sportsplex and Angus L. Macdonald Bridge.
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