Melville Cove Travel Guide
Halifax
Visit Melville Cove
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Halifax Premium Driving Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Annapolis Valley
Halifax Small Peggy’s Cove Express
Half-Day Historical Tour of Halifax
Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg and Titanic Cemetery Full Day Tour
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore
Top hotels in Melville Cove
HFX Airport Hotel
Nice
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
All good. But breakfast was not free.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
The Barrington Hotel
Very good hotel
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites
Everything was awesome and staff was super pleasant
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Alt Hotel Halifax Airport
It was the perfect hotel. Great staff, clean, modern and comfortable room. Extreme convenience for the Airport.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Everything was perfect
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Melville Cove
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
