South End Travel Guide

Halifax

Halifax Public Gardens which includes a garden and a pond
Halifax Public Gardens showing a pond
Point Pleasant Park featuring heritage elements and military items
Point Pleasant Park which includes heritage elements and military items
Point Pleasant Park showing a pebble beach, a sunset and landscape views

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
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
Museum of Natural History

Museum of Natural History

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

Museum of Natural History

Things to do

The Best of Halifax Tour with Peggy's Cove

Best of Halifax Tour + Peggy's Cove

Rp1.547.659
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Best of Halifax Tour + Peggy's Cove
Halifax: Hop-on Hop-Off Double Decker Bus City Tour

Halifax: Hop-on Hop-Off Double Decker Bus City Tour

Rp718.402
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Halifax: Hop-on Hop-Off Double Decker Bus City Tour
Peggy's cove

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

Rp1.919.577
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg and Titanic Cemetery Full Day Tour
Old Town Lunenburg

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

Rp2.099.537
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore
Peggy's Cove Express from Halifax

Peggy's Cove Express from Halifax

Rp1.247.725
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Peggy's Cove Express from Halifax
Fisherman's Cove

Half-Day Historical Tour of Halifax

Rp2.099.537
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Historical Tour of Halifax
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Top hotels in South End

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 Rp2.978.950 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp2.978.950
Rp3.497.883 total
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! (4,321 reviews)
"I will be back"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

The Barrington Hotel
Cambridge Suites Hotel

Cambridge Suites Hotel

3 out of 5
1583 Brunswick St, Halifax, NS
The price is Rp3.406.040 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp3.406.040
Rp3.999.371 total
1 Sept - 2 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! (2,035 reviews)
"Great Breakfast!"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Cambridge Suites Hotel
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites

The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites

4.5 out of 5
1515 South Park Street, Halifax, NS
The price is Rp2.749.587 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
Rp2.749.587
Rp3.228.565 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,602 reviews)
"The Lord Nelson is located in front of the Halifax Public Gardens. Very beautiful to walk through. The hotel is about a 10 minute walk to the Halifax waterfront. The Hotel is very historical being over 100 years old. The public spaces and the restaurant were updated. Staff and housekeeping were excellent. ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
Prince George Hotel

Prince George Hotel

4 out of 5
1725 Market St, Halifax, NS
The price is Rp3.643.549 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp3.643.549
Rp4.278.254 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,415 reviews)
"Great location with good proximity to the waterfront. Everything is within 5-10 minute walking distance including the Citadel. Crown service was convenient"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Prince George Hotel
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax

5 out of 5
1700 Grafton Street, Halifax, NS
The price is Rp4.152.260 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp4.152.260
Rp4.902.631 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,744 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel and beautiful room. Has everything you need for a great time in Halifax. Very close walking distance to everything downtown."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel

Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel

4 out of 5
1919 Upper Water St, Halifax, NS
The price is Rp4.140.397 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp4.140.397
Rp4.861.703 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,020 reviews)
"Great waterfront stay in a walkable distance to many attractions."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel
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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.

Downtown Halifax
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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
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 Emera Oval or Cornwallis Street Baptist Church.

North End
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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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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 Sir Sandford Fleming Park.

Cowie Hill

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