Downtown Halifax Travel Guide
Halifax
Visit Downtown Halifax
Popular places to visit
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.
Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market during your trip to Halifax. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
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.
Things to do
Peggy's Cove: Half Day Tour
Halifax Premium Driving Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery
Half-Day Historical Tour of Halifax
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Annapolis Valley
Halifax Small Peggy’s Cove Express
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore
Top hotels in Downtown Halifax
The Barrington Hotel
The stay was good but there was no breakfast
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Staff are excellent, from the valets politely taking care of your vehicle to Alex at the front desk who is very attentive to our needs! The Sutton Place is Our favourite place to stay in Halifax, mainly because of them!
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
Clean place, welcoming staff
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Hotel Halifax
Great spot!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Four Points by Sheraton Halifax
We had another fabulous stay! Staff is amazing & the room was very clean! Could not be happier!
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Cambridge Suites Hotel
The room was very clean and the staff were very helpful.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
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 Shakespeare by the Sea or Emera Oval.
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 Mont Blanc Anchor Site.
