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.
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.
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.
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.
Mont Blanc Anchor Site
You can find out about the history of Halifax with a trip to Mont Blanc Anchor Site. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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 Melville Cove
HFX Airport Hotel
First time stay but was pleased with ease and speed of checkin, large clean room, nice hot long shower, late supper with good food and price, good free breakfast and all at a good price. Will be back
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Extremely fast check-in with professional staff. Well located to experience downtown Halifax without having to move your car from place to place.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites
Staff was great , showed up early and was able to have early check in , Room was spotless
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
The Barrington Hotel
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
Excellent service
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Chateau Bedford, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
The breakfast could have been warmer, tge omelet and potatoes were cold.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 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 Chocolate Lake Beach and Halifax Shopping Centre 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.
