South End Travel Guide

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Halifax Public Gardens featuring a pond

Popular places to visit

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Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk

4.5/5(5 reviews)

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
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St. Mary's University

4/5(1 review)

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
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Maritime Museum of the Atlantic

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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
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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
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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
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Halifax City Hall

This eclectically designed monument is home to the municipal government and is the symbolic center of Halifax Regional Municipality.

Halifax City Hall

Activities

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JFarwell Moonlight Yacht Cruise from Halifax Waterfront

AU$93
Per adult
JFarwell Moonlight Yacht Cruise from Halifax Waterfront
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Our pick of the best South End Hotel Deals

Hotel Halifax
Hotel Halifax
3.5 out of 5
1990 Barrington St, Halifax, NS
The price is AU$265 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$265
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the WiFi in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,748 reviews)
"Amazing hotel! Only point I want to take off is the door to the hallway outside room 135 was very loud and slammed everytime someone closed it. It needs some rubber to absorb the sound and impact. It woke me up a couple times throughout the night even with the fan going all night. Otherwise the view ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 2024

Hotel Halifax
The Barrington Hotel
The Barrington Hotel
3.5 out of 5
1875 Barrington St, Halifax, NS
The price is AU$311 per night from 6 Jun to 7 Jun
AU$311
per night
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,112 reviews)
"Well located property near shopping and local attractions. Cleaning service needs to be requested."

Reviewed on 1 Jun. 2024

The Barrington Hotel
Cambridge Suites Hotel
Cambridge Suites Hotel
3 out of 5
1583 Brunswick St, Halifax, NS
The price is AU$351 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$351
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,538 reviews)
"Great central location"

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2024

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 AU$269 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
AU$269
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"I love The Lord Nelson. It’s got a glamorous old world feel."

Reviewed on 1 Jun. 2024

The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
Atlantica Hotel Halifax
Atlantica Hotel Halifax
4 out of 5
1980 Robie St, Halifax, NS
The price is AU$315 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
AU$315
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,263 reviews)
"Great hotel. Walking distance to downtown and harbor"

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Atlantica Hotel Halifax
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
5 out of 5
1700 Grafton Street, Halifax, NS
The price is AU$339 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$339
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,348 reviews)
"The rooms were lovely and spacious. The hotel staff was very kind . We enjoyed our stay"

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 2024

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
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Other neighbourhoods around South End

Halifax showing heritage architecture and an administrative building

Downtown Halifax

4.5/5(4 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.

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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.

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 Casino Nova Scotia or Halifax Shopping Centre.

North End
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Melville Cove

While Melville Cove isn't home to many top sights, Chocolate Lake Beach and Halifax Shopping Centre 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 Halifax Shopping Centre.

Cowie Hill

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