Cowie Hill Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk

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
Point Pleasant Park showing general coastal views, a park and landscape views

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
Maritime Museum of the Atlantic which includes a playground as well as a large group of people

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
Mount Saint Vincent University

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.

Mount Saint Vincent University
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

Activities

The Best of Halifax Tour with Peggy's Cove

Best of Halifax Tour + Peggy's Cove

AU$144
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Best of Halifax Tour + Peggy's Cove
Halifax: Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 Admission

Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 Admission & Tour

AU$21
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 Admission & Tour
JFarwell Adventure Yacht Sailing in the Halifax Harbour

JFarwell Adventure Yacht Sailing in the Halifax Harbour

AU$123
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
JFarwell Adventure Yacht Sailing in the Halifax Harbour
close up of people on Tall Ship Silva

Tall Ship Silva Sailing Cruise

AU$65
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Tall Ship Silva Sailing Cruise
2 Hour Halifax Floating Beer Garden Cruise

Halifax's Happy Hour Cruise

AU$34
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Halifax's Happy Hour Cruise
See The Halifax City Tour

Halifax Harbour Historical & Wildlife High-Speed Tour

AU$73
per adult
Halifax Harbour Historical & Wildlife High-Speed Tour
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Our pick of the best Cowie Hill Hotel Deals

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 AU$330 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$330
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (4,312 reviews)
Cozy bed
"Nice room with everything we needed. Nicely located in downtown area."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

The Barrington Hotel
HFX Airport Hotel

HFX Airport Hotel

2.5 out of 5
60 Sky Blvd, Goffs, Goffs, NS
The price is AU$248 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$248
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Goffs. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,618 reviews)
"Nothing unique. But very nice"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

HFX Airport Hotel
Moxy Halifax Downtown

Moxy Halifax Downtown

3.5 out of 5
5417 COGSWELL STREET, Halifax, NS
The price is AU$318 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$318
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (677 reviews)
"It's a funky place"

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Moxy Halifax Downtown
Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites

Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites

3 out of 5
973 Wilkinson Ave, Dartmouth, NS
The price is AU$243 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$243
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Dartmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,500 reviews)
"Location, friendly staff, quick access to highway."

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites
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$305 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
AU$305
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,595 reviews)
"Rooms are really small…but nice."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
Cambridge Suites Hotel

Cambridge Suites Hotel

3 out of 5
1583 Brunswick St, Halifax, NS
The price is AU$363 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$363
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,040 reviews)
Recommended
"The hotel was very good. Location was great, although if you're planning on walking to the waterfront, be prepared to walk up hill. Breakfast was better than expected, as it mentions "continental", but the hotel did offer a good selection. The room was big and the beds were comfortable. The extra ..."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Cambridge Suites Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Cowie Hill

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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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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.

Fairmount
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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
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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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Fairview

While there might not be top attractions in Fairview, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Halifax Mainland Common Park and Fairview Lawn Cemetery.

Fairview
Halifax Public Gardens which includes a garden and a pond

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.

South End

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