Downtown Halifax Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 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 City Hall
This eclectically designed monument is home to the municipal government and is the symbolic center of Halifax Regional Municipality.
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.
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.
Casino Nova Scotia
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino Nova Scotia during your time in Halifax? Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Activities
Best of Halifax Tour + Peggy's Cove
Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 Admission & Tour
JFarwell Adventure Yacht Sailing in the Halifax Harbour
Tall Ship Silva Sailing Cruise
Halifax Harbour Historical & Wildlife High-Speed Tour
Our pick of the best Downtown Halifax Hotel Deals
The Barrington Hotel
Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025
Moxy Halifax Downtown
Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025
Cambridge Suites Hotel
Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025
Prince George Hotel
Reviewed on 4 Aug. 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 Emera Oval or Cornwallis Street Baptist Church.
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.