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Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk

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.

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

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.

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

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
Small-Group Learning to Sail Experience in Halifax

JFarwell Best of Halifax Harbour Tour

AU$66
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
JFarwell Best of Halifax Harbour Tour
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Our pick of the best Fairmount 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$331 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$331
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! (4,289 reviews)
Classic ambiance
"Hotel is walkable to everything and restaurant downstairs. Front desk are costumer service oriented. Close to tourist attractions. classic room"

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

The Barrington Hotel
Cambridge Suites Hotel

Cambridge Suites Hotel

3 out of 5
1583 Brunswick St, Halifax, NS
The price is AU$371 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$371
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
HFX Airport Hotel

HFX Airport Hotel

2.5 out of 5
60 Sky Blvd, Goffs, Goffs, NS
The price is AU$238 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$238
18 Aug - 19 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! (1,580 reviews)
"The beds were super comfortable and the riom was spacious"

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

HFX Airport Hotel
Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites

Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites

3 out of 5
973 Wilkinson Ave, Dartmouth, NS
The price is AU$313 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$313
1 Sept - 2 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
Moxy Halifax Downtown

Moxy Halifax Downtown

3.5 out of 5
5417 COGSWELL STREET, Halifax, NS
The price is AU$319 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$319
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! (671 reviews)
"Amazing hotel! definitely will come back"

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Moxy Halifax Downtown
Prince George Hotel

Prince George Hotel

4 out of 5
1725 Market St, Halifax, NS
The price is AU$384 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$384
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,419 reviews)
"The bed was very comfortable. I enjoyed my stay at the Prince George. I would definitely stay here again in future."

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Prince George Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Fairmount

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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
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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 Sir Sandford Fleming Park.

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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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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Clayton Park

The restaurants and waterfront are a few reasons travellers visit Clayton Park. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Halifax Mainland Common Park and Canada Games Centre, a few notable attractions nearby.

Clayton Park

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