South End Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South End
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.
Dalhousie University
Explore the campus of Dalhousie University as part of your travels around Halifax. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Scotiabank Centre
Catch an event at Scotiabank Centre during your trip to Halifax. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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.
Halifax Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Halifax Convention Centre during your trip to Halifax. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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.
Activities
Halifax Premium Driving Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery
Halifax Small Peggy’s Cove Express
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Annapolis Valley
Halifax Churches, Gardens & Graveyards: a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour
Half-Day Historical Tour of Halifax
Our pick of the best South End Hotel Deals
The Barrington Hotel
Room was outdated , clean enough . Was surprised there was no bottles of water in the room.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
Continues to be my chosen place to stay in Halifax. Grand old hotel with a lot of character. Great location for shops, restaurants and walking. I’ve stayed in both the smallest and largest of rooms in the hotel, and although there are parts of the hotel that could use some fresh paint and tlc, I ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Cambridge Suites Hotel
Convenient location to Neptune Theatre and downtown eateries. Nice to have continental breakfast included with room.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Great bar to start the night off at. Well stocked with great bartenders
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott™ Halifax Downtown
There was no fan in the bathroom. Pool was small with no locker or changing room. The AC was noisy and didn’t work properly. The parking was outside of hotel and the elevator for the parking was not working.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Prince George Hotel
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Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South End
Downtown Halifax
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.
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.
North End
You'll enjoy the bars and live music in North End. You might want to make time for a stop at Shakespeare by the Sea or Maritime Command Museum.
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.
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.
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.
