What to do in Halifax

Activities, attractions and tours
Halifax showing an administrative building and heritage architecture

Halifax Tourist Attractions & Activities

You’re keen to set sail in a different direction. Constantly seeking broadening your horizons and inventive ways to get your kicks, you’re eager to discover new territory from top to bottom. Coming up: Halifax! It’s not difficult to fill an itinerary, because Expedia Australia can hook you up with tons of things to do. Reserve your activities today, and all that's left to do is count the days until your escape and start daydreaming.

  • Book your favourite day trip on Expedia Australia at a great value, and you'll still have money for a dream hotel or decadent meal while you’re travelling. The things to do in Halifax are not only perfect for you, but they won’t bust your budget. We have 31 things to do here, and you can make them yours starting at just AU$8.
  • Halifax is popular among adventurers like yourself. In fact, a good percentage of travellers can't wait for the next trip to Halifaxto learn about local culture and participate in the best activities. The most loved activities can earn the curiosity of even experienced explorers, and it's easy to see why. Our collection includes a wide range of historically based outings and excitement. With unequalled ways to explore the best this area has to offer like a 7-Day Puffin Tour: Nova Scotia, New Brunswick & Prince Edward Island, there is an abundance of opportunities at your disposal when you browse the inventory of activities here at Expedia Australia.

It takes a little planning to make the most of a trip to Halifax, particularly when you wish to schedule in a lot of exciting activities. And we can tell you don't want to hunker down in your hotel room—you're ready to get out and have an adventure. You're thrilled to sign up for the best activities around, and a quiet day exploring local neighbourhoods is a perfect way to spend an afternoon. Our activities are the ideal way to organise your trip. Book professional regional tours on Expedia Australia, and you’ll never get lost.


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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 Discovery Centre and Neptune Theatre.

Downtown Halifax
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 Halifax Public Gardens and Pier 21 National Historic Site.

South End
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.

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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 Shopping Centre and Chocolate Lake Beach, a few notable attractions nearby.

Clayton Park
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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 Halifax Shopping Centre.

Fairview
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Clayton Park West

Though Clayton Park West may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kearney Lake Beach and Halifax Shopping Centre.

Clayton Park West