Downtown Halifax Travel Guide
Halifax
Visit Downtown Halifax
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Spring Garden Road Memorial Public Library
Spring Garden Road Memorial Public Library is just one of the places to see in Halifax, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Halifax Premium Driving Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery
Half-Day Historical Tour of Halifax
Halifax Small Peggy’s Cove Express
Top hotels in Downtown Halifax
Cambridge Suites Hotel
Great location and friendly staff. Hotel is starting to be dated, but still comfortable and good breakfast.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
The Barrington Hotel
Its very old and needs serious refresh or at least better maintenance
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Moxy Halifax Downtown
Hotel was amazing. Only drawback was the pillows were terrible
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
One of my top stays here in Nova Scotia. The staff was amazing and welcoming, definitely will be going back!
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
Warm, character, beautiful
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott™ Halifax Downtown
We arrived just around noon and the hotel staff were kind enough to check us in and give us a room right away.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
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 Shakespeare by the Sea or Emera Oval.
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 Sir Sandford Fleming Park.
