Westmount Travel Guide
Halifax
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Halifax Premium Driving Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery
Halifax Small Peggy’s Cove Express
Half-Day Historical Tour of Halifax
Halifax Churches, Gardens & Graveyards: a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Annapolis Valley
Top hotels in Westmount
Cambridge Suites Hotel
Clean room. Shower could use an upgrade. Breakfast good!
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
Great location for walking about. Room was good with a very comfortable bed. The staff were helpful and knowledgeable. Out room was quiet even with it facing the street.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
HFX Airport Hotel
Clean room, lifting suitcases up five stairs at three am not much fun!
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
The Barrington Hotel
If you are coming for us visa appointment, this is the best option, since the buildings are connected to each other and luggage holding facilities. Best staff as well.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
amazing stay!!!
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites
It was very quiet and staff were excellent 🌺
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Westmount
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.
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.
Fairmount
Fairmount might not have many top sights, but Chocolate Lake Beach and Halifax Shopping Centre 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 Emera Oval or Cornwallis Street Baptist Church.
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.
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.
