Downtown Halifax Travel Guide
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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
Well situated in the heart of Halifax, easy to walk to numerous sites downtown. The breakfast was adequate and our room was very comfortable.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
The Barrington Hotel
The price was right for the location, but the amenities are very dated and a bit rundown. The staff were kind and helpful.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Moxy Halifax Downtown
I had to search several floors for ice buckets as the stuff lockers on 2 different floors had none. When I did find some the plastic bags were missing. Then I had to get back in the elevator as there are only ice machines on 2 specific floors. I didn’t expect getting ice could be so difficult.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
The bar was well stocked and reasonably priced. The restaurant on site was excellent with a nicely varied menu for breakfast and supper and was priced comparatively to the surrounding pubs. Most of all ALL the hotel staff were friendly, efficient and really made our stay special. A shout out to Manager ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
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Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott™ Halifax Downtown
Staff went out of their way to accommodate me.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
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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.
