Downtown Halifax Travel Guide
Halifax
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Popular places to visit
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.
Halifax Public Gardens
Halifax’s Victorian-style gardens are a hidden gem for heritage and respite in the city center. Walk among fountains, ponds and manicured gardens.
Halifax City Hall
This eclectically designed monument is home to the municipal government and is the symbolic center of Halifax Regional Municipality.
Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market during your trip to Halifax. Discover the fascinating museums 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.
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.
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 Annapolis Valley
Top hotels in Downtown Halifax
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Amazing staff, the room was amazing. Would recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a place to stay in Halifax
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
The Barrington Hotel
Yes. One of the best stays we have had in Halifax.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
Great stay
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Hotel Halifax
Staff is amazing and the room is super clean!
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Moxy Halifax Downtown
The staff were very pleasant and helpful. The fan in the room was loud at times but the overall stay was great
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Four Points by Sheraton Halifax
We had a great stay at the Four Points by Sheraton. The location is very convenient to everything you would want to do in downtown Halifax. The parking was easy to navigate and the staff were very friendly. The room was clean and the beds were very comfortable. The toilet in our room did leak but ...
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
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 Chocolate Lake Beach and Halifax Shopping Centre 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 Halifax Shopping Centre.
