Halifax
Travel Guide
Visit Halifax
Where to stay in Halifax
Downtown Halifax
A bustling financial and entertainment hub, Downtown Halifax boasts attractions like Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk and Citadel Hill, over 200 restaurants and bars, and shopping areas such as Park Lane and Spring Garden Road. Halifax Transit offers convenient public transit options.
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
Thriving artistic community with musicians, painters, and writers, the area boasts historic churches, military installations, and the Halifax Shipyard. Gottingen Street offers shops, bars, and clubs, while Agricola Street features local galleries and restaurants.
Clayton Park
The restaurants and waterfront are just a few features travelers like about Clayton Park. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Halifax Mainland Common Park and Canada Games Centre are a few top places to visit.
Fairview
When in Fairview, you can plan a visit to Halifax Mainland Common Park and Fairview Lawn Cemetery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Melville Cove
When in Melville Cove, you can plan a visit to Chocolate Lake Beach and Sir Sandford Fleming Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
The Barrington Hotel
"When we arrived we were assigned a room on the second floor. The room was in rough shape. My husband sat in the upholstered chair and the seat dropped way down leaving him looking like a child reaching up to the armrests. That chair should have been replaced long ago. The armrests were dirty, the ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Cambridge Suites Hotel
"Very large and comfortable rooms with all the necessary amenities, great view, close to downtown and walking distance from superb restaurants. The staff were especially friendly and helpful. Breakfast had hot and cold choices and fresh fruit. We would definitely recommend this hotel to others wanting ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Future Inns Halifax
"Very clean, nice room, staff pleasant"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Cameo Hotel and Suites
Spotless 1 BR in North End HFX with 6 appliances
D-TOWN GETAWAY "SPACIOUS+WIFI+AC+FAMILY+GATHERING"
"Clean, spacious home located right near campus."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Popular places to visit
Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
After visiting Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Halifax. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Dalhousie University
Explore the campus of Dalhousie University during your stay in Halifax. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Halifax Citadel
You can study the exhibits at Halifax Citadel, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Halifax. Discover the acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.
Halifax Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening at Halifax Convention 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.
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.
