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.
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.
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.
Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
You can study the exhibits at Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Halifax. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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.
Top hotels in Downtown Halifax
Cambridge Suites Hotel
"100% loved it!!! I will be back!!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
The Barrington Hotel
"Great location. Friendly staff. Rooms need updating"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
"Great place to stay"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Moxy Halifax Downtown
"I've stayed in a number of hotels in Halifax and surrounding areas and without a doubt this hotel is the single worst hotel experience I've had. For my 8 night stay I paid more then I ever had for any of the other hotels listed on Expedia in HRM and here’s what I noticed; 1. The rooms are obviously ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott™ Halifax Downtown
"very clean hotel. Staff friendly and helpful. Only thing that would better the stay would be if they included breakfast with the stay. Although, it's a short walk inside to the Mall where there are several choices for food if on a budget."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Prince George Hotel
"Generally a great hotel however at over $400.00/night not providing bath robes in our room was very poor!! This was not an oversight as when I called the front desk I was told that this was in fact their policy. They did however deliver two bathrobes to our room after I requested them to do so. VERY ..."
Reviewed on 29 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 Mont Blanc Anchor Site.
