Downtown Halifax Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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
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.
Halifax Public Gardens
After visiting Halifax Public Gardens, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Halifax. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Top hotels in Downtown Halifax
The Barrington Hotel
I appreciate this is an aging hotel and it's been 5 years since I stayed here previously but absolutely nothing has been done and it was showing it's age 5 years ago. There is a reason why the hotel was de-branded by Delta. On a positive note the location is great and I HOPE they do re-invest this ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
The hotel was lovely. The rooms are small with not a lot of room to relax or use the desk provided. The showers are small and water leaked everywhere. The bathroom shelf was tilted so things kept falling off. The service was incredible. I did like the experience of staying in a historical, beautiful ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Cambridge Suites Hotel
Everything is good
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Nespresso was very nice with theadditi
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Moxy Halifax Downtown
Moxy is convenient, modern and reasonable. Rooms are comfortable but it’s not a 4 star destination. It’s affordable and located adjacent to downtown, the boardwalk, Citadel etc. It also has a small restaurant with happy hour and decent breakfast, lunch, and dinner—though there are lots of great restaurants ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Prince George Hotel
The staff were absolutely fantastic, especially to the kids. The room was nice and clean and the kids really enjoyed the pool and hot tub, while I really enjoyed the sauna. Overall a great experience, as is with all my stays at the Prince George
Reviewed on 15 Apr 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 Maritime Command Museum.
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.
