Downtown 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 visit to Halifax. Discover the fascinating museums 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 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.
Things to do

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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 Emera Oval or Cornwallis Street Baptist Church.

Armview
When in Armview, you can plan a visit to Sir Sandford Fleming Park and Chocolate Lake Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Westmount
While Westmount might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Halifax Shopping Centre and Chocolate Lake Beach.

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.

Cowie Hill
When in Cowie Hill, you can plan a visit to Chocolate Lake Beach and Sir Sandford Fleming Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.