South End
Halifax
Popular places to visit
Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
Browse personal items that survived the Titanic, enjoy dinner with a sea view and shop in the lively market along this scenic walkway.
St. Mary's University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at St. Mary's University during your visit to Halifax. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.
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 City Hall
This eclectically designed monument is home to the municipal government and is the symbolic center of Halifax Regional Municipality.
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.
Nova Scotia Archives
You can browse the exhibits at Nova Scotia Archives, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Halifax. Discover the acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Halifax Premium Driving Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery
Half-Day Historical Tour of Halifax
Halifax Small Peggy’s Cove Express
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Annapolis Valley
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore
Top hotels in South End
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Great view, overlooking Citadel Hill. Fantastic proximity to bars and restaurants downtown. Great staff. Immaculate rooms. Zero complaints. Definitely will stay there again.
Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025
The Barrington Hotel
Clean hotel, quiet area
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
The lovely staff person Svetlanna who took care of us when we checked in and gave us extra towels and lots of attention and cleaned our room and she helped us with the coffee maker!!! thank you!!
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Hotel Halifax
All good and nice view
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
Four Points by Sheraton Halifax
Staff were friendly and very accommodating
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel
We recently stayed at this hotel and loved it! The downtown location was perfect. Access to the underground parking was a breeze, and our room had a great view of the harbour. It was also clean and quiet, which made for a relaxing stay. The pedestrian pedway system is convenient, connecting us to ...
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South End
Downtown Halifax
A noteworthy feature of Downtown Halifax is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Neptune Theatre and Maritime Museum of the Atlantic.
Armview
When in Armview, you can plan a visit to Chocolate Lake Beach and Halifax Shopping Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
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.
Cowie Hill
When in Cowie Hill, you can plan a visit to Chocolate Lake Beach and Halifax Shopping Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
