Attractions around Halifax
Explore 20 attractions, restaurants, shops around Halifax
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Halifax Public Gardens
Spring Garden Road and South Park St, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 3S9 Canada
Welcome to Halifax’s greatest natural and national treasure and most visited site in Halifax, Nova Scotia– a timeless oasis in an ever changing world. A beautiful Victorian-inspired garden open to the public since 1867. 16 acres in the Victorian Gardenesque style; Scroll beds shaped in an E for the reigning monarch, Serpentine beds, raised carpet beds and a profusion of colour through the artistry of our Gardeners. The Victorian Gardens were all about symmetry and there is grand harmony throughout. The majestic trees, 240 varieties, nurture and shelter and many are original. The Victorians were all about education and introduced many new species to Nova Scotia. Check our What's Blooming on our website to discover the highlights of each month. Horticultural Hall, circa 1837, the original meeting place of the Nova Scotia Horticultural Society houses a coffee shop Due to COVID-19, events are limited, our Information Desk and daily tours are not operating. Please Social Distance.
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Halifax Citadel National Historic Site
5425 Sackville St, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 3Y3 Canada
Experience an exciting part of Canada's history by visiting this 19th-century fort with a sweeping view of downtown Halifax. Between May and October, the Citadel is brought to life by two historic regiments of the British Army - the pageantry of the 78th Highlanders and the precision of the Royal Artillery thrill visitors daily with live re-enactments. The skirl of the bagpipes mixes with the crack of a rifle and the assembly of recruits for the next foot drill. There's no shortage of authentic experiences to view and participate in! Kids will love the Xplorers Program - an activity book just for them. When the sun sets, it's time to experience the other side of the Citadel - join the Halifax Citadel Ghost Tour and experience the dark and errie lore from the early 1800's. Tours start mid-July and run select Friday and Saturday nights starting at 8:30pm until the end of October. Between Nov. to April, all exhibits and rooms are closed but noon gun fires daily.
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Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
Lower Water St, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 4P8 Canada
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Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
1675 Lower Water St, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 1S3 Canada
Immerse yourself in the rich marine history depicted by this museum's vast collection from binnacles and buoys to anchors and armaments.
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Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21
1055 Marginal Rd, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 4P7 Canada
The Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 is located in the national historic site at the Halifax seaport where nearly one million immigrants landed in Canada from 1928 to 1971. Today, as Canada’s sixth national museum, we share the ongoing story of immigration to Canada—past to present, and coast to coast. Our exhibits immerse visitors in the immigration experience and allow for a deeper understanding of how newcomers shape our country. Our staff and collections provide opportunities for visitors to discover the countless journeys to Canada and find their own family’s connection to the story. Countless Journeys. One Canada.
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Alexander Keith's Brewery
1496 Lower Water St, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 3R5 Canada
In 1820, Alexander Keith established his brewery in the heart of Halifax. Now, over 200 years later, we’re proud to welcome you back into our home on Lower Water Street, the Alexander Keith’s Nova Scotia Brewery. We invite you to come and visit us at our beautifully restored and renovated brewery, and to try our exciting new beers crafted by our brewmaster. Cheers to all things raised in Nova Scotia.
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Halifax Harbour Ferry
Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 3A5 Canada
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Halifax Central Library
5540 Spring Garden Rd, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 1E9 Canada
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Point Pleasant Park
5530 Point Pleasant Drive, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 1B5 Canada
Have a picnic with sweeping ocean views or hike through 186 acres of forest in one of Halifax's most cherished parks.
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Fairview Lawn Cemetery
3720 Windsor St, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 3A5 Canada
The final and noteworthy resting place for many of the victims of the Titanic.
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Halifax Seaport Farmer's Market
1209 Marginal Rd, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 4P6 Canada
The Halifax Farmers' Market was created by Royal Proclamation in June of 1750, a year after the founding of Halifax. The Governor and Council designated a site for the Market - the present day Bank of Montreal building. For 50 years this flesh, meat or cattle market, as it was known, sold produce as well as livestock delivered from Acadian farms in the Annapolis Valley and from local farm production. In 1848 the City of Halifax was incorporated and the original City Charter conveyed the Country Market property to the city "for the public and common benefit and use of the City of Halifax according to the true interest and meaning of the original grant." The Market has operated in several locations across the city since its inception in 1750, but moved to the Halifax Seaport in 2010 where it is now known as the Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market - the longest continuously running Market in North America and proudly hosting over 250 vendors! Halifax Seaport The Halifax Seaport is a vibrant arts and cultural district found at the south end of the Halifax waterfront. Extending from Piers 19 to 23, you will find artisans, retailers, cruise terminals, event facilities, cafes, galleries, offices, a museum, a university and the Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market. This district has been redeveloped to showcase local talent and is now a popular destination for locals and visitors alike.
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Art Gallery of Nova Scotia
1723 Hollis St, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 1V9 Canada
Art museum focusing on provincial and Canadian artwork in various mediums.
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HMCS Sackville
1675 Lower Water St, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 1S3 Canada
HMCS SACKVILLE, is a National Historic Site on the historic Halifax waterfront & The Last Corvette. Step aboard the 205-foot Sackville and walk back in time! Restored to her wartime configuration, the ship includes exhibits, artifacts, and a memorial dedicated to those who served during the Battle of the Atlantic, and made the ultimate sacrifice. When onboard, guests can self-tour with the audio portals located throughout the ship, or take a guided tour in the summer months. Guests can see the: main gun deck forward, wheelhouse, open bridge, quarterdeck, tiller flats, Chiefs & Petty Officers mess, engine and boiler rooms, ratings messes, the Captain’s Cabin, and much more! Admission Fee by donation, suggested amount $5 children $10 adults.
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Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo
1800 Argyle St Scotiabank Centre, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 3N8 Canada
Experience Nova Scotia's premier summer spectacle! Marching bands, acrobats, dancers, pipes and drums, and much more. It’s fun for the whole family and kids are free! June 30-July 3, 2023.
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Discovery Centre
1215 Lower Water St, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 3S8 Canada
The Discovery Centre is now open in its brand new state-of-the-art 40,000 sq. ft. facility located at 1215 Lower Water Street, a short walk from the beautiful Halifax Waterfront. Featuring four floors of interactive, learning experiences including an Innovation Lab and Featured Exhibit Gallery that invites traveling exhibits 3-4 times a year. The new Discovery Centre facilitates its not-for-profit mission to bring STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) to life through fun, interactive learning experiences to inspire the curious minds of all ages.