Halifax

Halifax

Nova Scotia's vibrant capital city blends maritime heritage with modern urban culture. From the historic waterfront to bustling downtown core, Halifax offers world-class dining, shopping, nightlife, and cultural attractions.

Top Highlights

Halifax Citadel National Historic Site

Halifax Citadel National Historic Site

4.6

Star-shaped fortress offering panoramic city views and military history.

Historic Halifax Waterfront

Historic Halifax Waterfront

4.8

A 4km boardwalk featuring shops, restaurants, museums, and stunning harbor views.

Peggy's Cove

Peggy's Cove

4.9

Iconic lighthouse and fishing village just 40 minutes from downtown Halifax.

What to Do & See

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The Five Fishermen

The Five Fishermen

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Upscale seafood restaurant in a historic building, known for fresh lobster and maritime atmosphere.

🍽️ Menu Highlights:
  • Fresh Lobster
  • Seafood Chowder
  • Oyster Bar
  • Wine Selection
  • Historic Ambiance
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Mystic Restaurant

Mystic Restaurant

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An intimate dining experience celebrating Nova Scotia's terroir through seasonal tasting menus. Features sophisticated, contemporary space with Galley seating for kitchen views.

🍽️ Menu Highlights:
  • Seasonal Tasting Menus
  • Fauna Menu
  • Biota Menu
  • Discovery Menu
  • Canada's 100 Best 2025
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The Bicycle Thief

The Bicycle Thief

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Modern Italian cuisine with harbor views and fresh pasta.

🍽️ Menu Highlights:
  • Fresh Pasta
  • Harbor Views
  • Italian Cuisine
  • Wine Selection
  • Modern Atmosphere
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Maritime Museum of the Atlantic

Maritime Museum of the Atlantic

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Canada's largest maritime museum with Titanic artifacts and naval history.

🎯 What to Experience:
  • Titanic Exhibit
  • Naval History
  • Maritime Artifacts
  • Historic Ships
  • Educational Programs
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Halifax Citadel National Historic Site

Halifax Citadel National Historic Site

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Historic fort with panoramic city views and daily reenactments.

🎯 What to Experience:
  • Historic Fort
  • Panoramic Views
  • Daily Reenactments
  • Military History
  • City Landmark
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Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21

Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21

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Features interactive exhibits telling the stories of over one million immigrants who entered Canada through this historic gateway. It showcases personal stories and cultural heritage related to Canadian immigration.

🎯 What to Experience:
  • Immigration History
  • Personal Stories
  • Interactive Exhibits
  • Cultural Heritage
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Historic Properties

Historic Properties

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Waterfront shopping complex with unique boutiques and maritime crafts.

🛍️ What to Find:
  • Unique Boutiques
  • Maritime Crafts
  • Waterfront Location
  • Historic Buildings
  • Local Artisans
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Bishop's Landing

Bishop's Landing

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Premier waterfront shopping destination with award-winning boutiques. Established in 2003, this mixed-use development attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors annually.

🛍️ What to Find:
  • waterfront
  • luxury shopping
  • mixed-use development
  • Nova Scotian products
  • fashion
  • jewelry
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Halifax Seaport Farmers Market

Halifax Seaport Farmers Market

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Local produce and artisanal goods.

🛍️ What to Find:
  • Local Produce
  • Artisanal Goods
  • Seasonal Items
  • Food Court
  • Craft Vendors
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Point Pleasant Park

Point Pleasant Park

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Urban park with coastal trails, historic ruins, and harbor views.

🚶 Tour Highlights:
  • Coastal Trails
  • Historic Ruins
  • Harbor Views
  • Picnic Areas
  • Dog Walking
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Halifax Boat Tours - Sunset & Hiking Combo

Halifax Boat Tours - Sunset & Hiking Combo

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Intimate 5-hour harbor experience combining boating exploration with coastal hiking. Features private tours for 1-8 passengers with guided harbor history narration and sunset viewing over Bedford Basin. Offers a relaxed coastal adventure with music and ocean views.

🚶 Tour Highlights:
  • boating
  • hiking
  • sunset
  • harbor history
  • private tours
  • coastal adventure
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Sir Sandford Fleming Park

Sir Sandford Fleming Park

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Large park with hiking trails, the Dingle Tower, and lake access.

🚶 Tour Highlights:
  • Dingle Tower
  • Lake Views
  • Forest Trails
  • Picnic Facilities
  • Historic Monument
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Peggy's Cove Lighthouse

Peggy's Cove Lighthouse

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Canada's most famous lighthouse perched on granite rocks with stunning ocean views.

🥾 Trail Highlights:
  • Iconic Lighthouse
  • Granite Rock Formations
  • Ocean Views
  • Photography
  • Souvenir Shop
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Sir Sandford Fleming Park (The Dingle)

Sir Sandford Fleming Park (The Dingle)

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Historic park in the Northwest Arm area featuring the Dingle Tower with panoramic harbor views. The 2.8km loop trail has elevation changes with mixed crusher dust and paved surfaces, offering a family-friendly atmosphere with waterfront access.

🥾 Trail Highlights:
  • Historic Tower
  • Panoramic Views
  • Family-Friendly
  • Waterfront Access
  • 2.8km Loop
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Fairview Lawn Cemetery

Fairview Lawn Cemetery

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Historic cemetery with graves of Titanic victims and maritime history.

🥾 Trail Highlights:
  • Titanic Graves
  • Historic Cemetery
  • Maritime History
  • Guided Tours
  • Memorial Site
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Halifax International Busker Festival

Halifax International Busker Festival

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Annual summer festival featuring street performers from around the world.

🏛️ Key Features:
  • Street Performers
  • International Acts
  • Waterfront Venue
  • Free Entertainment
  • Family Friendly
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Halifax Citadel National Historic Site

Halifax Citadel National Historic Site

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Star-shaped fort overlooking downtown Halifax with military history dating back to 1749. Features live reenactments, guided tours, and panoramic city views.

🏛️ Key Features:
  • Military history
  • panoramic views
  • guided tours
  • historic site
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Tall Ships Festival

Tall Ships Festival

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Spectacular gathering of historic sailing ships with deck tours and sailing excursions.

🏛️ Key Features:
  • Historic Ships
  • Deck Tours
  • Sailing Excursions
  • Naval Demonstrations
  • Harbor Events
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Citadel Hill

Citadel Hill

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Historic fort with panoramic city views and daily reenactments.

🎉 Event Features:
  • Historic Fort
  • Panoramic Views
  • Daily Reenactments
  • Military History
  • City Landmark
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Halifax International Busker Festival

Halifax International Busker Festival

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Nova Scotia's premier street performance festival celebrating its 38th-39th year with international artists performing along Halifax and Dartmouth waterfronts. Features multiple stages at various waterfront locations including Halifax Seaport, Maritime Museum, and Alderney Landing.

🎉 Event Features:
  • Street performance
  • waterfront
  • family-friendly
  • international artists
  • free entertainment
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The Wave Sculpture

The Wave Sculpture

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Interactive outdoor sculpture popular with visitors for photos.

🎉 Event Features:
  • Interactive Sculpture
  • Photo Opportunities
  • Waterfront Location
  • Public Art
  • Tourist Attraction
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Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk

Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk

A 4-kilometer wooden boardwalk along the harbor featuring ocean views, restaurant patios, and artisan markets. The Canadian flags create a distinctive maritime atmosphere, making it a scenic spot for dining and shopping.

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  • waterfront
  • scenic
  • dining
  • shopping
  • harbor views
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Halifax Citadel National Historic Site

Halifax Citadel National Historic Site

A UNESCO heritage site with uniformed soldiers and military history exhibits at the Army Museum. The impressive fortifications offer a step back in time and provide panoramic views of the city.

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  • historic
  • military
  • UNESCO
  • panoramic views
  • cultural
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Peggy's Cove

Peggy's Cove

An iconic lighthouse and picturesque coastal community less than an hour from Halifax. It features one of Canada's most photographed spots, making it a popular day trip destination.

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  • lighthouse
  • coastal
  • scenic
  • photography
  • day trip
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