Armdale
Food scene
Farm market with fresh fruits & vegetables, butcher, and fabulous bakery, coffee, and pre-made meals. You may dine inside or outside overlooking the Halifax Harbour. Live music Friday nights and Sunday brunch!
21 locals recommend
Bedford Basin Farmers Market
397 Bedford HwyFarm market with fresh fruits & vegetables, butcher, and fabulous bakery, coffee, and pre-made meals. You may dine inside or outside overlooking the Halifax Harbour. Live music Friday nights and Sunday brunch!
50’s style diner with jukebox and vintage décor. Reputed to be the oldest drive-in diner in Canada. Approximately 15 minute drive into the heart of Bedford.
23 locals recommend
The Chickenburger
1531 Bedford Hwy50’s style diner with jukebox and vintage décor. Reputed to be the oldest drive-in diner in Canada. Approximately 15 minute drive into the heart of Bedford.
Featured on the Food Network's "You Gotta Eat Here". Nestled in the district known as the Hydrostone, with a few little shops and other restaurants.
107 locals recommend
Salvatore's Pizzaiolo Trattoria
5541 Young StFeatured on the Food Network's "You Gotta Eat Here". Nestled in the district known as the Hydrostone, with a few little shops and other restaurants.
Fine dining specializing in surf & turf in downtown Halifax on the waterfront. This restaurant was the site of a former fire station dating from 1906.
36 locals recommend
McKelvie's Restaurant
1680 Lower Water StFine dining specializing in surf & turf in downtown Halifax on the waterfront. This restaurant was the site of a former fire station dating from 1906.
Il Mercato
1595 Bedford HwyItalian food and deserts with a lovely decor in the heart of Bedford.
The Five Fishermen
1740 Argyle StDowntown Halifax fine dining \ seafood and steak at it’s best!
Next to the Halifax Ferry Terminal. Casual pub with live music, food and an outdoor patio.
18 locals recommend
Stayner's Wharf Pub & Grill
Next to the Halifax Ferry Terminal. Casual pub with live music, food and an outdoor patio.
Halifax fine dining restaurant featuring seafood, house cured meats, local cheese.
20 locals recommend
Gio
1725 Market StHalifax fine dining restaurant featuring seafood, house cured meats, local cheese.
Bistro in the heart of the city serving seasonal items and local fair.
27 locals recommend
Chives Canadian Bistro
3000 Barrington StBistro in the heart of the city serving seasonal items and local fair.
Contemporary Italian food, in Bishop's Landing right on the Halifax waterfront.
171 locals recommend
The Bicycle Thief
1475 Lower Water StContemporary Italian food, in Bishop's Landing right on the Halifax waterfront.
Going to Peggy's Cove? This restaurant is on the way! You can also find homemade chocolates and paintings from local artists here.
56 locals recommend
Rhubarb
8650 Peggys Cove RdGoing to Peggy's Cove? This restaurant is on the way! You can also find homemade chocolates and paintings from local artists here.
Central location including many shops, services and restaurants to choose from, such as Montana’s, Boston Pizza, East Side Marios, Moxie’s, Pizza Delight, ela! Greek Tavern, Jack Astor’s, La Cucina, Subway, Wendy’s, McDonald’s, Burger King.
26 locals recommend
Bayers Lake
Central location including many shops, services and restaurants to choose from, such as Montana’s, Boston Pizza, East Side Marios, Moxie’s, Pizza Delight, ela! Greek Tavern, Jack Astor’s, La Cucina, Subway, Wendy’s, McDonald’s, Burger King.
Ardmore Tea Room
6499 Quinpool RdOld school diner that serves comfort food.
Athens Restaurant
6273 Quinpool RdDelicious Greek food with vegan and gluten-free options.
Looking for a 100% gluten free restaurant? This is it. Delicious food, lots to choose from and delicious desserts.
11 locals recommend
Odell's Gluten Free Bakery & Cafe
30 Farnham Gate RdLooking for a 100% gluten free restaurant? This is it. Delicious food, lots to choose from and delicious desserts.
Wine and gourmet pizza bar and other delicious items to choose from. 3 locations to choose from: Nine Mile Drive, Bedford \ 5212 Morris Street, Halifax \ 1984 Vernon Street, Halifax.
20 locals recommend
Morris East
620 Nine Mile DrWine and gourmet pizza bar and other delicious items to choose from. 3 locations to choose from: Nine Mile Drive, Bedford \ 5212 Morris Street, Halifax \ 1984 Vernon Street, Halifax.
Drinks & NIghtlife
Downtown Halifax right on the historic waterfront. Live music most often featuring Acadian East Coast music. This pub offers great food as well.
75 locals recommend
The Lower Deck
1887 Upper Water StDowntown Halifax right on the historic waterfront. Live music most often featuring Acadian East Coast music. This pub offers great food as well.
Obladee, a Wine Bar
1600 Barrington StWine & cheese bar, featuring charcuterie boards
Live blues bands, drinks and food in the South end of Halifax. Wednesday night is karaoke!
42 locals recommend
Bearly's House Of Blues & Ribs
1269 Barrington StLive blues bands, drinks and food in the South end of Halifax. Wednesday night is karaoke!
Pub serving Irish food. Approximately 15 minute drive into the heart of Bedford.
24 locals recommend
Finbar's Irish Pub
1595 Bedford HwyPub serving Irish food. Approximately 15 minute drive into the heart of Bedford.
Sightseeing
Spectacular waterfront views, shops, history, local gourmet food, beaches and boating. A definite must see! Approximately 40 minute drive from Halifax, but well worth the drive!
174 locals recommend
Mahone Bay
Spectacular waterfront views, shops, history, local gourmet food, beaches and boating. A definite must see! Approximately 40 minute drive from Halifax, but well worth the drive!
Quintessential Nova Scotia! Absolutely stunning ocean view near the famous lighthouse! A wonderful way to spend a day watching the waves, boat traffic and nature! Please make sure to pay attention to the warning signs on the rocks near the water.
349 locals recommend
Peggys Cove
Quintessential Nova Scotia! Absolutely stunning ocean view near the famous lighthouse! A wonderful way to spend a day watching the waves, boat traffic and nature! Please make sure to pay attention to the warning signs on the rocks near the water.
Downtown Halifax is approx. 10- 15 minutes drive. We have wonderful live theatre, many local art galleries, a wonderful boardwalk along the Halifax waterfront. You may take boat tours to cruise the Harbour, and land tours around the city to learn about our History and beautiful sights. We have wine tasting bus tours leaving for the Valley with many vineyards, and beautiful country side scenery. Our waterfront and city offer an abundance of wonderful restaurants, cafes, and music. we have a beautiful Public Gardens in the center of the city, which is a wonderful spot for sitting quietly to read a book, picnic or just enjoying the beautiful flower gardens, and ducks. Halifax has so much to offer.
55 locals recommend
Downtown Halifax
Downtown Halifax is approx. 10- 15 minutes drive. We have wonderful live theatre, many local art galleries, a wonderful boardwalk along the Halifax waterfront. You may take boat tours to cruise the Harbour, and land tours around the city to learn about our History and beautiful sights. We have wine tasting bus tours leaving for the Valley with many vineyards, and beautiful country side scenery. Our waterfront and city offer an abundance of wonderful restaurants, cafes, and music. we have a beautiful Public Gardens in the center of the city, which is a wonderful spot for sitting quietly to read a book, picnic or just enjoying the beautiful flower gardens, and ducks. Halifax has so much to offer.
Located just next to Grand Parade next to City Hall. This church is known for the “Face in the Window” which is noted to be the profile of a deacon which was emblazed forever in the window, which happened during the Halifax Explosion in 1917. No matter how many times the glass had been cleaned over the years, the face remains in the window.
13 locals recommend
St. Paul's Church
1749 Argyle StLocated just next to Grand Parade next to City Hall. This church is known for the “Face in the Window” which is noted to be the profile of a deacon which was emblazed forever in the window, which happened during the Halifax Explosion in 1917. No matter how many times the glass had been cleaned over the years, the face remains in the window.
Halifax’s oldest brewery, founded in 1820. Tours available.
46 locals recommend
Alexander Keith's Brewery
1496 Lower Water StHalifax’s oldest brewery, founded in 1820. Tours available.
Dating back to 1803, it is a Halifax landmark. Situated near Citadel Hill and overlooks Halifax Harbour.
19 locals recommend
Halifax Town Clock
Dating back to 1803, it is a Halifax landmark. Situated near Citadel Hill and overlooks Halifax Harbour.
Halifax’s most ornate cathedral, it is a National Historic Site.
14 locals recommend
Saint Mary's Cathedral Basilica, Halifax
5221 Spring Garden RdHalifax’s most ornate cathedral, it is a National Historic Site.
Home of the Nova Scotia House of Assembly. Come watch proceedings, take a tour or visit the Legislative Library.
12 locals recommend
Province House
1726 Hollis StHome of the Nova Scotia House of Assembly. Come watch proceedings, take a tour or visit the Legislative Library.
Located in Ferguson's Cove, this park overlooks Halifax Harbour.
31 locals recommend
York Redoubt National Historic Site
300 Fergusons Cove RdLocated in Ferguson's Cove, this park overlooks Halifax Harbour.
Parks & Nature
Originally a country estate built in 1780 for Lieutenant Governor John Wentworth, Hemlock Ravine is now one of the city’s most beloved urban nature parks. Located off of Halifax’s busy Bedford Highway, it’s tucked behind residential neighbourhoods and housing complexes that quickly disappear upon entering the park. The trails are well marked and maintained with regular signage, maps, benches and garbage cans throughout.
30 locals recommend
Hemlock Ravine
40 Kent AvenueOriginally a country estate built in 1780 for Lieutenant Governor John Wentworth, Hemlock Ravine is now one of the city’s most beloved urban nature parks. Located off of Halifax’s busy Bedford Highway, it’s tucked behind residential neighbourhoods and housing complexes that quickly disappear upon entering the park. The trails are well marked and maintained with regular signage, maps, benches and garbage cans throughout.
Beautiful green space park right on Bedford Basin, close to the Bedford Yacht Squadron.
33 locals recommend
DeWolf Park
150 Waterfront DrBeautiful green space park right on Bedford Basin, close to the Bedford Yacht Squadron.
Also known as Dingle Park, this park was donated to the City of Halifax by Sir Sandford Fleming. The dingle tower commemorates the achievement of representative government in 1758. The Dingle Tower overlooks the Northwest Arm of Halifax.
62 locals recommend
Sir Sandford Fleming Park
260 Dingle RdAlso known as Dingle Park, this park was donated to the City of Halifax by Sir Sandford Fleming. The dingle tower commemorates the achievement of representative government in 1758. The Dingle Tower overlooks the Northwest Arm of Halifax.
Victoria era gardens established in 1867. Located in the centre of Halifax near the popular Spring Garden Road shopping and restaurant district. In the summer months, they often have bands playing on Sunday afternoons.
234 locals recommend
Halifax Public Gardens
Summer StreetVictoria era gardens established in 1867. Located in the centre of Halifax near the popular Spring Garden Road shopping and restaurant district. In the summer months, they often have bands playing on Sunday afternoons.
Natural Historic Side constructed in 1749, designed to protect the city. Amazing views of Halifax Harbour. Reenactments and artifacts from the period showing what life was like back then. Every day the cannon goes off at noon.
318 locals recommend
Halifax Citadel National Historic Site of Canada
5425 Sackville StNatural Historic Side constructed in 1749, designed to protect the city. Amazing views of Halifax Harbour. Reenactments and artifacts from the period showing what life was like back then. Every day the cannon goes off at noon.
Lakeview Trail Parking Lot - Several walking trails and swimming too.
55 locals recommend
Long Lake Provincial Park
Lakeview Trail Parking Lot - Several walking trails and swimming too.
Great place to walk around and sight-see. Walk the water's edge or follow the trails to the forested interior and view some of the remaining artillery batteries on the property. This is a large park, approximately 75 hectares, and a good amount of parking. In the summer, Shakespeare by the Sea is held in the park, which is a live outdoor theater production.
295 locals recommend
Point Pleasant Park
5530 Point Pleasant DrGreat place to walk around and sight-see. Walk the water's edge or follow the trails to the forested interior and view some of the remaining artillery batteries on the property. This is a large park, approximately 75 hectares, and a good amount of parking. In the summer, Shakespeare by the Sea is held in the park, which is a live outdoor theater production.
About an hour's drive from Halifax, this park has ton's to do. Walking trails, biking trails, waterfalls, picnic area, and Jacob's Ladder for those who really like a challenge. It is a man-made ladder with more than 175 steps. Great way to spend a day!
45 locals recommend
Victoria Park
29 Park RdAbout an hour's drive from Halifax, this park has ton's to do. Walking trails, biking trails, waterfalls, picnic area, and Jacob's Ladder for those who really like a challenge. It is a man-made ladder with more than 175 steps. Great way to spend a day!
Arts & Culture
Small, but with an excellent staff who are excellent at helping people with an interest in the history of Immigration in Canada. Nearby Farmers market, and access to the boardwalk along the harbor this is a fantastic destination
120 locals recommend
Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21
1055 Marginal RdSmall, but with an excellent staff who are excellent at helping people with an interest in the history of Immigration in Canada. Nearby Farmers market, and access to the boardwalk along the harbor this is a fantastic destination
Public Library in the heart of Halifax. Built in 2014, has become highly popular gathering place which also includes cafes, and auditorium and community rooms. Well worth the visit to browse around and relax.
12 locals recommend
Halifax Central Library
5440 Spring Garden RoadPublic Library in the heart of Halifax. Built in 2014, has become highly popular gathering place which also includes cafes, and auditorium and community rooms. Well worth the visit to browse around and relax.
Professional orchestra based in Halifax. Their primary recital space is at the Dalhousie Arts Centre's Rebecca Cohn. Many various shows to see and enjoy!
17 locals recommend
Symphony Nova Scotia
5657 Spring Garden RdProfessional orchestra based in Halifax. Their primary recital space is at the Dalhousie Arts Centre's Rebecca Cohn. Many various shows to see and enjoy!
Exhibits of natural sciences, artifacts, and culture including Mi’kmaq artifacts.
113 locals recommend
Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History
1747 Summer StExhibits of natural sciences, artifacts, and culture including Mi’kmaq artifacts.
The largest professional theatre company in Atlantic Canada. Wide variety of live plays in downtown Halifax.
74 locals recommend
Neptune Theatre
1593 Argyle StThe largest professional theatre company in Atlantic Canada. Wide variety of live plays in downtown Halifax.
Nestled on the Halifax Waterfront, this museum takes you through sea life and maritime history.
164 locals recommend
Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
1675 Lower Water StNestled on the Halifax Waterfront, this museum takes you through sea life and maritime history.
A Flower-class corvette which served in the Royal Canadian Navy during the Second World War, an iconic symbol of the Battle of the Atlantic. It is now a museum ship docked at the Halifax Waterfront, however it is currently in refit and is currently expected to re-open to the public in June 2019.
13 locals recommend
HMCS Sackville
1675 Lower Water StreetA Flower-class corvette which served in the Royal Canadian Navy during the Second World War, an iconic symbol of the Battle of the Atlantic. It is now a museum ship docked at the Halifax Waterfront, however it is currently in refit and is currently expected to re-open to the public in June 2019.
Located in downtown Halifax. Featuring an exhibition of Maud Lewis paintings and many other exhibits as well.
136 locals recommend
Art Gallery of Nova Scotia
1723 Hollis StLocated in downtown Halifax. Featuring an exhibition of Maud Lewis paintings and many other exhibits as well.
Named for the founder of the Nova Scotia College of Art & Design, stop by to see the works of students and faculty of the college.
21 locals recommend
Anna Leonowens Gallery
1891 Granville StNamed for the founder of the Nova Scotia College of Art & Design, stop by to see the works of students and faculty of the college.
Discovery Centre
1215 Lower Water StScience and technology museum that is interactive.
Come see the history of Nova Scotia's sports heroes.
11 locals recommend
Nova Scotia Sport Hall of Fame
1800 Argyle StCome see the history of Nova Scotia's sports heroes.
Public open houses on many Friday nights and group tours offered as well. Check their website for more information.
10 locals recommend
Burke-Gaffney Observatory
5865 Gorsebrook AvePublic open houses on many Friday nights and group tours offered as well. Check their website for more information.
A great way to get from Halifax to Dartmouth and vice versa. See them both from the Harbour.
37 locals recommend
Halifax Ferry Terminal station
A great way to get from Halifax to Dartmouth and vice versa. See them both from the Harbour.
Shopping
Central location including many shops, services and restaurants to choose from.
26 locals recommend
Bayers Lake
Central location including many shops, services and restaurants to choose from.
Exclusive shopping located in one central location. Recently named one of the best malls in the country. Over 170 stores and services.
165 locals recommend
Halifax Shopping Centre
Exclusive shopping located in one central location. Recently named one of the best malls in the country. Over 170 stores and services.
New to the Halifax area and a hotspot for shoppers! Lots of parking, in the Dartmouth Crossing shopping area which has many other shops and services. Approximately 25 minute drive.
21 locals recommend
IKEA Halifax
645 Cutler AveNew to the Halifax area and a hotspot for shoppers! Lots of parking, in the Dartmouth Crossing shopping area which has many other shops and services. Approximately 25 minute drive.
Looking for that perfect gift or momento to bring home? Hand blown crystal pieces, each is unique. You can even watch the glass blowers at work.
10 locals recommend
NovaScotian Crystal
Looking for that perfect gift or momento to bring home? Hand blown crystal pieces, each is unique. You can even watch the glass blowers at work.
Costco Wholesale
230 Chain Lake DrLocated in Bayer’s Lake Park
Boutique shopping and food venues as well as a movie theatre in downtown Halifax.
36 locals recommend
Park Lane Mall
5657 Spring Garden RdBoutique shopping and food venues as well as a movie theatre in downtown Halifax.
Entertainment & Activities
Downtown Halifax is approx. 10- 15 minutes drive. We have wonderful live theatre, many local art galleries, a wonderful boardwalk along the Halifax waterfront. You may take boat tours to cruise the Harbour, and land tours around the city to learn about our History and beautiful sights. We have wine tasting bus tours leaving for the Valley with many vineyards, and beautiful country side scenery. Our waterfront and city offer an abundance of wonderful restaurants, cafes, and music. we have a beautiful Public Gardens in the center of the city, which is a wonderful spot for sitting quietly to read a book, picnic or just enjoying the beautiful flower gardens, and ducks. Halifax has so much to offer.
55 locals recommend
Downtown Halifax
Downtown Halifax is approx. 10- 15 minutes drive. We have wonderful live theatre, many local art galleries, a wonderful boardwalk along the Halifax waterfront. You may take boat tours to cruise the Harbour, and land tours around the city to learn about our History and beautiful sights. We have wine tasting bus tours leaving for the Valley with many vineyards, and beautiful country side scenery. Our waterfront and city offer an abundance of wonderful restaurants, cafes, and music. we have a beautiful Public Gardens in the center of the city, which is a wonderful spot for sitting quietly to read a book, picnic or just enjoying the beautiful flower gardens, and ducks. Halifax has so much to offer.
Located in Tantallon, Nova Scotia, approximately 30 minutes from Halifax. Café & bike shop. This is a 32.5 kilometre multi-use pathway open all year to walkers, joggers, cyclists and horseback riders. During the winter enjoy cross country skis or snowshoes. It has a crusher dust pathway which is accessible to most strollers and wheelchairs.
43 locals recommend
Train Station Bike & Bean
5401 St Margarets Bay RdLocated in Tantallon, Nova Scotia, approximately 30 minutes from Halifax. Café & bike shop. This is a 32.5 kilometre multi-use pathway open all year to walkers, joggers, cyclists and horseback riders. During the winter enjoy cross country skis or snowshoes. It has a crusher dust pathway which is accessible to most strollers and wheelchairs.
Scotiabank Theatre Halifax
190 Chain Lake DrLarge theater with a number of theaters.
Over 250 local artisans and food vendors right on the Halifax Waterfront. A great way to spend a few hours, tasting local foods and viewing art and local treasures.
196 locals recommend
Halifax Seaport Farmer's Market
961 Marginal RdOver 250 local artisans and food vendors right on the Halifax Waterfront. A great way to spend a few hours, tasting local foods and viewing art and local treasures.
This is where all the big events happen, the Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo, music concerts, sporting events such as Halifax Mooseheads, Halifax Thunderbirds, Halifax Hurricanes. This facility seats over 10000 people.
32 locals recommend
Scotiabank Centre
1800 Argyle StThis is where all the big events happen, the Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo, music concerts, sporting events such as Halifax Mooseheads, Halifax Thunderbirds, Halifax Hurricanes. This facility seats over 10000 people.
Year-round skating park in the heart of the City, the size of three NHL hockey rinks. Open to the public 7 days a week.
55 locals recommend
Emera Oval
5775 Cogswell StYear-round skating park in the heart of the City, the size of three NHL hockey rinks. Open to the public 7 days a week.
Book an afternoon cruise on this schooner and learn the art of sailing.
29 locals recommend
Tall Ship Silva
1751 Lower Water StBook an afternoon cruise on this schooner and learn the art of sailing.
Murphy's Deep Sea Fishing
1751 Lower Water StGo fishing for a few hours off the coast of Halifax.
Murphy's over several choices: their party boat cruise on Halifax Harbour, a 2 hour dinner cruise along Halifax Harbour, or the Nature & Whale Watching Tour.
10 locals recommend
DJ Party Boat aboard the Harbour Queen
Murphy's over several choices: their party boat cruise on Halifax Harbour, a 2 hour dinner cruise along Halifax Harbour, or the Nature & Whale Watching Tour.
East Coast Outfitters
2017 Lower Prospect RdGo sea kayaking on a professional guided tour with lessons.
Go on a horse-drawn wagon ride or trail ride on your own horse. Great family adventure.
16 locals recommend
Hatfield Farm
1840 Hammonds Plains RdGo on a horse-drawn wagon ride or trail ride on your own horse. Great family adventure.
Come visit Theodore from May to the end of October at the Halifax Water Front.
11 locals recommend
Theodore Tugboat- Halifax, Nova Scotia
47 Discovery DriveCome visit Theodore from May to the end of October at the Halifax Water Front.
Boardwalk, shops and restaurants in Eastern Passage. Many locals come here to fish.
53 locals recommend
Fisherman's Cove
4 Government Wharf RdBoardwalk, shops and restaurants in Eastern Passage. Many locals come here to fish.
Sea-Doo Rentals or Tours. An exciting way to see Halifax from the water!
18 locals recommend
The Harbour Watercraft & Adventure Rentals
1597 Lower Water StSea-Doo Rentals or Tours. An exciting way to see Halifax from the water!
Built in 2011, this sports complex is located in Clayton Park. Many things to do including swimming, track, basketball, yoga, and much more.
27 locals recommend
Canada Games Centre
26 Thomas Raddall DrBuilt in 2011, this sports complex is located in Clayton Park. Many things to do including swimming, track, basketball, yoga, and much more.
Check out the wineries and food of Nova Scotia on this hop-on, hop-off British double-decker bus tour.
27 locals recommend
Magic Winery Bus Limited
11 Willow AveCheck out the wineries and food of Nova Scotia on this hop-on, hop-off British double-decker bus tour.
Check out their list of tours in and around the city, ranging from Harbour Hopper, Coastal Nature Tour, Peggy’s Cove, and Mahone Bay\Lunenburg tours. So much to choose from!
19 locals recommend
Murphy's on the Water
1751 Lower Water StCheck out their list of tours in and around the city, ranging from Harbour Hopper, Coastal Nature Tour, Peggy’s Cove, and Mahone Bay\Lunenburg tours. So much to choose from!