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Halifax Travel Guide 2026: Top Attractions, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | August, 2026
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Things to do in Halifax
What to do
Looking for things to do in Halifax? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Halifax Public Gardens
5.9
5.0
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17 Reviews
Historic landmark
Peggy's Cove
5.3
4.7
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20 Reviews
Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
4.7
4.5
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2 Reviews
Halifax Citadel National Historic Site
4.2
5 Reviews
Historic landmark
Peggy's Cove Lighthouse
4.1
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Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
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Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21
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Where to stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Halifax, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Hampton Inn by Hilton Halifax/Downtown
4.5
/5
130 Reviews
Staybridge Suites HALIFAX - DARTMOUTH by IHG
4.7
/5
47 Reviews
Homewood Suites by Hilton Halifax-Downtown
4.2
/5
103 Reviews
Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel
4.6
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54 Reviews
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Halifax-Dartmouth
4.5
/5
112 Reviews
Delta Hotels Halifax Downtown
4.2
/5
138 Reviews
Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel
4.6
/5
111 Reviews
Courtyard Halifax Dartmouth
4.5
/5
96 Reviews
Best Western Plus Dartmouth Hotel Suites
4.5
/5
117 Reviews
Comfort Inn Dartmouth
4.6
/5
134 Reviews
Chateau Bedford, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
4.3
/5
127 Reviews
The Westin Nova Scotian
4.2
/5
103 Reviews
What to eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Halifax dishes and foodie spots.
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The Wooden Monkey
4.3
/5
7 Reviews
Western cuisine
Avg. €15/person
The Canteen on Portland
4.8
/5
6 Reviews
Seafood
Avg. €16/person
CUT Steakhouse
4.4
/5
5 Reviews
Western cuisine
Avg. €45/person
Wild Leek Food & Juice Bar
4.7
/5
7 Reviews
Coffee shop
Avg. €8/person
Cousin's Greek Food Restaurant
3.9
/5
7 Reviews
Western cuisine
Avg. €8/person
Durty Nelly's Irish Pub
4.4
/5
7 Reviews
Western cuisine
Avg. €12/person
Bâton Rouge Grillhouse & Bar
4.4
/5
7 Reviews
Western cuisine
Avg. €25/person
Tempo Food + Drink
4.1
/5
7 Reviews
Western cuisine
Avg. €21/person
Agricola Street Brasserie
4.7
/5
6 Reviews
Western cuisine
Avg. €19/person
Chef Abod cafe and catering
4.6
/5
7 Reviews
Western cuisine
Avg. €13/person
Waterfront Warehouse
4.0
/5
7 Reviews
Western cuisine
Avg. €29/person
The Middle Spoon Desserterie & Bar
4.3
/5
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Western cuisine
Avg. €6/person
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The Holman Grand Hotel
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Chateau Moncton, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
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Popular Types of Attractions in Halifax
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Nature and wildlife
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Beaches and shores
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Popular Attractions in Halifax
Sinnot Hill Park
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Icelandic Memorial
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Seaview Memorial Park
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Belchers Marsh Park
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Second Lake Trailhead - Metropolitan Ave
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SUPMonkey
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Springfield Lake Beach Park
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Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
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Archery Tag
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Sea Turtle Centre
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Mainland Common Loops Trails
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14 Bells Fine Art Gallery
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Nearby Planet VR
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HMCS Sackville
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Scott Manor House Fort Sackville Information Boards
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West Dover Provincial Park
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Mastodon Trail
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Birch Cove Baptist Church
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Historic Irishtown Signage
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Mic Mac Amateur Aquatic Club
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McIntosh Run Community Trail
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Harbour Hopper
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Grand Parade
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Nathan Smith Recreation Centre
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Oat Hill Lake Park
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Woodlawn Public Library
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Ball Park
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Northwest Arm Battery
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Blue Mountain - Birch Cove Lakes Wilderness Area
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Willard Christie Memorial Park
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The Canteen on Portland
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Wild Leek Food & Juice Bar
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Cousin's Greek Food Restaurant
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Durty Nelly's Irish Pub
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The Stubborn Goat Gastropub
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Ristorante a Mano
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Tomavinos Ristorante
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The Auction House
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Fredie's Fantastic Fish House
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Henry House
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Celtic Corner Public House
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Le Bistro By Liz
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The Bicycle Thief
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Ela! Greek Taverna Restaurant-Dartmouth
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Seamus David's Irish Pub
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Mic Mac Bar and Grill
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Indochine Banh Mi
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Sushi Nami Royale (Downtown)
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