Halifax Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
capital and largest city of the province of Nova Scotia, Canada
About Halifax
Halifax is the provincial and regional hub of Nova Scotia. It is, however, a small city by North American standards (2024 pop. 463,000). Rather than feeling relegated to 'second-fiddle' status, this dichotomy is celebrated by residents who take pride in their slower pace and warm hospitality. The area around Halifax has been inhabited by native Mi'kmaq for millennia. Modern Halifax was founded on June 21, 1749 as aBritish military outpost. Easily defended and featuring the world's second largest natural harbour, Halifax proved its worth during the Seven Years' War against the French and later in the American Revolutionary War, and as the base grew in size and importance, a significant population of merchants and other civilians sprung up in its wake. On December 6, 1917, the collision of t
Top Attractions in Halifax
Explore the best things to see and do in Halifax:
- ★Alexander Keith's Brewery Tour
- ★Art Gallery of Nova Scotia
- ★Atlantic Canada Aviation Museum
- ★Boat Tours
- ★Busker Festival
- ★Canoe the Northwest Arm
- ★Culinary Tasting tour
- ★Discovery Centre
Where to Eat in Halifax
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Chives Canadian Bistro
- 🍴Da Maurizio's
- 🍴Economy Shoe Shop
- 🍴Elements
- 🍴Fireside Kitchen
- 🍴Five Fishermen
Where to Stay in Halifax
- 🏨Cambridge Suites Hotels Halifax
- 🏨Coastal Inn
- 🏨Dalhousie University Dorm Rooms
- 🏨Four Points by Sheraton
- 🏨Gerard Hall
- 🏨Halifax Backpacker's Hostel
Halifax Travel Guide Sections
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