Best of Bedford, NS
Known as a district of Halifax
About Bedford
Bedford is a former town that now serves as a district of Halifax, Nova Scotia, situated on the north west shore of the Bedford Basin. It borders Hammonds Plains, Sackville, Dartmouth, and mainland Halifax within the central area of the municipality. The community was named in honour of John Russell, 4th Duke of Bedford, who served as Secretary of State for the colonies in 1749.
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True North Diner
True North Diner is a restaurant located in the Nottingham neighborhood.
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Best Hotels in Bedford
10 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Bluenose Inn & Suites
Bluenose Inn & Suites is a hotel located in the Fernleigh neighborhood.
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Abigail Apartments
Abigail Apartments offers convenient lodging in the Fernleigh neighborhood.
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Heritage Hideaway B&B
Heritage Hideaway B&B offers a comfortable stay in the Shoreview neighborhood.
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax-Bedford
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax-Bedford is a hotel located in the Wedgewood neighborhood.
Best Restaurants in Bedford
63 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Arirang Korean & Japanese
Arirang Korean & Japanese offers a menu featuring both Korean and Japanese dishes in the Rockingham South neighborhood.
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Bedford Beer Garden
Bedford Beer Garden is a local restaurant located in the neighborhood of Birch Cove.
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Ben & Florentine
Ben & Florentine is a breakfast restaurant located in West Bedford.
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Brewster's Bar & Grill
Brewster's Bar & Grill in Mill Cove offers a casual dining experience with a variety of grill options.
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Canton Garden
Canton Garden is a Chinese restaurant located in the neighborhood of Rockingham South.
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Cheese Curds Gourmet Burgers + Poutinerie
Cheese Curds Gourmet Burgers + Poutinerie serves a range of poutine and burger options in the Riverside neighborhood.
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Harvest Bedford
Harvest Bedford offers a menu of seasonal dishes made from locally sourced ingredients.
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I love Pho
I love Pho offers authentic Vietnamese cuisine in the Fernleigh neighborhood.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Bedford
11 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Chicken Little Cafe & Dairy Bar
Chicken Little Cafe & Dairy Bar is a coffee shop located in Brookline Park that offers ice cream, sandwiches, and baked goods.
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Cortados Tasting Room
Cortados Tasting Room is a café located in Stonington Park.
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Izzy's Bagel Co
Izzy's Bagel Co is a café located in Shoreview that specializes in bagels.
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Board room game cafe
Board room game cafe is a café located in the Paper Mill Lake neighborhood.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Bedford
4 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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Finbar's Irish Pub
Finbar's Irish Pub is a bar located in the Sunnyside neighborhood.
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The Butcher's Block Pub and Eatery
The Butcher's Block Pub and Eatery is a bar located in the Mill Cove neighborhood.
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The Village Taphouse
The Village Taphouse is a bar located in the Brookline Park neighborhood.
Best Things to Do in Bedford
10 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Fultz House Museum
The Fultz House Museum is a local attraction located in the Sackville Business Park.
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Bedford Station
Bedford Station in Sunnyside offers a quiet spot to enjoy the local scenery.
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Prince's Lodge Rotunda
Prince's Lodge Rotunda is an attraction located in the Prince's Lodge neighborhood.
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Hobsons Lake Look-off
Hobsons Lake Look-off is an attraction located in the Kearney Lake Estates neighborhood.
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Paddlers' Ridge
Paddlers' Ridge is a local attraction located in the Waterberry Park neighborhood.
Best Shops in Bedford
21 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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Carter's Oshkosh
Carter's Oshkosh is a shop located in the Sackville Business Park.
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Association of Atlantic Area Artists
The Association of Atlantic Area Artists is a shop located in Sunnyside. It offers artistic products and services to the community.
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Cazza Petite
Cazza Petite is a shop located in the Sunnyside neighborhood. It offers a variety of items for shoppers in the area.
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Incandescent
Incandescent is a shop located in Sunnyside that offers a curated selection of items for local residents.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Bedford
47 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Bill Dompierre Memorial Park
Bill Dompierre Memorial Park is located at 15 Nottingham Street.
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Bryanston Road Park
Bryanston Road Park is located at 177 Bryanston Road. It offers a green space for relaxation and outdoor activities.
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Grosvenor-Wentworth Park Elementary School Park
Grosvenor-Wentworth Park Elementary School Park is located in the Birch Cove neighborhood.
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Kearney Lake Beach Park
Kearney Lake Beach Park offers a lakeside setting for visitors to enjoy the outdoors.
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