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About Halifax
Halifax serves as the capital and largest municipality in Nova Scotia and all of Atlantic Canada. The current city limits were formed in 1996 through the amalgamation of four former municipalities: Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford, and Halifax County.
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Pier 21
Pier 21 is an attraction located in the Schmidtville neighborhood.
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Best Hotels in Halifax
44 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Best Western Plus Dartmouth Hotel & Suites
Best Western Plus Dartmouth Hotel & Suites is located at 15 Spectacle Lake Drive.
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Cambridge Suites - Halifax
Cambridge Suites - Halifax is a hotel located at 1583 Brunswick Street.
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DoubleTree by Hilton Halifax Dartmouth
DoubleTree by Hilton Halifax Dartmouth is located at 101 Wyse Road.
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Four Points by Sheraton Halifax
Four Points by Sheraton Halifax is located at 1496 Hollis Street.
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Residence Inn Halifax Downtown
Residence Inn Halifax Downtown is located at 1599 Grafton Street.
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The Garden South Park Inn
The Garden South Park Inn is a hotel located at 1263 South Park Street.
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The Heritage House Hostel
The Heritage House Hostel is a hotel located at 1253 Barrington Street.
Best Restaurants in Halifax
120 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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7 Peppers Grill
7 Peppers Grill is a restaurant located in the Westmount neighborhood.
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Ardmore Tea Room
Ardmore Tea Room operates as a restaurant in the Westmount neighborhood.
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Bai Wei Grill Bar
Bai Wei Grill Bar operates as a restaurant in the Schmidtville neighborhood.
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Barrios Kitchen & Bar
Barrios Kitchen & Bar serves Filipino cuisine in the Downtown Halifax neighborhood.
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Bicycle Thief
Bicycle Thief is an Italian restaurant located in the Downtown Halifax neighborhood.
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Cousins Restaurant
Cousins Restaurant serves Greek cuisine in the Convoy Place neighborhood.
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Curry Village
Curry Village serves Indian cuisine in the Schmidtville neighborhood.
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Cut Contemporary Steak House & Urban Grill
Cut Contemporary Steak House & Urban Grill is a restaurant located in the Downtown Halifax neighborhood.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Halifax
94 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Bird's Nest Cafe
Bird's Nest Cafe is a café located in the Downtown Halifax neighborhood.
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Board Room Game Cafe
Board Room Game Cafe offers a space for board game enthusiasts in the Schmidtville neighborhood.
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Bramble Cafe
Bramble Cafe is a café in the Hydrostone neighborhood serving coffee and baked goods. It offers cake alongside its other menu items.
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Cabin Coffee
Cabin Coffee is a café located in the Downtown Halifax neighborhood.
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Cafe Marco Polo
Cafe Marco Polo is a café located in the Cheltonham Court neighborhood.
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Café Good Luck
Located in Cheltonham Court, Café Good Luck serves coffee, soup, baked goods, and sandwiches.
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Café Lunette
Located in Downtown Halifax, Café Lunette operates as a coffee shop and bakery that also serves alcohol.
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Creative Cup Cafe
Creative Cup Cafe is a café located in the Hydrostone neighborhood.
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East Cup Cafe
East Cup Cafe is a café in Schmidtville serving coffee shop fare, chocolate, and tea.
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Espresso 46
Espresso 46 is an Italian café located in the Hydrostone neighborhood.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Halifax
74 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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2 Crows Brewing
2 Crows Brewing is a bar located in the Downtown Halifax neighborhood.
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Bitter End Martini Bar & Restaurant
Bitter End Martini Bar & Restaurant is a bar located in the Downtown Halifax neighborhood.
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Durty Nelly's Irish Pub
Durty Nelly's Irish Pub is a bar located in the Downtown Halifax neighborhood.
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Good Robot Brewing Company
Good Robot Brewing Company operates as a bar in the Hydrostone neighborhood.
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HMCS King’s Wardroom
HMCS King’s Wardroom is a bar located in the Jollimore neighborhood.
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Matadora Tapas Bar
Matadora Tapas Bar operates as a bar in the Downtown Halifax neighborhood.
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Orso Pub & Grill
Orso Pub & Grill is a bar located in the Downtown Halifax neighborhood.
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Smokehouse Brewery
Smokehouse Brewery is a bar located in the Hydrostone neighborhood.
Best Things to Do in Halifax
42 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Africville Museum
The Africville Museum is an attraction located in the Convoy Place neighborhood.
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Evergreen House
Evergreen House is an attraction located in the Cheltonham Court neighborhood.
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Halifax Public Gardens
Located in the Schmidtville neighborhood, Halifax Public Gardens is a local attraction.
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Hermes Gallery
Hermes Gallery is an attraction located in the Hydrostone neighborhood.
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Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic is an attraction located in Downtown Halifax.
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Peace Park Pavillion
Peace Park Pavillion is an attraction located in the Cheltonham Court neighborhood.
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Public Archives of Nova Scotia
Located in the Schmidtville neighborhood, the Public Archives of Nova Scotia serves as a key attraction for visitors.
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Shakespeare by the Sea – Office
Shakespeare by the Sea – Office is an attraction located in the Schmidtville neighborhood.
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Shearwater Aviation Museum
Located in Imperoyal, the Shearwater Aviation Museum showcases artifacts and documents related to Canadian maritime military aviation. It serves both Canadian Forces personnel and the general public for study, education, and enjoyment.
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The Prow Gallery
The Prow Gallery is an attraction located in the Downtown Halifax neighborhood.
Best Shops in Halifax
115 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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Carrefour Atlantic Emporium
Carrefour Atlantic Emporium is a shop located in the Downtown Halifax neighborhood.
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Chester & Felicity
Chester & Felicity is a shop located in the Schmidtville neighborhood.
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Cool As A Moose
Cool As A Moose is a shop located in the Downtown Halifax neighborhood.
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John W. Doull, Bookseller
John W. Doull, Bookseller is a shop located in the Westphal neighborhood.
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KingsPIER Vintage
KingsPIER Vintage is a shop located in the Downtown Halifax neighborhood.
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Lady Luck Boutique
Lady Luck Boutique operates as a shop in the Hydrostone neighborhood.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Halifax
61 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Africville Park
Africville Park is a green space located in the Convoy Place neighborhood.
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Bicentennial School Park
Bicentennial School Park is a green space located in the Austinville neighborhood.
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Carl Morash Fields
Carl Morash Fields is a park located in the Woodside Industrial Park neighborhood.
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Catherine Maclean Sullivan Park
Catherine Maclean Sullivan Park is a green space located in the Westmount neighborhood.
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Collins Grove Park
Collins Grove Park is a green space located in the Portland Estates neighborhood.
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Commodore Park
Commodore Park is a public green space located in the Commodore Park neighborhood.
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Crichton Park School
Crichton Park School is a park located in the Crichton Park neighborhood.
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Ellenvale Jr, High and Brookhouse Elementary School Park
Ellenvale Jr, High and Brookhouse Elementary School Park is a green space in the Woodlawn neighborhood.
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