What's Downtown Halifax Like?
Visitors really like Downtown Halifax, especially its museums, waterfront, and restaurants. You can take some time to enjoy this walkable neighborhood's live music and art scene. Learn about local heritage at landmarks like Historic Properties and Halifax Citadel. There's plenty more to see, including Neptune Theatre and Maritime Museum of the Atlantic.
Where are the Best Places to Stay in Downtown Halifax?
We have 61 accommodations in the neighborhood. Here are some of our travelers' top places to stay in Downtown Halifax:
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Luxury hotel with restaurant, bar- Free WiFi • Spa tub • Fitness center • 24-hour front desk • Central location
Prince George Hotel
Hotel with 2 restaurants, indoor pool- Free WiFi • Health club • Bar • Terrace • Central location
Muir, Autograph Collection
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants, spa- Free WiFi • Steam room • 24-hour fitness center • Bar • Attentive staff
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
Luxury hotel with restaurant, bar- Free WiFi • Fitness center • Garden • 24-hour front desk • Walkable location
Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel
Hotel with 2 restaurants, indoor pool- Free WiFi • Spa tub • 24-hour fitness center • Bar • Walkable location
How to Get to Downtown Halifax
Flying to:
- Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ), 16.9 mi (27.1 km) from Downtown Halifax
Things to See and Do in and around Downtown Halifax
What to See in Downtown Halifax
- Province House
- Halifax Convention Centre
- St. Mary's Cathedral Basilica
- Spring Garden Road Memorial Public Library
- Grand Parade
Things to Do in Downtown Halifax
- Neptune Theatre
- Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
- Art Gallery of Nova Scotia
- Historic Farmers' Market
- Alexander Keith's Brewery
Other Popular Downtown Halifax Attractions
- Scotiabank Centre
- Halifax Ferry Terminal
- Victoria Park
- Historic Properties
- Scotia Square