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 neighbourhood's live music and art scene. Learn about local heritage at landmarks such as 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 accommodation options in the neighbourhood. Here are some of our travellers' favourite places to stay in Downtown Halifax:
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Luxury hotel with restaurant and bar- Free Wi-Fi • a hot tub • Fitness centre • 24-hour front desk • Central location
Prince George Hotel
Hotel with 2 restaurants and indoor pool- Free Wi-Fi • Health club • Bar • Terrace • Central location
Muir, Autograph Collection
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and spa- Free Wi-Fi • Steam room • 24-hour fitness centre • Bar • Attentive staff
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
Luxury hotel with restaurant and bar- Free Wi-Fi • Fitness centre • Garden • 24-hour front desk • Walkable location
Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel
Hotel with 2 restaurants and indoor pool- Free Wi-Fi • a hot tub • 24-hour fitness centre • Bar • Walkable location
How to get to Downtown Halifax
Flying to:
- Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.), 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
- St. Paul's Anglican Church
- Halifax Convention Centre
- St. Mary's Cathedral Basilica
- St Mathew's United Church
Things to do in Downtown Halifax
- Neptune Theatre
- Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
- Art Gallery of Nova Scotia
- Historic Farmers' Market
- C.S.S. Acadia
Other popular Downtown Halifax attractions
- HMCS Sackville
- Alexander Keith's Brewery
- Grand Parade
- Scotiabank Centre
- Halifax Ferry Terminal