{"id":161067,"date":"2026-05-14T19:54:36","date_gmt":"2026-05-14T17:54:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/?p=161067"},"modified":"2026-05-15T13:28:33","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T11:28:33","slug":"halifax-canada-things-to-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/","title":{"rendered":"Halifax, Canada: 8 Things to See &#038; Do + Best Day Trips Around Nova Scotia"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When my mum and I were planning a trip along eastern Canada (after falling in love with <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/western-canada-road-trip-itinerary\/\">western Canada on a road trip<\/a>), Halifax Canada was honestly just a &#8220;stopover&#8221; for me. A city where we&#8217;d land, sleep, and move on. But as with everywhere in Canada, I could have happily stayed a whole week just for the atmosphere. \ud83d\ude05<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Halifax is one of those cities that doesn&#8217;t hit you over the head with monumental landmarks or Instagram-perfect scenery on every corner. Instead, it slowly draws you into its rhythm \u2014 through the smell of freshly cooked lobster on the waterfront, the strum of a street musician&#8217;s guitar on the boardwalk, that first sip of a local IPA in a brewery that&#8217;s over two hundred years old. And before you know it, you&#8217;re sitting in a harbourside pub, watching the sunset over the port, with absolutely no desire to leave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, you&#8217;ll find <strong>8 things to see and do in Halifax Canada<\/strong> \u2014 from the star-shaped Citadel fortress and a museum full of Titanic artefacts to the oldest saltwater ferry in North America. I&#8217;ll also share tips on <strong>the best day trips from Halifax<\/strong> (Peggy&#8217;s Cove and Lunenburg are absolute musts!), where to stay, what to eat, and how much it all costs. Let&#8217;s dive in. \u263a\ufe0f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pristav-s-historickymi-budovami.jpg\" alt=\"Historic buildings on the Halifax waterfront\" class=\"wp-image-159122\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pristav-s-historickymi-budovami.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pristav-s-historickymi-budovami-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pristav-s-historickymi-budovami-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pristav-s-historickymi-budovami-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pristav-s-historickymi-budovami-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#TLDR\" >TL;DR<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#When_to_visit_Halifax_and_how_to_get_there\" >When to visit Halifax and how to get there<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#How_to_get_to_Halifax\" >How to get to Halifax<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#Where_to_stay_in_Halifax_and_how_much_it_costs\" >Where to stay in Halifax and how much it costs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#Our_accommodation_recommendations_in_Halifax\" >Our accommodation recommendations in Halifax<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#Halifax_8_things_to_see_and_do\" >Halifax: 8 things to see and do<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#1_Halifax_Citadel_National_Historic_Site_%E2%80%94_the_fortress_that_still_guards_the_city\" >1. Halifax Citadel National Historic Site \u2014 the fortress that still guards the city<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#2_Halifax_Waterfront_Boardwalk_%E2%80%94_the_heart_of_the_city_on_the_ocean\" >2. Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk \u2014 the heart of the city on the ocean<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#3_Maritime_Museum_of_the_Atlantic_%E2%80%94_Titanic_explosions_and_maritime_history\" >3. Maritime Museum of the Atlantic \u2014 Titanic, explosions, and maritime history<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#4_Halifax_Public_Gardens_%E2%80%94_a_Victorian_oasis_of_calm\" >4. Halifax Public Gardens \u2014 a Victorian oasis of calm<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#5_Canadian_Museum_of_Immigration_at_Pier_21_%E2%80%94_stories_that_stay_with_you\" >5. Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 \u2014 stories that stay with you<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#6_Point_Pleasant_Park_%E2%80%94_where_the_city_ends_and_the_ocean_begins\" >6. Point Pleasant Park \u2014 where the city ends and the ocean begins<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#7_Alexander_Keiths_Nova_Scotia_Brewery_%E2%80%94_a_brewery_over_200_years_old\" >7. Alexander Keith&#8217;s Nova Scotia Brewery \u2014 a brewery over 200 years old<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#8_Alderney_Ferry_and_Dartmouth_%E2%80%94_North_Americas_oldest_saltwater_ferry\" >8. Alderney Ferry and Dartmouth \u2014 North America&#8217;s oldest saltwater ferry<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#Day_trips_from_Halifax_Peggys_Cove_Lunenburg_and_more_Nova_Scotia_gems\" >Day trips from Halifax: Peggy&#8217;s Cove, Lunenburg, and more Nova Scotia gems<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#Peggys_Cove_%E2%80%94_Canadas_most_photographed_lighthouse\" >Peggy&#8217;s Cove \u2014 Canada&#8217;s most photographed lighthouse<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#Lunenburg_%E2%80%94_a_fairytale_UNESCO_town\" >Lunenburg \u2014 a fairytale UNESCO town<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#Mahone_Bay_%E2%80%94_three_churches_by_the_water\" >Mahone Bay \u2014 three churches by the water<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#Cabot_Trail_%E2%80%94_for_the_adventurous_and_those_with_time\" >Cabot Trail \u2014 for the adventurous (and those with time)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#What_to_eat_and_drink_in_Halifax_a_foodie_guide\" >What to eat and drink in Halifax: a foodie guide<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#What_to_try_in_Halifax\" >What to try in Halifax<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#Where_to_eat_%E2%80%94_our_favourite_restaurants\" >Where to eat \u2014 our favourite restaurants<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#Practical_tips_and_final_advice\" >Practical tips and final advice<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#What_to_pack\" >What to pack<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#Flights\" >Flights<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#Car_hire\" >Car hire<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#Accommodation\" >Accommodation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#Travel_insurance\" >Travel insurance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#Mobile_data\" >Mobile data<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#How_much_does_a_week_in_Halifax_cost_for_two\" >How much does a week in Halifax cost (for two)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/halifax-canada-things-to-do\/#Frequently_asked_questions_about_Halifax\" >Frequently asked questions about Halifax<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TLDR\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TL_DR\"><\/span>TL;DR<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Halifax is ideal for 3\u20134 days<\/strong>, but if you want to squeeze in day trips (Peggy&#8217;s Cove, Lunenburg, Cabot Trail), plan for a full week.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The best time to visit is June to October<\/strong> \u2014 summer is perfect, while September and October bring gorgeous fall colours and fewer tourists.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rent a car.<\/strong> You won&#8217;t need one for the city itself, but it&#8217;s essential for exploring Nova Scotia. Peggy&#8217;s Cove is a 50-minute drive and without a car your only option is an expensive taxi ($150 CAD \/ about \u20ac100 one way).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Donair is Halifax&#8217;s official food<\/strong> \u2014 it sounds ridiculous, but it&#8217;s true, and you absolutely have to try one.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Maritime Museum of the Atlantic<\/strong> has a fascinating Titanic exhibition \u2014 Halifax was the city that sent out rescue ships, and most victims are buried here.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Peggy&#8217;s Cove<\/strong> is Canada&#8217;s most photographed lighthouse and well worth a visit, but BEWARE of the slippery rocks by the ocean \u2014 those &#8220;Danger of Death&#8221; signs are there for a very good reason.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lunenburg<\/strong> is a picture-perfect UNESCO town with colourful 18th-century houses \u2014 ideal for a half-day trip.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Budget around \u20ac130\u2013200 per person per day<\/strong> (accommodation, food, admissions) \u2014 restaurants in Halifax are surprisingly reasonable by Canadian standards.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_visit_Halifax_and_how_to_get_there\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_visit_Halifax_and_how_to_get_there\"><\/span>When to visit Halifax and how to get there<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Halifax sits on Canada&#8217;s east coast in the province of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.novascotia.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Nova Scotia<\/a> \u2014 literally &#8220;New Scotland&#8221;, which tells you a fair bit about the weather. It&#8217;s no tropical resort, but summers here are surprisingly pleasant and the seaside-town atmosphere is simply irresistible. Here&#8217;s what to expect and how to get there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The best time to visit<\/strong> is hands-down <strong>June to October<\/strong>. Summer (July\u2013August) brings temperatures around 20\u201325 \u00b0C, long days, and packed patios on the waterfront. If you&#8217;re not a fan of crowds, September and October are absolutely perfect \u2014 fewer tourists, lower prices, and Nova Scotia draped in stunning fall colours that&#8217;ll make you wish you&#8217;d brought a better camera. \ud83d\ude01<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We were there in mid-September and the timing was spot-on \u2014 pleasant 18\u201322 \u00b0C during the day, a jumper and light jacket in the evenings, and just enough visitors at Peggy&#8217;s Cove that we didn&#8217;t have to fight for a photo spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Winter (November\u2013March)<\/strong> is cold, windy, and Nova Scotia gets quite a lot of snow. Halifax still functions in winter, but many attractions are closed or running reduced hours, and day trips become tricky. I&#8217;d give it a miss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Halifax\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Halifax\"><\/span>How to get to Halifax<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are no direct flights from the UK to Halifax, so you&#8217;ll need to connect. The most common routes go via <strong>Toronto<\/strong>, <strong>Montreal<\/strong>, or <strong>London Heathrow<\/strong> with airlines like Air Canada, WestJet, or British Airways. If you&#8217;re connecting through Toronto (and have some time to spare, check out our tips on the <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/niagara-falls-canada-tips\/\">Niagara Falls<\/a>), the total travel time is around 10\u201314 hours including the layover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Search for cheap flights on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiwi.com\/deep?affilid=loudavymkrokem\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Kiwi<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 it&#8217;s our favourite flight search engine and we snagged return tickets to Halifax for about \u20ac700 per person (in September, with one connection). During peak summer, expect to pay around \u20ac850\u20131,100.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From <a href=\"https:\/\/halifaxstanfield.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Halifax Stanfield Airport (YHZ)<\/a>, it takes 30\u201340 minutes to reach the city centre. A taxi costs a flat $63 CAD (about \u20ac43), which is reasonable for two people. There&#8217;s also a bus (Route 320), but it runs infrequently and takes over an hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pick up a rental car right at the airport.<\/strong> If you&#8217;re planning day trips outside Halifax (and you absolutely should), you&#8217;ll need one. We&#8217;ve had consistently great experiences with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentalcars.com\/?affiliateCode=loudavymkrokem\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">RentalCars<\/a><\/strong>, where you can compare prices from dozens of providers in one place. Car hire in Halifax cost us about $55\u201370 CAD\/day (\u20ac38\u201348), which is a good deal for Canada. Book as early as possible \u2014 airport rental agencies sell out fast in summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>TIP on mobile data:<\/strong> To avoid surprise roaming charges in Canada, grab an <strong>eSIM from <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Holafly\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/holafly\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Holafly<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 it works flawlessly, you activate it before you fly, and you&#8217;ve got instant data the moment you land. No faffing around looking for local SIM cards at the airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_stay_in_Halifax_and_how_much_it_costs\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_stay_in_Halifax_and_how_much_it_costs\"><\/span>Where to stay in Halifax and how much it costs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The good news is that Halifax is fairly affordable by Canadian standards. You can find central accommodation at reasonable prices, and if you visit outside peak summer, you&#8217;ll save even more. Most attractions are concentrated in the centre and along the waterfront, so ideally stay within walking distance of the harbour \u2014 you&#8217;ll save on transport and can stroll down to the boardwalk for an evening drink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Booking.com\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/booking-com\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Booking.com<\/a> is our favourite hotel search engine<\/strong> and it&#8217;s what we used in Halifax too. Here&#8217;s what to expect price-wise in summer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Budget (hostel\/Airbnb):<\/strong> $80\u2013120 CAD\/night (\u20ac55\u201382)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mid-range (3\u2605 hotel):<\/strong> $150\u2013220 CAD\/night (\u20ac103\u2013150)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Luxury (4\u20135\u2605 hotel):<\/strong> $250\u2013400+ CAD\/night (\u20ac170\u2013275+)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_accommodation_recommendations_in_Halifax\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_accommodation_recommendations_in_Halifax\"><\/span>Our accommodation recommendations in Halifax<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&amp;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&amp;campaign=post-128933&amp;hotelname=The%20Hollis%20Halifax%20%E2%80%94%20a%20DoubleTree%20Suites%20by%20Hilton&amp;address=Halifax%2C%20Kanada\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">The Hollis Halifax \u2014 a DoubleTree Suites by Hilton<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 this was our pick and we had zero regrets. Brilliant location right in the centre, a few minutes&#8217; walk to the waterfront, clean and spacious rooms with a basic kitchenette. We paid around $180 CAD (about \u20ac123) per night, and for the location and quality, it was an excellent choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&amp;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&amp;campaign=post-128933&amp;hotelname=Muir%2C%20Autograph%20Collection&amp;address=Halifax%2C%20Kanada\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Muir, Autograph Collection<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 if you fancy something more upscale, Muir is a gorgeous boutique hotel right on Queen&#8217;s Marque by the waterfront. Stunning design, harbour views, and a fantastic restaurant. Prices start around $350 CAD\/night (\u20ac240), but it&#8217;s worth every penny for the experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&amp;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&amp;campaign=post-128933&amp;hotelname=Halifax%20Backpackers%20Hostel&amp;address=Halifax%2C%20Kanada\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Halifax Backpackers Hostel<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 for those on a tighter budget. A dorm bed from $45 CAD (\u20ac31), private room around $110 CAD (\u20ac75). Great location near the Citadel, clean, and friendly staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>TIP:<\/strong> Don&#8217;t stress about being &#8220;too far&#8221; from anything in Halifax \u2014 the centre is compact and you can walk to everything important in 20\u201330 minutes. Stay anywhere between the Citadel and the waterfront and you&#8217;ll be perfectly sorted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Halifax_8_things_to_see_and_do\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Halifax_8_things_to_see_and_do\"><\/span>Halifax: 8 things to see and do<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;d like to book activities in Halifax ahead of time (guided tours, Peggy&#8217;s Cove trips, harbour cruises), have a look at the selection on <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"GetYourGuide\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/getyourguide\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">GetYourGuide<\/a> \u2014 it&#8217;s easy to book and most activities offer free cancellation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s take a look at 8 things to see and do in Halifax. The city may be compact, but it&#8217;s surprisingly rich in attractions and atmosphere \u2014 from historic fortresses and Titanic museum exhibits to gorgeous Victorian gardens and tastings at a 200-year-old brewery. You can cover most of these on foot, which is one of the best things about Halifax \u2014 just let the city carry you along and explore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Halifax_Citadel_National_Historic_Site_%E2%80%94_the_fortress_that_still_guards_the_city\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Halifax_Citadel_National_Historic_Site_the_fortress_that_still_guards_the_city\"><\/span>1. Halifax Citadel National Historic Site \u2014 the fortress that still guards the city<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/skotsky-dudak-v-ceremonialu.jpg\" alt=\"Scottish bagpiper in ceremonial dress at the Halifax Citadel\" class=\"wp-image-159123\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/skotsky-dudak-v-ceremonialu.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/skotsky-dudak-v-ceremonialu-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/skotsky-dudak-v-ceremonialu-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/skotsky-dudak-v-ceremonialu-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/skotsky-dudak-v-ceremonialu-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When someone says Halifax, most people picture the Citadel \u2014 an enormous star-shaped fortress perched on a hill above the city, visible from practically anywhere. And I have to say, it blew us away far more than we expected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The fortress you see today is actually the fourth one built on this spot (the first stood here as early as 1749), completed in 1856. Inside, you&#8217;ll meet soldiers in period uniforms who, with perfectly deadpan British humour, explain what life was like here during wartime. And every day at <strong>precisely noon, they fire the cannon<\/strong> \u2014 a tradition dating back to 1857. We had no idea, happened to be standing on the bastions at the time, and nearly jumped out of our skin. Luk\u00e1\u0161 pretended he knew all about it, but he definitely didn&#8217;t. \ud83d\ude05<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Admission is $11.70 CAD (about \u20ac8) for adults, and children under 17 get in free. Check the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pc.gc.ca\/en\/lhn-nhs\/ns\/halifax\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">official Parks Canada website<\/a> for current information. Allow roughly 1.5\u20132 hours for your visit. The views from the bastions over the city, harbour, and Dartmouth across the bay are stunning \u2014 it&#8217;s probably the best spot in Halifax to get your bearings, since you can see practically everything from up here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>TIP:<\/strong> Head here in the morning, ideally around 11:30, so you catch the noon cannon firing. And wear comfortable shoes \u2014 there are plenty of stairs and hills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Halifax_Waterfront_Boardwalk_%E2%80%94_the_heart_of_the_city_on_the_ocean\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Halifax_Waterfront_Boardwalk_the_heart_of_the_city_on_the_ocean\"><\/span>2. Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk \u2014 the heart of the city on the ocean<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pristav-s-kanadskou-vlajkou.jpg\" alt=\"Halifax waterfront with a Canadian flag\" class=\"wp-image-159124\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pristav-s-kanadskou-vlajkou.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pristav-s-kanadskou-vlajkou-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pristav-s-kanadskou-vlajkou-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pristav-s-kanadskou-vlajkou-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pristav-s-kanadskou-vlajkou-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Waterfront Boardwalk is probably the first thing anyone in Halifax will recommend \u2014 and rightly so. It&#8217;s a nearly <strong>4-kilometre-long promenade<\/strong> along the harbour that serves as the city&#8217;s living room. Locals jog here in the morning, eat lunch on the benches at noon, and sip beers on the patios overlooking the harbour in the evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Along the boardwalk you&#8217;ll find shops, galleries, restaurants, museums, and in summer there are various markets and festivals. We easily spent a couple of hours just wandering, sampling street food, and watching the boats. The atmosphere is incredibly laid-back \u2014 no stress, no crowds (unless you happen to be in Halifax during cruise ship season, when massive liners dock and the city turns into an ant colony for a few hours).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Worth mentioning is the new <strong>Queen&#8217;s Marque<\/strong> quarter at the southern end of the boardwalk \u2014 a modern complex with hotels, restaurants, and public space right on the water. It&#8217;s a bit of a contrast to the historic fishing harbour, but it works surprisingly well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The boardwalk is free<\/strong> and accessible 24 hours a day. It&#8217;s at its best at sunset \u2014 grab a beer, sit on the dock, and just watch. What more do you need? \u263a\ufe0f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Maritime_Museum_of_the_Atlantic_%E2%80%94_Titanic_explosions_and_maritime_history\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Maritime_Museum_of_the_Atlantic_Titanic_explosions_and_maritime_history\"><\/span>3. Maritime Museum of the Atlantic \u2014 Titanic, explosions, and maritime history<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-0-budova-maritime-museum-of-the-atlantic-na-halifaxskem-nabrez.jpg\" alt=\"Maritime Museum of the Atlantic building on the Halifax waterfront\" class=\"wp-image-160801\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-0-budova-maritime-museum-of-the-atlantic-na-halifaxskem-nabrez.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-0-budova-maritime-museum-of-the-atlantic-na-halifaxskem-nabrez-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-0-budova-maritime-museum-of-the-atlantic-na-halifaxskem-nabrez-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-0-budova-maritime-museum-of-the-atlantic-na-halifaxskem-nabrez-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-0-budova-maritime-museum-of-the-atlantic-na-halifaxskem-nabrez-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-0-budova-maritime-museum-of-the-atlantic-na-halifaxskem-nabrez-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-0-budova-maritime-museum-of-the-atlantic-na-halifaxskem-nabrez-696x522.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: No machine-readable author provided. Phobophile~commonswiki assumed (based on co \/ CC BY-SA 3.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This museum genuinely surprised me. I was expecting your typical regional museum \u2014 a few model ships, dusty exhibits, and a bored guide. Instead, we spent nearly three hours absorbed in fascinating exhibitions that quite literally told us stories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Titanic exhibition<\/strong> drew us in the most. What most people don&#8217;t realise is that when the Titanic sank in April 1912, it was <strong>ships from Halifax<\/strong> that sailed out to recover bodies from the ocean. Most of the victims are buried in three cemeteries in Halifax \u2014 and in the museum you&#8217;ll see genuine artefacts pulled from the sea, including a wooden deckchair that allegedly inspired that famous film scene (yes, the one where Rose and Jack can&#8217;t both fit on the door \u2014 and no, the museum neither confirms nor denies this theory \ud83d\ude01).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The second gripping exhibition covers the <strong>Halifax Explosion of 1917<\/strong> \u2014 the largest man-made explosion before Hiroshima. A French ship loaded with munitions collided with a Belgian vessel in the harbour, and the blast levelled an entire neighbourhood. Nearly 2,000 people died and 9,000 were injured. It&#8217;s a story I knew nothing about, and the museum tells it with incredible sensitivity and power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Admission is $11 CAD<\/strong> (about \u20ac7.50) for adults. Check the <a href=\"https:\/\/maritimemuseum.novascotia.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Maritime Museum of the Atlantic website<\/a> for current opening hours. In summer (June\u2013October) it&#8217;s open daily; in winter, Tuesday to Saturday only. It&#8217;s right on the waterfront boardwalk, so you can easily combine it with a stroll.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Halifax_Public_Gardens_%E2%80%94_a_Victorian_oasis_of_calm\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Halifax_Public_Gardens_a_Victorian_oasis_of_calm\"><\/span>4. Halifax Public Gardens \u2014 a Victorian oasis of calm<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"825\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-1-viktoriansky-altan-v-halifax-public-gardens.jpg\" alt=\"Victorian bandstand in Halifax Public Gardens\" class=\"wp-image-160803\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-1-viktoriansky-altan-v-halifax-public-gardens.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-1-viktoriansky-altan-v-halifax-public-gardens-300x206.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-1-viktoriansky-altan-v-halifax-public-gardens-700x481.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-1-viktoriansky-altan-v-halifax-public-gardens-768x528.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-1-viktoriansky-altan-v-halifax-public-gardens-696x479.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Hayden Soloviev \/ CC BY 4.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Right in the middle of the bustling city lies <strong>16 acres<\/strong> (about 6.5 hectares) of gorgeous Victorian gardens that have been open to the public since 1867. And it&#8217;s every bit as enchanting as it sounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Halifax Public Gardens are considered one of the finest Victorian gardens in North America \u2014 and I completely believe it. Wrought-iron gates, stone fountains, gazebos, ancient trees, and in summer a riot of flowers that you don&#8217;t know where to look first. On Sundays there&#8217;s live music in the bandstand and locals come for picnics, to read a book, or simply to sit and be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We popped in for a quick visit and ended up staying an hour. Luk\u00e1\u0161 lay down on the grass and refused to get up because, as he put it, &#8220;finally somewhere with no admission fee and nowhere we have to rush off to.&#8221; He had a point \u2014 the gardens are <strong>completely free<\/strong> and open from spring to autumn (they close for winter, roughly November\u2013April).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>TIP:<\/strong> The gardens are beautiful at any time of day, but mornings are quietest and the light is loveliest for photos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Canadian_Museum_of_Immigration_at_Pier_21_%E2%80%94_stories_that_stay_with_you\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Canadian_Museum_of_Immigration_at_Pier_21_stories_that_stay_with_you\"><\/span>5. Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 \u2014 stories that stay with you<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-2-cihlova-budova-pier-21-v-halifaxu.jpg\" alt=\"Brick building of Pier 21 in Halifax\" class=\"wp-image-160804\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-2-cihlova-budova-pier-21-v-halifaxu.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-2-cihlova-budova-pier-21-v-halifaxu-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-2-cihlova-budova-pier-21-v-halifaxu-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-2-cihlova-budova-pier-21-v-halifaxu-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-2-cihlova-budova-pier-21-v-halifaxu-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Janayna Velozo \/ CC BY 2.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Pier 21 is the place where, between 1928 and 1971, <strong>nearly one million immigrants<\/strong> entered Canada. It&#8217;s Canada&#8217;s answer to Ellis Island \u2014 and the museum that stands here today is one of the most emotionally powerful places we&#8217;ve ever visited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The exhibitions walk you through the stories of people who arrived with a suitcase and a hope \u2014 war refugees, British children evacuated during the Blitz, families searching for a fresh start. Interactive displays let you search specific names in databases and view original documents. Many Canadians come here to trace the stories of their grandparents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Admission is $12.50 CAD<\/strong> (about \u20ac8.50) for adults. More information on the <a href=\"https:\/\/pier21.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">official Pier 21 website<\/a>. The museum is at the southern end of the waterfront, near the cruise ship terminal. Allow 1\u20132 hours for your visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Point_Pleasant_Park_%E2%80%94_where_the_city_ends_and_the_ocean_begins\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Point_Pleasant_Park_where_the_city_ends_and_the_ocean_begins\"><\/span>6. Point Pleasant Park \u2014 where the city ends and the ocean begins<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-3-altan-a-cesta-k-oceanu-v-point-pleasant-park-v-halifaxu.jpg\" alt=\"Gazebo and path to the ocean in Point Pleasant Park, Halifax\" class=\"wp-image-160806\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-3-altan-a-cesta-k-oceanu-v-point-pleasant-park-v-halifaxu.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-3-altan-a-cesta-k-oceanu-v-point-pleasant-park-v-halifaxu-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-3-altan-a-cesta-k-oceanu-v-point-pleasant-park-v-halifaxu-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-3-altan-a-cesta-k-oceanu-v-point-pleasant-park-v-halifaxu-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-3-altan-a-cesta-k-oceanu-v-point-pleasant-park-v-halifaxu-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-3-altan-a-cesta-k-oceanu-v-point-pleasant-park-v-halifaxu-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-3-altan-a-cesta-k-oceanu-v-point-pleasant-park-v-halifaxu-696x522.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: KMW2700 from Edmonton, Canada \/ CC BY-SA 2.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>At the southern tip of the Halifax peninsula lies <strong>Point Pleasant Park<\/strong> \u2014 over 75 hectares of forest trails, beaches, old military fortifications, and views of the open ocean. It&#8217;s where Haligonians go to walk their dogs, run, and simply breathe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We spent an entire afternoon here and it was exactly what we needed after two days of museums and restaurants. The trails wind through dense forest, then suddenly you emerge onto the shoreline with the Atlantic stretching out as far as the eye can see. There are a few interesting historical ruins too \u2014 remnants of fortifications from the Napoleonic wars and the Second World War.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Admission is free.<\/strong> The park is open year-round and is popular with locals, so you&#8217;ll meet more Haligonians than tourists. From the city centre it&#8217;s a 20\u201325-minute walk or a quick bus ride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>TIP:<\/strong> Bring a rain jacket or windproof layer \u2014 the southern end of the park by the ocean can be seriously breezy, even when it&#8217;s calm in the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Alexander_Keiths_Nova_Scotia_Brewery_%E2%80%94_a_brewery_over_200_years_old\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Alexander_Keiths_Nova_Scotia_Brewery_a_brewery_over_200_years_old\"><\/span>7. Alexander Keith&#8217;s Nova Scotia Brewery \u2014 a brewery over 200 years old<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/maskat-krava-s-pivem.jpg\" alt=\"Mascot with beer at a Halifax brewery\" class=\"wp-image-159125\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/maskat-krava-s-pivem.jpg 800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/maskat-krava-s-pivem-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/maskat-krava-s-pivem-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/maskat-krava-s-pivem-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/maskat-krava-s-pivem-696x1044.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re a fan of beer (and who isn&#8217;t? \ud83d\ude09), Alexander Keith&#8217;s is a compulsory stop. The brewery has been operating since <strong>1820<\/strong> and is one of the oldest in North America. And the tour is\u2026 well, let&#8217;s just say they don&#8217;t take themselves too seriously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The tour takes you through the brewery&#8217;s history via actors in period costumes playing characters from the 19th century. It&#8217;s a bit theatrical, a bit cheesy, but surprisingly good fun \u2014 and at the end you get a <strong>tasting of three beers<\/strong> including seasonal specials you can&#8217;t find anywhere else. Luk\u00e1\u0161 was over the moon; I fell for their India Pale Ale, which is lighter and more refreshing than most IPAs I&#8217;ve tried.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The tour costs $24 CAD<\/strong> (about \u20ac16) per person and lasts around an hour. Book ahead, especially in summer \u2014 it fills up quickly. The brewery is in the lower part of town, a short walk from the waterfront.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Alderney_Ferry_and_Dartmouth_%E2%80%94_North_Americas_oldest_saltwater_ferry\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Alderney_Ferry_and_Dartmouth_North_Americas_oldest_saltwater_ferry\"><\/span>8. Alderney Ferry and Dartmouth \u2014 North America&#8217;s oldest saltwater ferry<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"797\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-4-privozy-mezi-halifaxem-a-dartmouthem-v-halifaxskem-zalivu.jpg\" alt=\"Ferries between Halifax and Dartmouth in Halifax Harbour\" class=\"wp-image-160808\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-4-privozy-mezi-halifaxem-a-dartmouthem-v-halifaxskem-zalivu.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-4-privozy-mezi-halifaxem-a-dartmouthem-v-halifaxskem-zalivu-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-4-privozy-mezi-halifaxem-a-dartmouthem-v-halifaxskem-zalivu-700x465.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-4-privozy-mezi-halifaxem-a-dartmouthem-v-halifaxskem-zalivu-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128933-4-privozy-mezi-halifaxem-a-dartmouthem-v-halifaxskem-zalivu-696x462.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Nicole Bratt from San Francisco, CA, USA \/ CC BY-SA 2.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a tip you won&#8217;t find in many guidebooks, but we absolutely loved it. The <strong>Alderney Ferry<\/strong> is a public ferry connecting Halifax to the city of Dartmouth across the harbour \u2014 and it&#8217;s the <strong>oldest continuously operating saltwater ferry in North America<\/strong> (since 1752!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The crossing takes about 12 minutes and costs just <strong>$2.75 CAD<\/strong> (about \u20ac1.90) \u2014 for that price you get a mini harbour cruise with gorgeous views of the Halifax waterfront, the Citadel, and the port. Honestly, we didn&#8217;t find a better value-for-money experience anywhere in Halifax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the Dartmouth side, you&#8217;ll find a pleasant town with caf\u00e9s, parks, and the lovely <strong>Dartmouth Waterfront Trail<\/strong>. Pop into <strong>Two If By Sea Cafe<\/strong> for their legendary croissants (locals speak about them with religious fervour) and take a stroll along the promenade with views back across to Halifax. The whole Dartmouth excursion takes 2\u20133 hours and is absolutely worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_trips_from_Halifax_Peggys_Cove_Lunenburg_and_more_Nova_Scotia_gems\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_trips_from_Halifax_Peggys_Cove_Lunenburg_and_more_Nova_Scotia_gems\"><\/span>Day trips from Halifax: Peggy&#8217;s Cove, Lunenburg, and more Nova Scotia gems<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Halifax is brilliant on its own, but the real magic of Nova Scotia starts beyond the city limits. Rocky coastlines, picturesque fishing villages, colourful houses, and lighthouses straight off a postcard \u2014 all within an hour or two&#8217;s drive from Halifax. Here are the day trips you absolutely shouldn&#8217;t miss. And I&#8217;ll say it again \u2014 <strong>rent a car<\/strong>, because without one you simply can&#8217;t reach these places (unless you book an organised tour at $150\u2013200 CAD, about \u20ac100\u2013137 per person).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Peggys_Cove_%E2%80%94_Canadas_most_photographed_lighthouse\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Peggys_Cove_Canadas_most_photographed_lighthouse\"><\/span>Peggy&#8217;s Cove \u2014 Canada&#8217;s most photographed lighthouse<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Peggy&#8217;s Cove is exactly what you picture when someone says &#8220;Atlantic coastline&#8221; \u2014 a red-and-white lighthouse standing on enormous granite boulders, surrounded by wild ocean and wind that blows straight into your soul. It&#8217;s <strong>Canada&#8217;s most photographed spot<\/strong> and I completely understand why.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The village of Peggy&#8217;s Cove is about a <strong>50-minute drive<\/strong> from central Halifax and it&#8217;s tiny \u2014 a few dozen houses, fishing sheds, one souvenir shop, and that famous lighthouse. You can walk the whole thing in 20 minutes, but you&#8217;ll want to stay much longer because the atmosphere is simply magical. The granite rocks around the lighthouse look as if they were sculpted by a giant \u2014 smooth, undulating, grey. And the ocean pounds them relentlessly with waves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>BUT \u2014 and I cannot stress this enough \u2014 be careful on the rocks.<\/strong> They look harmless, but when a wave hits, they become lethally slippery. There are tragic accidents here every year when tourists are swept off by waves. The &#8220;Danger of Death&#8221; signs are not decoration. Stay above the line marked on the rocks, please.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Arrive either early in the morning (before 9:00) or late afternoon \u2014 during the day, especially in summer, crowds from cruise ships can be overwhelming. We got there around 8 AM and had the place nearly to ourselves. <strong>Entry is free<\/strong>, and so is parking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lunenburg_%E2%80%94_a_fairytale_UNESCO_town\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lunenburg_a_fairytale_UNESCO_town\"><\/span>Lunenburg \u2014 a fairytale UNESCO town<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you only have time for one trip outside Halifax in Nova Scotia, make it <strong>Lunenburg<\/strong>. This charming little town, about an <strong>hour and a quarter&#8217;s drive<\/strong> from Halifax, is a <strong>UNESCO World Heritage Site<\/strong> and one of the best-preserved examples of British colonial town planning in North America.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What does that mean in practice? Colourful wooden houses from the 18th and 19th centuries lined along hilly streets, a beautiful harbour full of sailboats and fishing vessels, and an atmosphere that feels like stepping back in time. Lunenburg was founded in 1753 and you can still feel that distinctive blend of British colonial elegance and rugged maritime life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wander down the <strong>main street<\/strong> with its galleries, caf\u00e9s, and shops. Visit the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/fisheriesmuseum.novascotia.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic<\/a><\/strong> ($15 CAD \/ about \u20ac10), where you&#8217;ll learn about the fishing industry&#8217;s history and see a replica of the famous schooner Bluenose (the one on the Canadian ten-cent coin, even if you probably didn&#8217;t know that). And most importantly \u2014 <strong>have the lobster.<\/strong> Lunenburg is a fishing town and the seafood here is incredibly fresh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We spent half a day here and it was one of the highlights of our entire Nova Scotia trip. The town is photogenic from every angle, and in September there were pleasantly few tourists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mahone_Bay_%E2%80%94_three_churches_by_the_water\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mahone_Bay_three_churches_by_the_water\"><\/span>Mahone Bay \u2014 three churches by the water<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On your way to or from Lunenburg, stop at <strong>Mahone Bay<\/strong> \u2014 a small town famous for its iconic view of <strong>three churches<\/strong> standing side by side at the water&#8217;s edge. This image graces millions of postcards, and I have to say it looks even lovelier in person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mahone Bay itself is small and an hour is enough to see it \u2014 stroll down the main street, browse the local shops selling handmade candles and pottery, and grab a coffee with harbour views. Think of it as a pleasant stop rather than a standalone destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cabot_Trail_%E2%80%94_for_the_adventurous_and_those_with_time\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cabot_Trail_for_the_adventurous_and_those_with_time\"><\/span>Cabot Trail \u2014 for the adventurous (and those with time)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have more time in Nova Scotia (ideally 2\u20133 extra days), the <strong>Cabot Trail<\/strong> on Cape Breton Island is one of the most beautiful scenic drives in all of North America. 298 kilometres of roads winding along dramatic coastline, through the mountains of Cape Breton Highlands National Park, and past charming fishing villages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From Halifax, it&#8217;s about a <strong>4-hour drive<\/strong> to Cape Breton, so this isn&#8217;t a day trip \u2014 plan for 2\u20133 nights along the route. But if you have the time, it&#8217;s an utterly unforgettable experience. We didn&#8217;t manage it and still regret it to this day \u2014 it&#8217;ll be the reason we return to Nova Scotia. \u263a\ufe0f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_eat_and_drink_in_Halifax_a_foodie_guide\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_eat_and_drink_in_Halifax_a_foodie_guide\"><\/span>What to eat and drink in Halifax: a foodie guide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/daves-lobster-restaurace.jpg\" alt=\"Dave&#039;s Lobster restaurant on the Halifax waterfront\" class=\"wp-image-159126\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/daves-lobster-restaurace.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/daves-lobster-restaurace-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/daves-lobster-restaurace-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/daves-lobster-restaurace-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/daves-lobster-restaurace-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Halifax is a city where the food is surprisingly good \u2014 and reasonably priced (at least by Canadian standards). The seafood is incredibly fresh, the local craft beer scene is thriving, and one dish here has even earned the status of official city food. Here&#8217;s a rundown of what you must try and where to find the best of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_try_in_Halifax\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_try_in_Halifax\"><\/span>What to try in Halifax<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Lobster<\/strong> \u2014 No surprise here, but lobster is king in Nova Scotia. Fresh, boiled, served in a bun as a <strong>lobster roll<\/strong>, or simply whole on a plate with melted butter. You can pick up a lobster roll from $20 CAD (about \u20ac14) at stalls on the waterfront; in a restaurant expect $25\u201335 CAD (\u20ac17\u201324). A whole lobster in a restaurant runs $35\u201355 CAD (\u20ac24\u201338) depending on the season and size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Donair<\/strong> \u2014 And now for the main event: the donair is <strong>Halifax&#8217;s official city food<\/strong>. Yes, really. Since 2015. It&#8217;s similar to a doner kebab, but with a unique sweet sauce made from condensed milk, sugar, and garlic. Sounds odd? It&#8217;s completely addictive. \ud83d\ude05 The best donair in Halifax is reportedly at <strong>King of Donair<\/strong> (yes, that&#8217;s really what it&#8217;s called) or <strong>Tony&#8217;s Pizza<\/strong>. A donair costs around $10\u201315 CAD (\u20ac7\u201310).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Seafood chowder<\/strong> \u2014 A creamy fish soup loaded with chunks of lobster, shrimp, and mussels. Every restaurant has its own recipe and locals argue endlessly about who makes the best one. We had an excellent version at Salty&#8217;s on the waterfront \u2014 thick, packed with seafood, with crumbled bacon on top. Around $15\u201318 CAD (\u20ac10\u201312) a bowl.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fish &amp; chips<\/strong> \u2014 A classic that&#8217;s non-negotiable in a seaside city. Fresh cod or haddock in beer batter, chips, and coleslaw. Simple. Perfect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Local craft beers<\/strong> \u2014 Halifax has a fantastic craft beer scene. Besides Alexander Keith&#8217;s, try <strong>Garrison Brewing<\/strong> (right on the waterfront, with a taproom overlooking the harbour) or <strong>Good Robot Brewing<\/strong> (a bit hipster, a bit quirky, but the beers are excellent).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_eat_%E2%80%94_our_favourite_restaurants\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_eat_our_favourite_restaurants\"><\/span>Where to eat \u2014 our favourite restaurants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Bicycle Thief<\/strong> \u2014 An Italian restaurant on the waterfront that&#8217;s probably the best-known eatery in Halifax. Superb pastas, seafood, and atmosphere. Mains $25\u201345 CAD (\u20ac17\u201331). Book ahead \u2014 it gets packed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bar Kismet<\/strong> \u2014 A family-run place near the centre that completely won us over. Seafood and pastas prepared with love and creativity. The menu changes with the season and ingredient availability. Expect $30\u201350 CAD (\u20ac21\u201334) per person for food without drinks. Again \u2014 <strong>book ahead<\/strong>; it&#8217;s a small spot and always full.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Salty&#8217;s on the Waterfront<\/strong> \u2014 A classic Halifax restaurant right on the boardwalk with harbour views. This is where we had that amazing chowder, and Luk\u00e1\u0161 ordered a whole lobster and looked like a kid at Christmas. Mid-range pricing, mains $22\u201340 CAD (\u20ac15\u201327).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Old Triangle Irish Alehouse<\/strong> \u2014 If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, live music, and solid fish &amp; chips at reasonable prices ($16\u201320 CAD \/ \u20ac11\u201314), this is your place. An Irish pub with a Canadian heart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>TIP:<\/strong> If you&#8217;re in Halifax on a Saturday morning, head to the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.halifaxfarmersmarket.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Halifax Seaport Farmers&#8217; Market<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 it&#8217;s the oldest farmers&#8217; market in North America (running since 1750!) and you&#8217;ll find local cheeses, baked goods, preserves, and street food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_tips_and_final_advice\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_tips_and_final_advice\"><\/span>Practical tips and final advice<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you head to Halifax, here are a few more practical details that&#8217;ll come in handy. From experience, I know it&#8217;s these &#8220;boring&#8221; bits that can save you the most money and hassle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_pack\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_pack\"><\/span>What to pack<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For a detailed guide, check out our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/carry-on-packing-tips\/\">how to pack carry-on only<\/a>. Halifax is a coastal city and the weather changes fast \u2014 sunshine in the morning, wind in the afternoon, drizzle by evening. <strong>Layers are key.<\/strong> Don&#8217;t forget:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A lightweight waterproof jacket or rain mac (absolutely essential for Peggy&#8217;s Cove!)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comfortable <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/how-choose-hiking-boots\/\">walking shoes<\/a> \u2014 you&#8217;ll be doing a lot of walking in Halifax, and the terrain at Point Pleasant Park and on the rocks at Peggy&#8217;s Cove is uneven<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A jumper or fleece for evenings \u2014 even in summer it gets chilly after dark<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sunglasses and sunscreen \u2014 the glare off the water and wind is deceptive<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Flights\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Flights\"><\/span>Flights<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Search for cheap flights on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiwi.com\/deep?affilid=loudavymkrokem\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Kiwi<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 it&#8217;s our go-to flight search engine and we regularly find flights to Canada at significantly lower prices than elsewhere. From the UK to Halifax, expect one connection (most commonly via Toronto, Montreal, or a transatlantic hub). Return flights in peak season come to around \u20ac700\u20131,100 per person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Car_hire\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Car_hire\"><\/span>Car hire<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;ll say it a third time because it matters: <strong>you need a car for trips outside Halifax.<\/strong> We&#8217;ve had consistently good experiences with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentalcars.com\/?affiliateCode=loudavymkrokem\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">RentalCars<\/a><\/strong>, where you can compare prices from dozens of providers in one place. We hired a car at Halifax airport for $55\u201370 CAD\/day (\u20ac38\u201348). Petrol in Canada is cheaper than in Europe, around $1.50\u20131.70 CAD per litre (roughly \u20ac1.00\u20131.15).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Accommodation\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Accommodation\"><\/span>Accommodation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Booking.com\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/booking-com\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Booking.com<\/a> is our favourite hotel search engine<\/strong> \u2014 clear, reliable, and we&#8217;ve always found great accommodation in Halifax at fair prices. I&#8217;d recommend booking at least 2\u20133 months in advance if you&#8217;re visiting in summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Travel_insurance\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Travel_insurance\"><\/span>Travel insurance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whatever you do, <strong>don&#8217;t travel to Canada without travel insurance<\/strong> \u2014 healthcare for tourists is eye-wateringly expensive. A single A&#038;E visit could set you back thousands of dollars. For longer trips we recommend <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/safetywing-travel-insurance-review\/\">SafetyWing<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 it&#8217;s travel insurance designed for nomads and travellers, with reasonable prices and excellent coverage. You can even sign up after you&#8217;ve already left home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mobile_data\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mobile_data\"><\/span>Mobile data<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As I mentioned above, grab an <strong>eSIM from <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Holafly\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/holafly\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Holafly<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 in Canada you&#8217;ll need data for navigation (especially on drives outside the city), Google Maps, and translation. Activation is simple, you do it before you leave home, and you&#8217;re connected the moment you land.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_a_week_in_Halifax_cost_for_two\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_a_week_in_Halifax_cost_for_two\"><\/span>How much does a week in Halifax cost (for two)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s a rough budget for 7 nights for two people (mid-range):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Accommodation:<\/strong> 7 \u00d7 $180 CAD = $1,260 CAD (about \u20ac860)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Food (restaurants + occasional self-catering):<\/strong> $70\u2013100 CAD\/day = $490\u2013700 CAD (\u20ac335\u2013480)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Car hire (4 days for day trips):<\/strong> 4 \u00d7 $60 CAD = $240 CAD (\u20ac164)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Petrol:<\/strong> $80 CAD (\u20ac55)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Admissions and activities:<\/strong> $150 CAD (\u20ac103)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Total:<\/strong> approximately $2,220\u20132,430 CAD, or roughly <strong>\u20ac1,520\u20131,660 for two<\/strong> (\u20ac760\u2013830 per person)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>That&#8217;s without flights. This is for a mid-range trip \u2014 you can save on accommodation (Airbnb, hostels) and food (self-catering), or spend more on upscale hotels and restaurants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions_about_Halifax\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions_about_Halifax\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions about Halifax<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are answers to the most common questions we get from readers about travelling to Halifax and Nova Scotia.<\/p>\n\n\n<!-- LK_FAQ_PLACEHOLDER -->\n\n\n<p><em>Halifax surprised us, charmed us, and left us longing to come back \u2014 next time for longer, with the Cabot Trail on the itinerary. If you&#8217;re looking for a corner of Canada that isn&#8217;t overrun with tourists, where the food is fantastic, where history is around every corner, and where the ocean smells like freedom, Nova Scotia is your place. 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