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Halifax - History and culture

Things to Do: History and culture

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 51 attractions in Halifax

Experience an exciting part of Canada's history by visiting this 18th-century fort with a sweeping view of downtown Halifax.

Attraction type: Historic site; Military museum; Lookout
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 51 attractions in Halifax

Immerse yourself in the rich marine history depicted by this museum's vast collection from binnacles and buoys to anchors and armaments.

Attraction type: History museum; Military museum; Maritime museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 51 attractions in Halifax

Oldest provincial Parliament building still in use in Canada; a visit to its legislative library is recommended.

Attraction type: Government building; Architectural building; Historic site
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 51 attractions in Halifax

Plan a visit to this national testament to the Canadian immigration experience, which pays tribute to the citizens of Canada who have enriched this culturally diverse country.

Attraction type: History museum; Historic site
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 51 attractions in Halifax

Although this island is not inhabited by permanent residents, it offers hiking and a historic fort and lighthouse.

Attraction type: Island
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #8 of 51 attractions in Halifax

The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, located at 1723 Hollis Street, acts as a gateway for the visual arts in Atlantic Canada by bringing the art of the world to Nova Scotia and the art of Nova Scotia to...

Attraction type: Art gallery; Art museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #13 of 51 attractions in Halifax

hrough its exhibitions and programs, the Gallery functions as a visual arts resource for Mount Saint Vincent University, communities served by the University, Metro Halifax residents and art publics everywhere. Admission is always free of charge.

Attraction type: Art gallery
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #14 of 51 attractions in Halifax

Built from timbers brought by sea from Boston in 1749, this historic site was the cathedral of the first Anglican bishop of Nova Scotia.

Attraction type: Religious site
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #16 of 51 attractions in Halifax

Now open to the public as a memorial, this ship was used in World War II to escort convoys.

Attraction type: Ship; Historic site
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #18 of 51 attractions in Halifax
Attraction type: Educational site
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #20 of 51 attractions in Halifax

The final and noteworthy resting place for many of the victims of the Titanic.

Attraction type: Cemetery
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #26 of 51 attractions in Halifax
Attraction type: Lighthouse
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #27 of 51 attractions in Halifax

Here visitors can learn about eastern Canada's indigenous flowers, plants and wildlife.

Attraction type: Natural history museum
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #28 of 51 attractions in Halifax

This charming site is filled with restaurants, pubs, clothing and specialty shops in restored 18th-century buildings on the waterfront.

Attraction type: Architectural building; Scenic/historic walking area; Game/entertainment center
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #29 of 51 attractions in Halifax

Canada's first hydrographic ship was used in mapping the ocean from 1913 to 1969 and is now open to the public for viewing and tours.

Attraction type: Ship; Maritime museum
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #30 of 51 attractions in Halifax

Established in 1749, this is Halifax's first cemetery.

Attraction type: Cemetery
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #31 of 51 attractions in Halifax
Attraction type: Art gallery
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #32 of 51 attractions in Halifax
Attraction type: Children's museum; Science museum
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #33 of 51 attractions in Halifax
Attraction type: Historic home; Museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #35 of 51 attractions in Halifax

This sidewalk bar and restaurant is one of the best places for people-watching and just whiling away the time.

Attraction type: Bar/club
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