We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers: Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

Halifax

Free Newsletter

Interested in Halifax?

We'll send you updates with the latest deals, reviews and articles for Halifax each week.
More Lists
Other recent lists by cgreno: 
Lists you may be interested in:
See All Halifax Lists
We remove posts that do not follow our Trip Lists guidelines.
We reserve the right to remove any lists for any reason.
Report a problem
Explore the world! TripAdvisor has reviews and information on over 400,000 locations, including:
Travel Destinations
Vacation Specials
  Create a List
Trip List by cgreno

Halifax area things to see and do

Vote on this Trip List!

Write a thankful note to show in this member's profile.Compliment cgreno
Ask this member a question.Send Message
May 1, 2006  “I've lived in the Halifax area for 17 years, I've seen and done most of it!”
4.5 of 5 stars based on 6 votes

Here are some fun things to see and do in Halifax. There are some websites to help you plan you trip, and help make things easier for you. Don't forget to visit the Nova Scotia forum on tripadvisor for more great ideas!!

  • Category: Other
  • Traveler type: Culture, Sightseeing, Active/Outdoors, Beachgoers
  • Appeals to: Couples/romantics, Honeymooners, Singles, Families with small children, Families with teenagers, Large groups, Tourists
  • Seasons: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
  • 1. Tour Halifax Harbour!
    http://www.harbourhopper.com/main.html

    Harbour Hopper tours have several different ways you can tour the Halifax Harbour. For kids, you can take Teodore Tugboat! For adults, you can enjoy a romantic dinner cruise, or a fun filled maritime party cruise!

  • 2. Driving to get here? Here's what you need to know!
    http://novascotia.com/en/home/aboutnovascotia/faqs/transportation.aspx

    Here are a list of frequently asked questions about driving in and to Nova Scotia. Look on the left toolbar, and there is a distance calculator to help you figure out your driving distances and times!

  • 3. Sunday Shopping at a fun, quaint place.
    http://www.petesfrootique.com/

    Pete's Frootique is very busy on Sundays, a nice place to grab lunch and fresh fruits and veggies.

  • 4. Pier 21
    http://www.pier21.ca

    Such a wonderful exhibit, showing us how most people came to Canada.

  • 5. Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
    http://museum.gov.ns.ca/mma/index.html

    A great place to learn about the history of the Atlantic. They have a wonderful Titanic exhibit!!

  • 6. Halifax Information Site
    http://www.halifaxinfo.com/

    A good web site to give you all the scoop on what's going on in Halifax.

  • 7. Have you ever been to a Dinner Theatre?
    http://www.halifaxinfo.com/

    It's a lot of fun, for all ages! You may want to call ahead, as sometimes bus tours take up the whole dinner.

  • 8. List of beaches, lakes, and outdoor pools
    http://www.halifax.ca/recreation/beaches.html

    It's not too hot around Halifax in the summer, but some days a cool dip in the water sounds too good to resist! Here are some places you might enjoy to cool off!

  • 9. Halifax Citadel National Historic Site of Canada
    http://www.pc.gc.ca/lhn-nhs/ns/halifax/index_e.asp

    Right in the heart of Halifax, is the Citadel. It's a wonderful tour, and very informative. Every day at lunchtime, they fire off a canon!

  • 10. Help to plan your trip!
    http://destination-ns.com/default.asp

    Whether you are camping, staying in a hotel, looking for restaurants, or just looking for something to do, this site will help you out. You can order your Doer's and Dreamer's guide from here, and it's a MUST HAVE!!!

See all sites
Cruise Critic

The ultimate cruise resource: cruise reviews, deals, news and advice.

SeatGuru

The world's most comprehensive source for airline seats, airline info, & in-flight amenities.

Family Vacation Critic

The best family vacations start here.

Best beach houses of 2012 »