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.
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 Mathew's United Church
- Spring Garden Road Memorial Public Library
- Halifax Court House
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
- Grand Parade
- Royal Artillery Park
- Scotiabank Centre
- Halifax Ferry Terminal
- Victoria Park
When Is the Best Time to Visit Halifax?
- Hottest months: August, July, September, June (average 62°F)
- Coldest months: February, January, March, December (average 31°F)
- Rainiest months: December, November, October, June (average 7 inches of rainfall)















































































































