Explore the Area

Dalhousie Arts Centre

The Dalhousie Arts Centre, at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, contains a number of theatres, an art gallery, classrooms, and a sculpture garden. It is the premier performing arts venue in the Halifax area, and was opened officially in November, 1971.The Rebecca Cohn Auditorium is the largest theatre in the facility, home to Symphony Nova Scotia.
http://artscentre.dal.ca

Neptune Theatre

Today Neptune Theatre is Atlantic Canada’s largest professional regional theatre. The season runs from mid September until late May and often well into July, with productions like CATS and Beauty and The Beast. Check out their website for current productions and tickets.
www.neptunetheatre.com

Art Gallery of Nova Scotia (AGNS)

The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia is the largest art museum in Atlantic Canada. With locations in downtown Halifax and downtown Yarmouth, the Gallery houses the Province's art collection and offers a range of exhibitions and programming.
www.artgalleryofnovascotia.ca

Seeds

Seeds Gallery is a year-round shop for student and alumni work. Their goal is to provide a commercial venue for students and alumni, to promote a diverse range of artistic practices, and to enhance the Halifax art community.
www.nscad.ca

Pier 21

Celebrate and share the Canadian immigration experience by honoring the unique stories of immigration throughout history. It pays tribute to 1.5 million immigrants, war brides, displaced people, evacuee children and Canadian military personnel who passed through Pier 21 between 1928 and 1971.
www.pier21.ca

Maritime Museum of the Atlantic

Located in the heart of Halifax’s historic waterfront, there’s no better place to immerse yourself in Nova Scotia’s rich maritime heritage than the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. From small craft boatbuilding to World War Convoys, the Days of Sail to the Age of Steam, the Titanic to the Halifax Explosion, you’ll discover the stories, events and people that have come to define Nova Scotia and its relationship with the sea.
http://museum.gov.ns.ca

Chives

Taste a seasonal Menu at Chives Bistro. This restaurant was featured on the reality show Opening Soon.
www.chives.ca

Q

Experience authentic mid-west BBQ where everything in made in house.
www.qmeats.ca

Niche

Upcasual dining & entertainment in a spirited urbane setting. Niche opened it’s doors in 2004. The atmosphere is contemporary, infused with old world, and intimate yet spacious.
www.nichelounge.com

The Harbour Hopper

Journey the streets of historic downtown Halifax aboard the Harbor Hopper. Visit historical points of interest such as St. Paul's Church, Citadel Hill, Public Gardens, Government House, City Hall, Museum of the Atlantic and more! Then, cast off into Halifax Harbor (without ever leaving your seat!), for a mariner's view of Halifax's naval fleet, spectacular harbor front, and the beautiful skylines of both Halifax and Dartmouth. It's a fully narrated tour, and includes such topics as the Halifax Explosion and the rich history of Halifax's role during war and peace while pointing out the many interesting anecdotes relative to our current fleet of naval vessels. A fun-filled amphibious adventure you'll never forget! Enjoy a 55 minute tour of historic Halifax - by LAND AND by SEA!
www.mtcw.ca

Peggy's Cove

Down the Lighthouse Route, one of Nova Scotia's scenic travelways, you'll discover one of the most popular stops in Atlantic Canada. Peggy's Cove. Renowned for its famous red and white lighthouse and truly breathtaking scenery, the quaint fishing village has become a photographer's paradise. Spend a moment or two in Peggy's Cove, amidst the crashing waves and take in the undeniable feeling of standing at the edge of the earth as the Atlantic Ocean stretches before you. If you've never seen it, do. If you've seen it before, do it again.
www.peggys-cove.com

Keith's Brewery Tour

This is an informative and interactive tour of the Alexander Keith's Nova Scotia Brewery where Actors in period costume will lead you back in time as you learn about the beer, the brewery and life in Halifax in 1863. The tour includes a visit the Stag's Head Tavern where you will listen to toe tapping music, play games and of course sample Keith's fine ale.
www.keiths.ca

It would be fun even without the beer!

Rainbow Haven

One of Nova Scotia’s Favorites, Rainbow Haven's facilities include change houses, a canteen, showers, flush toilets, abundant parking, beach volleyball nets, and boardwalks which permit wheelchair access to the beach. Water is warm and tides strong so mind the signs.

Martinique

Martinique is a protected area for the piping plover. It is also a wildlife refuge. There are a limited number of facilities accessible to the public. Pack a lunch and Enjoy this natural wonder.

Clam Harbor

Clam Harbor’s facilities include a large picnic area, male/female flush toilets, male/female change rooms, an interpretive centre, board walks and hiking trails.

Reflections

LBGT and proud of it. The best house music in town continues after hours.
www.reflectionscabaret.com

The Old Triangle

This Celtic pub fills up with an after-work crowd and continues into the wee hours with a kitchen party atmosphere.
www.oldtriangle.com

The Bitter End

Chill and stylish. Attracts the well groomed and the wildly original.
www.bitterend.ca

The Lower Deck

A guaranteed good ol’mari’time on the waterfront.
www.lowerdeck.ca

The Fireside

Great food. Greats Drinks the fireside is a social hub every night.
www.thefireside.ca

Rock Bottom

If this is rock bottom then this is where I want to stay. Comfortable and intimate atmosphere will have you staying for’ just one more’…

Farmer's Market

Offers the best of the locally-made and locally grown.
www.halifaxfarmersmarket.com

John David Shoes'

Halifax's specialist in fashion footwear for women of all ages.
www.johndavidshoes.ca

Spring Garden Road

When you're looking for exclusive brands, superior quality and a unique shopping experience.
www.springgardenarea.com

The Hydrostone Market

Niche shopping & Dining and a bit of history.
www.hydrostonemarket.ca

The Museum of Natural History

The Museum features static and interactive exhibits, the very popular Nature Centre and a series of changing exhibitions and programs that aim to entertain and educate.

Gus, the tortoise has continued to delight Museum visitors for more than 60 years.
http://museum.gov.ns.ca

The Discovery Center

Push it, pull it, spin it, lift it, pedal it, build it! Through hands-on exhibits, live demonstrations, public programs, educational workshops and other activities you will find science has never been this much FUN!
www.discoverycentre.ns.ca

The Aviation Museum

Explore our back yard at the largest Aviation museum East of Montreal. With 26 Aircraft on display and hundreds of military and civilian artifacts this museum is a treasure!
www.atlanticcanadaaviationmuseum.com

Scotia Speed World!

This race track appeal to gear heads, racing enthusiasts, and anyone with a need for speed. Check out www.scotiaspeedworld.ca for event details!

Rafters get ready... for the thrill of a lifetime!

Experience the awesome force of the Bay of Fundy tidal boar in the rapids of the Shubenacadie, Nova Scotia's largest river. Nova Scotia is one of only a hand full of places in the world where this natural wonder can be witnessed let alone ridden!! Add an Extra day to your trip as this is worth every minute. You will talk about this experience years from now!