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Halifax Tourism

Halifax has always been Canada's ocean gateway to Europe and the Atlantic. Because of its large natural harbour, it was one of the first English settlements in Canada. Today it is one of Canada's main ports, having the rare advantage (for Canada) of being ice-free. In the summer it is a popular port of call for cruise liners, but Halifax is full of ships from all over the world, all year round. Halifax has been blessed with more than its fair share of charm and character - the city is an ideal combination of old and new. The beautiful skyline reflects this with modern skyscrapers blending in with 18th and 19th century architecture. Halifax has a cultural scene worthy of a city that is much larger. It has excellent shopping, restaurants, and beautiful parks.

With the Atlantic close by, the weather in Halifax is perhaps a little more moderate than much of Canada. There can be a lot of snow in winter, but this creates a beautiful landscape and temperatures don't often plummet to really low readings. Summer is very pleasant with mostly warm and sunny days, although it is advised to take a sweater just in case the ocean breeze is a little too cool. Inland tends to be a few degrees warmer. Spring and fall are a good time to visit, with temperatures being a little cooler.

Halifax is easy to reach by all forms of transportation. Highways from all over North America join the Trans Canada Highway which goes into Nova Scotia. There is good airline services into Halifax, with direct flights to all major Canadian cities and to Boston and New York. There is also service to London, England, and other European cities. All these services enable worldwide connections. Via Rail Canada provide train service from Halifax to the rest of Canada, with connections at Montreal and Toronto for the U.S.A. There is also continent-wide bus service into Halifax, as well as good inter-provincial service linking most major communities in the province.

One of the most interesting ways to enter Nova Scotia is by ferry from the surrounding provinces of New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador. There is also a high-speed catamaran service, and a conventional ferry linking Nova Scotia from the state of Maine, which saves many hours of driving time. All the ferry ports in Nova Scotia have quick and easy highway access to Halifax. - Source: halifax.worldweb.com

Things To Do and See in Halifax

Lower Deck, Halifax
Where can you go to have a few drinks, watch dancing

chickens and have a fun time? Try this popular waterfront bar in Halifax.
Attraction type: Bar/club

Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, 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

Pier 21, 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

Citadel National Historic Site, 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

Halifax Public Gardens, Halifax
This beautiful Victorian-inspired garden has been open to the public since

1875 and remains as one of Halifax's most beautiful and cherished sites.
Attraction type: Garden

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