If you are looking for some great Things to do in Halifax, then this list is ideal! Heading over to Halifax is always fun. This seaside city is a great place to spend a day or week visiting and exploring. Not only is this educational, but it is also a great place for a family of all ages. Check out our favorite options for the city below.
Things to do in Halifax
Dust off your travel shoes, and head out for a great day of exploring the city of Halifax. Looking at the history of the sea side town is a great way to spend your time. Halifax offers a lot of learning while having fun. A perfect way for your family to enjoy a getaway. With spectacular restaurants, a beautiful waterfront and an energetic city with the perfect East Coast hospitality Halifax is a great city for a getaway for any age or group.
Citadel National Historic Site: The Citadel Hill is a popular place for tourists, but it houses a huge part of Halifax history. Modern day Citadel is referred to as Fort George (named after Britain’s King George II). With the still strong design in place, Halifax Citadel has protected the city and surrounding area for generations. Check out some of our favorite attractions at the Citadel listed below.
- Watch the Sentry Change – this is a great option for kids
- Watch the living history re-enactments
- Become a soldier for a day – a perfect way to get kids learning about Citadel history
- Go on a ghost tour – perfect for those who are fans of the paranormal
Maritime Museum of the Atlantic: As their website states, “there is no better place to immerse yourself in Nova Scotia’s rich maritime heritage”. The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic is a wonderful place to visit and learn more about local history. From stepping back in time to learn the connection between The Titanic and Nova Scotia, to the Halifax Explosion in the midst of the first world war, you will find a ton of knowledge you may not have known otherwise. This is an ideal place for those who want to learn more about the history of the water and how it impacted this port city of Canada.
Alexander Keith’s Brewery Tour: If you love a good craft beer, this is a perfect place to visit! Alexander Keith’s is a perfect place for adults to head out for an afternoon or evening date night. Check out the locally brewed beer, and enjoy some appetizers or a meal that is full of local flavour. Alexander Keith’s is ideal for those who are looking for a special night out, or perfect for a gathering with friends and family. The tour is absolutely the most fun and interactive of any brewery tour we’ve been on. We loved that there were plenty of samples, great music and the whole experience felt like a kitchen party.
Canadian Immigration Museum: Head to Pier 21 to see the Canadian Immigration Museum. Learning about the history of Canada, and a bit more about how people immigrated from other nations to the shores of Canada. You and your family can enjoy a great history lesson while having fun. Check out exhibits, events, and even online information to help learn.
- Check out a replica of a ship’s cabin.
- This is a great exhibit to learn about Dutch immigrants.
- Play dress up with period costumes
- Pretend to go through customs and see if your items will be allowed
- Listen and learn from first-person stories about their immigration stories
- Learn from immigrating children and the trunks left behind holding their belongings.
We loved every minute of our time in Halifax. Halifax is such a beautiful city full of history, great restaurants, museums, attractions and more. Grab your favourite travel partner and explore all that Halifax has to offer.
What would be on your list of Top Things To Do in Halifax?
Disclosure: We received complimentary admission to the above attractions. As always, all opinions of Things To Do in Halifax are my own.
I’ve never actually heard of the place before reading this article. Seems like there’s a lot to do at Halifax. I’d love to participate in the dress up!
Halifax looks like a place I need to take a visit. History always fascinate me and being able to see some history hands on always makes it much more interesting. I would definitely like to explore their museums and restaurants. We are not that far from Halifax, maybe this will be something I can do with my husband this summer.
We live an hour from Halifax and a couple times a year we book a hotel near the waterfront. We have enjoyed all your listed experiences, plus many others. We like to book a room so parking is not a problem and we can enjoy the beautiful restaurants and outdoor cafes with a drink . Last summer we attended a lobster fest on George’s Island while the tall ships were in, while staying in a hotel on the waterfront. A bit costly for the room but a lovely getaway. There are several great museums in the area.
Such a fantastic idea! Love being able to walk to everything. We stayed at the Westin Nova Scotian and loved it.
I haven’t been to this part of Canada before, but I like that it is close to water. I’ve never been on a ghost tour… that’s something that I wouldn’t mind doing if I ever visited Halifax. Alexander Keith’s Brewery Tour is another thing I could see myself doing, especially since you said they had samples.
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Lots of delicious samples!
I have never been to Halifax, but these photos are gorgeous! It looks like there is so much charm and history in this city. I’m so glad you shared this post. I definitely have Canada on my list of must see travel destinations.
It’s a great city to visit with so much to do.
Man, I’m Canadian and I didn’t even know Alexander Keith’s was brewed in Halifax lol . It’s one of my favourite beers too! Jeez. Well, no matter what anyone says about our sleepy country we definitely make some of the best beer, hands down. Ever tried St Ambroise beer, from Montreal? Delicious!
Great post- makes you realize there’s more to do in Halifax than you would have thought.
It’s so amazing Alysia – you would most definitely love it. And yes, St Ambroise is delicious!
Wow. I’ve never heard of Halifax. I’ve never been to Canada coz’ I don’t even know where to go. Will definitely add this to my list of places of visit. I’m interested in the Immigration Museum. Thanks for sharing.
You must visit. Canada is a remarkable country with something for everyone. Halifax is a great city to start in – charming and so welcoming.
I lived in Ontario last year, but never ventured further than Toronto! I wish I had taken the time to explore more, because Canada is such a beautiful country and I don’t know when – if ever – I will return!
Yes! You should have. While Toronto is amazing we love exploring all over Canada. Each place has a different culture, food and sights to explore.
i have been to few cities in Canada but would love to visit the smaller towns like Halifax. Your photos show that there is so much charm and history to the country that the big cities don’t offer.
Yes, it is smaller than the big cities but has everything you’d need packed in.
This is actually the first time that I’ve heard of this place but it looks like a charming city! This reminds me of how I really need to visit Canada soon. I wish I can make that happen this year!
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My good friend’s husband is from Halifax. They go every year to visit his family, and I love looking at their pics! I am far more interested in visiting the East of Canada than I am the West!
If you like beer, there are some great craft breweries in Nova Scotia and in the Halifax area. This website has an interactive map : http://nscraftbeer.ca/members/. Also if you’re in Halifax, you should really check out the South Shore. It’s beautiful! We kayaked in Mahone Bay last summer and it was one of the highlights of the year.