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Halifax Public Gardens
Ollie #1 of 58 attractions in Halifax
4.5 of 5 stars 148 reviews
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  Gardens
Distance  0.6 km from city centre
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Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo
Ollie #2 of 58 attractions in Halifax
4.5 of 5 stars 30 reviews
Owner description: The Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo is a week-long event held every year in one of Canada’s most beautiful provinces.Take part in educational...... more » Owner description: The Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo is a week-long event held every year in one of Canada’s most beautiful provinces.Take part in educational workshops, exciting festival events and of course, our daily two-and-a-half hour show jam-packed with world-class entertainment, sure to delight the whole family.This show is fast-paced – every scene only lasts about 3-6 minutes, so there is always something new to see and experience.Looking for a taste of true Nova Scotia? There’s bagpipes, highland dancers, la culture de l’acadie and military traditions.Hoping for something more modern? The Tattoo also features innovative acrobatic acts, modern music, contemporary dancing, trampoline routines and cutting-edge videos.Don't miss the world’s largest annual indoor show. Only in Nova Scotia. « less
Attraction type  Performances
Distance  0.3 km from city centre
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Citadel National Historic Site
Ollie #3 of 58 attractions in Halifax
4.5 of 5 stars 125 reviews
Experience an exciting part of Canada's history by visiting this 18th-century fort with a sweeping view of downtown Halifax.
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Military Museums; Lookouts
Distance  0.3 km from city centre
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Point Pleasant Park
Ollie #4 of 58 attractions in Halifax
4.5 of 5 stars 41 reviews
Have a picnic with sweeping ocean views or hike through 186 acres of forest in one of Halifax's most cherished parks.
Attraction type  Parks; Jogging Paths/ Tracks
Distance  2.5 km from city centre
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Halifax Harbor Ferry
Ollie #5 of 58 attractions in Halifax
4.5 of 5 stars 56 reviews

HALIFAX HARBOUR FERRY  This has to be the cheapest ocean cruise around.  At less than two dollars the ferry takes you form Nova Scotia's capital city of Halifax to sister town of... more »

Attraction type  Ferries/ Boats
Distance  128.4 km from city centre
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Art Gallery of Nova Scotia
Ollie #6 of 58 attractions in Halifax
4.5 of 5 stars 17 reviews

The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, located at 1723 Hollis Street, acts as a gateway for the visual arts in Atlantic Canada by bringing the art of the world to Nova Scotia and the art... more »

Attraction type  Art Galleries; Art Museums
Distance  0.3 km from city centre
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Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
Ollie #7 of 58 attractions in Halifax
4.5 of 5 stars 104 reviews
Immerse yourself in the rich marine history depicted by this museum's vast collection from binnacles and buoys to anchors and armaments.
Attraction type  Speciality Museums; History Museums; Military Museums
Distance  0.3 km from city centre
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Lawrencetown Beach
Ollie #8 of 58 attractions in Halifax
4.5 of 5 stars 20 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches
Distance  0.0 km from city centre
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Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21
Ollie #9 of 58 attractions in Halifax
4 of 5 stars 92 reviews
Owner description: Plan a visit to this national testament to the Canadian immigration experience, which pays tribute to the citizens of Canada who have enriched this...... more » Owner description: 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. « less
Attraction type  History Museums; Historic Sites
Distance  1.3 km from city centre
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Harbourside Market
Ollie #10 of 58 attractions in Halifax
4.5 of 5 stars 19 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Flea/ Street Markets
Distance  0.8 km from city centre
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H.M.C.S. Sackville
Ollie #11 of 58 attractions in Halifax
4.5 of 5 stars 18 reviews
Now open to the public as a memorial, this ship was used in World War II to escort convoys.
Attraction type  Ships; Historic Sites
Distance  0.4 km from city centre
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Fairview Lawn Cemetery
Ollie #12 of 58 attractions in Halifax
4.5 of 5 stars 14 reviews
The final and noteworthy resting place for many of the victims of the Titanic.
Attraction type  Cemeteries
Distance  4.2 km from city centre
Emera Oval
Ollie #13 of 58 attractions in Halifax
4.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Attraction type  Sports Complexes; Parks
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Historic Properties
Ollie #14 of 58 attractions in Halifax
4 of 5 stars 23 reviews
This charming site is filled with restaurants, pubs, clothing and specialty shops in restored 18th-century buildings on the waterfront.
Attraction type  Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas; Architectural Buildings; Game/ Entertainment Centres
Distance  0.2 km from city centre
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Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History
Ollie #15 of 58 attractions in Halifax
4 of 5 stars 14 reviews
Here visitors can learn about eastern Canada's indigenous flowers, plants and wildlife.
Attraction type  Natural History Museums
Distance  0.9 km from city centre
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York Redoubt National Historic Site
Ollie #16 of 58 attractions in Halifax
5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  4.5 km from city centre
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Clay Cafe Pottery Studio
Ollie #17 of 58 attractions in Halifax
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews

Clay Cafe Paint-Your-Own-Po... studio is a great place for anybody of any age to try. It is a fun family activity and perfect for couples or friends. You simply select a piece to... more »

Attraction type  Educational Sites
Distance  2.1 km from city centre
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Alexander Keith's Brewery
Ollie #18 of 58 attractions in Halifax
3.5 of 5 stars 97 reviews
Attraction type  Breweries
Distance  0.3 km from city centre
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Remedy Facial Bar & Spa
Ollie #19 of 58 attractions in Halifax
4.5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Owner description: Remedy Facial Bar & Spa prides itself on being Halifax's friendliest spa. Our Self Serve Facial Bar is unique to downtown and promises a social, fun...... more » Owner description: Remedy Facial Bar & Spa prides itself on being Halifax's friendliest spa. Our Self Serve Facial Bar is unique to downtown and promises a social, fun event for individuals and especially groups. Let one of our skin care experts guide you through a customized facial routine while you enjoy a beverage in our licensed environment. We are a full service day spa providing total body esthetics and a Registered Massage Therapist. Our products are top of the line and we feature Dermalogica and Repechage. Let us pamper you, you deserve it! « less
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  0.2 km from city centre
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Discovery Centre
Ollie #20 of 58 attractions in Halifax
4 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Attraction type  Science Museums; Children’s Museums
Distance  0.0 km from city centre
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