Things To Do
Experience the Top Things to Do in Nova Scotia
Hotel Halifax places you near a host of local area attractions, with plenty of things to do. Halifax Waterfront offers fabulous restaurants, shopping and nightlife, while the hotel is just minutes from sporting events and concerts at Scotiabank Centre. Try your luck at Casino Nova Scotia, see a show at the Neptune Theatre or indulge in retail therapy at Halifax Shopping Centre. Treat the whole family to interactive experiences at the Discovery Centre. Explore the city’s storied history at the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site, wander through Historic Properties or peruse the Museum of the Atlantic. It’s all within easy reach of our inviting hotel.
Casino Nova Scotia
Open year-round, Casino Nova Scotia is Atlantic Canada's largest gaming and entertainment destination.
Halifax Citadel National Historic Site
The Halifax Citadel has long watched over the harbour and the downtown core of the capital city of Halifax. Originally built as a military fortification to protect the Empire from enemies (and the occasional pirate), today the Citadel and its distinctive Clock Tower act as a reminder of Halifax’s rich past.
Discovery Centre
The Discovery Centre is Atlantic Canada’s premier family destination found along the beautiful Halifax Waterfront. Its new, state-of-the-art 40,000-square-foot facility features four floors of interactive learning experiences.
Historic Properties
Experience Halifax’s heritage firsthand at Historic Properties on Halifax’s waterfront, a designated National Historic Site in the heart of downtown.
Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
Located in the heart of Halifax’s historic waterfront, there’s no better place to get immersed in Nova Scotia’s rich maritime heritage than the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, the oldest and largest Maritime Muesum in Canada.
Neptune Theatre
Now in its 56th Season, Neptune Theatre has something for everyone! Located at 1593 Argyle Street, Neptune boasts two stages with a variety of productions ranging from local and Canadian-made plays to stories known the world over.
Art Gallery of Nova Scotia
Immerse yourself in art and art experiences at the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, located at 1723 Hollis Street.
Museum of Natural History
Explore the natural, cultural and historical wonders of Nova Scotia at the Museum of Natural History.
Peggy's Cove
Nova Scotia is home to over 160 historic lighthouses, but no beacon is as photographed as the one in the vibrant fishing village of Peggy’s Cove.