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When visiting this great city,
tourists are able to see the sights by walking or driving, depending
on the area. The historic downtown waterfront areas of Halifax can
be visited by foot, while the other communities around the harbour
are accessible by public transit or car.
You can even try out one of the many sightseeing tours offered.
There are a lot of things to see and do in Halifax, and here
are some places you should look into:
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Leonowens Gallery
The Gallery was named after the Victorian woman who served
the Kind of Siam as governess.
Art
Gallery of Nova Scotia
Located at 1723 Hollis St, this museum impresses all its
visitors with more than 2000 works of art.
Atlantic
Canada Aviation Museum
They have an impressive collection of aviation artifacts,
simulators, weaponry and aircraft, including a CF-104 Starfighter.
Brewery
Market
Come hungry, as you’ll be able to purchase home-smoked
sausage, warm cinnamon buns and delightful farm cheeses.
Burke-Gaffney
Observatory
Visit the 22nd story of St. Mary’s University’s
Loyola Building to learn about the stars and planets, plus
see their impressive collection of high-powered telescopes.
Cathedral
Church of All Saints
This amazing cathedral, built in the early 1900s, is a great
place for visitors to see. The structure stands as a great
display of gothic-architecture.
Chapel
of Our Lady of Sorrows
The chapel is commonly known among Halifax residents as
the Church Built in a Day. It has seats for 70 people, and
has a large stained glass window dating from 1661.
The
Citadel National Historic Park
Worth the uphill climb, the Citadel’s stone fortress
offers amazing views of the city and the harbor to its visitors.
Discovery
Centre
Designed with little ones in mind, the toddler area is where
active play takes on a new life with climbing onto and driving
a colorful truck, stacking blocks, playing with magnets
and floating ping-pong balls.
Fairview
Cemetery
This cemetery stands as the final resting place of 121 of
the victims of the Titanic, many of them never identified.
One particularly popular grave that pulls in many visitors
is that of J. Dawson, the person who Leonardo Di Caprio's
character in the hit film, Titanic, is based on.
Fisherman's
Cove
Only 20 minutes from Downtown Halifax, Fisherman’s
Cove is one of Nova Scotia's oldest and newest tourist destinations.
This area is a living fishermen's town, where you’ll
enjoy the sounds of the ocean and amazing views.
Fort
Needham Memorial Bell Tower
This historic tower overlooks the north end of Halifax,
the section most devastated by the Halifax Explosion, which
took place when the Belgian relief ship Imo collided with
the French munitions vessel Mont Blanc on Dec. 6, 1917.
Government
House
. The Government House was built for Wentworth and his wife
between 1799 and 1805. This house has since been the official
resident of the province’s lieutenant governor.
Granville
Mall
If you love to shop and then stop to dine in a restaurant,
Granville Mall is a place to work into your itinerary.
Halifax
Public Gardens
The Public Gardens feature over 16 acres of trees, flower
beds, fountains, along with a bandstand, a duck pond and
concession area.
Harbour
Hopper Tours
Journey the streets of historic downtown Halifax aboard
the Harbour Hopper.
Historic
Properties (Privateers Wharf)
These 10 waterfront warehouses, build in the early 19th
century and the city’s oldest buildings, are the homes
of high-quality shops (clothing and specialty), chic offices,
pubs and restaurants.
HMCS
Sackville
This restored convoy escort corvette dates from World War
II and now serves as a memorial dedicated to the many courageous
people who have served in Canada's navy.
Khyber
Center for the Arts
If you appreciate art and would like to see some of Nova
Scotia’s up and coming, newest artisans, stop by the
Khyber Center for the Arts.
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Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
You’ll love learning about The Royal Canadian Navy and
the Canadian merchant marine. You’ll find exhibits that
include the small boats once used around the coast.
Murphy’s
On The Water
Halifax's largest tour boat & restaurant operator, Murphy’s
is a delight for visitors, combining nightlife, nature tours,
sightseeing, fine dining, tours of historic properties and
more.
Neptune
Theatre
The Neptune Theatre is the home of the internationally recognized
theater company. It boasts two stages: Fountain Hall, the
main stage, which is a warm and inviting venue with seating
capacity for 479.
Nova
Scotia Museum of Natural History
The Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History houses permanent
exhibits on man and his environment in Nova Scotia.
Nova
Scotia Sport Hall of Fame
Attention, sports enthusiasts! We’ve found a museum
that you’ll love: you’ll learn about great athletes
in history AND get to play a game too!
Peggy’s
Cove
If you’re up for a short drive, visit Peggy’s
Cove, population 54, which is 27 miles southwest of Halifax.
This small, picturesque village is nestled in a harbor where
lobster fishermen make their living.
Pier
21
The museum allows you to feel the immigrant experience, re-created
through live performances, multimedia presentations and displays
of photographs, document and artifacts.
Point
Pleasant Park
This park is huge; 186 acres! You’ll enjoy walking trails
and seafront paths, which are popular with the local joggers
and dog walkers.
Province
House
The home of Canada's oldest provincial legislature and of
Britain's first overseas self-government. The Georgian-style
building first opened in 1842 and was described as a 'gem'
by famous author Charles Dickens.
Purdy’s
Wharf
Purdy’s Wharf was named after a famous 19th-Century
shipping family and is located on Upper Water Street.
Spring
Garden Road
The Spring Garden area is the retail heart of Halifax. Consisting
of nine city blocks, the area has over 200 retail shops with
ample convenient parking.
St.
George’s Round Church
This church, Byzantine-style, was also built at the direction
of Prince Edward, the Duke of Kent, father of Queen Victoria
in 1801.
St.
Paul’s Church
St. Paul’s Church, located along Barrington Street,
is the oldest Protestant church in Canada and holds the title
of the very first church in the city of Halifax.
Town
Clock
The Town Clock, located at Brunswick and Citadel Streets,
is Halifax’s most recognized landmark.
Thomas
McCulloch Museum
Named after Thomas McCulloch, the first principal at Dalhousie
University over 150 years ago, this museum has a number of
biologically significant specimens on display.
The
Waterfront
Halifax’s urban bustle is no more apparent than along
its scenic Waterfront area. The heart of the Waterfront area
is best found if you start at Sackville Landing (at the foot
of Sackville St.) and make your way near Purdy Wharf.
World
Peace Pavilion
This monument, found in Ferry Terminal Park, stands as a symbol
of unity and solidarity amongst the people of the world.
York
Redoubt National Historic Site
Travel just 6 miles southwest of Halifax, at Purcell’s
Cove Road to visit this historic site. You’ll be able
to visit a 200-year-old fort located on a high bluff overlooking
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