Jessie’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Very close by and offers picturesque sunsets of the Halifax Harbour
53 locals recommend
Fisherman's Cove
4 Government Wharf RdVery close by and offers picturesque sunsets of the Halifax Harbour
This spot gets busy late morning/afternoon. A morning walk here is very tranquil
23 locals recommend
Rainbow Haven Beach
This spot gets busy late morning/afternoon. A morning walk here is very tranquil
Take the path along the water, and up the hill for amazing views and sunsets
139 locals recommend
Lawrencetown Beach Provincial Park
Nova Scotia 207Take the path along the water, and up the hill for amazing views and sunsets
Cow Bay Moose
1287 Cow Bay RdEnjoy the views from the top and bottom of the of the hill
13km of trails crossing Cole Harbours Salt Marsh, excellent for hiking or biking along the coast. Stunning views and wildlife can be spotted on your trek.
25 locals recommend
Salt Marsh Trail
Trans Canada Trail13km of trails crossing Cole Harbours Salt Marsh, excellent for hiking or biking along the coast. Stunning views and wildlife can be spotted on your trek.
Peggy's Point Lighthouse
Peggys Point RoadNova Scotia's most famous lighthouse
Halifax Citadel National Historic Site of Canada
5425 Sackville StCity/town information
Vibrant yet quaint. Tons of really great food and drinks all hours of the day. Argyle Street has lots of great bars and live music on the weekends. Halifax's famous boardwalk is 4km long and lined with people, restaurants and music. Lots of local shops and places to have a seat and enjoy the view.
107 locals recommend
Halifax
Vibrant yet quaint. Tons of really great food and drinks all hours of the day. Argyle Street has lots of great bars and live music on the weekends. Halifax's famous boardwalk is 4km long and lined with people, restaurants and music. Lots of local shops and places to have a seat and enjoy the view.
Neighbourhoods
Lots of great places to grab a bite here or catch the ferry to Halifax for lunch! This is where you will find 1 of 2 ferries that will take you from Dartmouth to Halifax.
Alderney Gate
88 Alderney DriveLots of great places to grab a bite here or catch the ferry to Halifax for lunch! This is where you will find 1 of 2 ferries that will take you from Dartmouth to Halifax.
Food scene
John's Lunch
352 Pleasant StFamous Fish n Chips spot a 6 minute drive from here
Passage Pizza
1517 Shore RoadGreat late night eats just down the road
Stop in for lunch! Located in Fisherman's Cove, it is an awesome local spot for seafood
9 locals recommend
Boondocks Restaurant
6 Government Wharf RdStop in for lunch! Located in Fisherman's Cove, it is an awesome local spot for seafood
The Canteen on Portland
22 Portland StGreat menu for lunch or dinner
Two If By Sea Cafe
66 Ochterloney StSalt + Ash Beach House
Shopping
Mic Mac Mall
21 Micmac BlvdGreat shopping for all
Tons of great shopping you can find places like Ikea, Cabela's and more!
63 locals recommend
Dartmouth Crossing
Tons of great shopping you can find places like Ikea, Cabela's and more!
Bar Scene
Battery Park
62 Ochterloney StGreat atmosphere, social seating and great local beers
Brightwood Brewery
35 Portland StEnjoy a beverage on the water before you hop on the ferry to Halifax
Celtic Corner Public House
69 Alderney DrMust trys
The very best way to see Halifax, take the ferry across the harbour
17 locals recommend
Ferry Terminal Park
88 Alderney DrThe very best way to see Halifax, take the ferry across the harbour