Experiences in Downtown Halifax

NEW! Enjoy Downtown Halifax Live, DHBC's new virtual concert series in partnership with Music Nova Scotia and Spider Video. Enjoy the shows in-person or from the comfort of your own home. More information here
NEW! It's spooky season! Take a Ghost Tour of the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site. On now to October 30th.
NEW! Take a Ghost Ship Sail on the Tall Ship Silva with Ambassatours. With tales of unusal and haunting stories about Halifax's past, you will be in the Halloween spirit in no time. Or enjoy a Family Friend Ghost Ship Sail on the Tall Ship Silva with the little ones. More info here.
NEW! Get your pumpkin spice on this fall with the many restaurants and cafes that are offering pumpkin spice lattes, baked goods and more. Check out all the places to get #PSL here.
NEW! Get ready for the holidays with the Evergreen Festival, running from November 28 to December 21, 2020. Learn more here.
Check out the Supernova Market, an outdoor market in Rogers Square featuring local arts, crafts and more on Saturday, September 26. Follow @supernovamarkethfx for more information.
Take an art workshop at Sparkles n' Sawdust Studio, located on Argyle Street, all year
Enjoy a 60-minute guided harbour cruise on a unique, 1930s replica boat that is all-electric and ultra quite with Halifax Harbour Tours. Enjoy the harbour in peace without the environmental impact. Book here. To the end of October.
Visit the Titanic Exhibit at the Martime Museum of the Atlantic - 1675 Lower Water Street , All year
Dance through the Bishop’s Landing water fountain - Bishop's Landing, Halifax Waterfront, All year
Take a selfie with the drunken lamp posts - Bishop's Landing, Halifax Waterfront, All year
Visit the Halifax Waterfront Visitor Information Centre (VIC) - Halifax Waterfront, All year
Take a pic of the Wave on the Halifax Waterfront - Halifax Waterfront, All year
Climb the stairs to the Old Town Clock, enjoy the view of the Harbour from the top of Citadel Hill, and see and hear the Noon Gun being fired - Halifax Citadel National Historic Site, All year
Visit The Split Crow Pub, the oldest pub in Nova Scotia - 1855 Granville Street, All year
Visit the Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market rooftop and take in the view of the harbour and Georges Island - 1209 Marginal Road, All year
Stroll along the Seaport Brow (or the Cruise Seawall) at the water side of the Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market - 1209 Marginal Road, June - September
Experience Argyle and Grafton Streets, featuring people-focused shared streetscapes (Argyle Street is pedestrian-only on weekends Jul - October) - Argyle and Grafton Streets, All year
Visit Little Oak Bar, listed as 2019's "Canada's 100 Best" restaurants - 1475 Lower Water Street, All year
Walk on the cobblestones in Granville Mall - 1895 Granville Street, All year
Explore the courtyard at Historic Properties, browse the shops for local souvenirs and take a selfie on the anchor - 1869 Upper Water Street, All year
Unleash the kids’ energy at the Submarine and "train station" playground - Halifax Waterfront & Peace and Friendship Park, All year
Stroll through Peace and Friendship Park & see the decorative lights lit up at night - Peace and Friendship Park, seasonal
Visit the four churches in Downtown Halifax: St. Mary’s Cathedral Basilica, St. David’s Church, St. Paul’s Church, and St. Matthew’s United Church - Various locations, All year
Grab a slice of pizza or try a donair, the official food of Halifax, at the famous Pizza Corner - Grafton and Blowers Street, All year
Relax on the Halifax Waterfront hammocks - Halifax Waterfront, April - October
Take a harbour cruise from Murphy’s on the Water - 1751 Lower Water Street, May - November
Say "hello" or ask a question to one of the Downtown Halifax Crew members with blue shirts - Downtown Halifax, May - October
Sit at the brightly coloured picnic tables around Downtown Halifax including six that are wheelchair accessible - Various locations, May - October
Visit the Old Burying Ground, a historic cemetery - 1541 Barrington Street, Summer/Fall
Take the ferry ride across the Halifax Harbour - Halifax Ferry Terminal, All year
Look for the Celtic Cross on George Street - Near the corner of George and Lower Water Street, All year
Rent a Sea-Doo and explore Halifax from a unique perspective with Halifax Watercraft Tours & Adventures - Halifax Waterfront, June - August
Learn more about Downtown Halifax with a ride on the Harbour Hopper - Tour starts at 5050 Salter Street, July - September
Explore the Halifax Harbour by Kayak with Kayak Halifax - Salt Yard, Halifax Waterfront, May - October
Sail through the harbour with J Farwell Sailing Co. - 1655 Lower Water Street, June - October
Pamper yourself with a manicure or pedicure at one of Downtown Halifax's many spas - All year
Purchase a comic book or two at Strange Adventures - 5110 Prince Street, All year
Enjoy the live music while eating at the Salt Yard - Halifax Waterfront, July - September
Get your body moving with a dance class on the Waterfront - Halifax Waterfront, July - September
Take the Self-Guided Downtown Art Tour and discover all the public art in Downtown Halifax - All year
Rent an e-scooter from HFX e-Scooters and take a tour of the city - Halifax Waterfront, June - October
Play beach volleyball at the Sands of Salter - Halifax Waterfront, June - September
Rent a bike to ride around Downtown with I Heart Bikes - Halifax Waterfront, June - October
Take a break in one of the colourful Adirondack Chairs - Grand Parade (1770 Barrington Street) or Halifax Mariott Harbourfront Hotel (1919 Lower Water Street), April - September
Celebrate Halifax's culture and diversity in the Mosaic Festival - September 19
Take in the craftsmanship and artistic vision of Halifax's local artists in Nocturne: Art at Night Festival - October 12 - 17
Enjoy live music on the patios along Argyle Street with the Summertime Patio Entertainment series. More information here. Tuesdays through to Saturdays, to September 26.

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