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A source for local history, culture, things to do, and other nuggets about the city of Halifax and beyond

Some of the Best Hotels Near the Halifax Waterfront (2023)
Some of the Best Hotels Near the Halifax Waterfront (2023)

No matter which hotel you choose in Halifax, you can always experience the city’s charm and beauty while being in close proximity to the best it has to offer. Plan your stay at one of these exceptional hotels near the Halifax Waterfront and indulge in a truly remarkable visit.

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9 Instagram photos that will make you fall in love with Halifax
9 Instagram photos that will make you fall in love with Halifax

From street art and rows of colourful houses, stunning sunsets, harbour views and more, Halifax has a number of great locations to snap that Insta-worthy pic.

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Cable Wharf- a brief history of an historic pier
Cable Wharf- a brief history of an historic pier

As one of the last original structures on the harbour, Cable Wharf is a rare gem among the constantly changing Halifax Waterfront.

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Six things you NEED to know about the Harbour Hopper Tour
Six things you NEED to know about the Harbour Hopper Tour

The Harbour Hopper Tour is Halifax’s Number #1 Boat Tour and the only local tour that highlights the best of Halifax, on both land and sea!

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The Tall Ship Silva – a brief history of Halifax's signature ship
The Tall Ship Silva – a brief history of Halifax's signature ship

Silva was the first of a series of seven steel sailing vessels built in an attempt to modernize the Swedish merchant marine ship fleet.

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9 of the BEST Halifax photo-ops shared from our tour guides
9 of the BEST Halifax photo-ops shared from our tour guides

From the historic and unique to the scenic and colourful, there are many great spots in Halifax that are begging to have their photo taken.

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'Alutasi' Electric Boat Launch
'Alutasi' Electric Boat Launch

Ambassatours' traditional Cape Islander fishing vessel was converted to a battery-operated, hybrid electric vessel in 2020.

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The Routemaster Double Decker Bus
The Routemaster Double Decker Bus

The red Routemaster has become one of the famous features of London, with tourist paraphernalia continuing to bear Routemaster imagery around the world.

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Peggy's Cove Master Plan - Build Nova Scotia
Peggy's Cove Master Plan - Build Nova Scotia

With expansive granite rocks, bold coastline, crashing waves, and a historic lighthouse—Peggy’s Cove exemplifies the quintessential Nova Scotia that visitors love.

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The Artist Known as Maudie – Maud Lewis
The Artist Known as Maudie – Maud Lewis

From her modest living space in Marshalltown, Digby County, Maude Lewis produced hundreds of works that captured aspects of rapidly changing country life.

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Along the Boardwalk - Fun things to do on the Halifax Waterfront
Along the Boardwalk - Fun things to do on the Halifax Waterfront

The Halifax harbourfront is the centre of activities all year long in Halifax, with the 4.4km Harbourwalk buzzing with energy.

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Viola Desmond - a brief history of a Nova Scotia trailblazer
Viola Desmond - a brief history of a Nova Scotia trailblazer

African-Canadian business woman, civil rights activist built a career and business as a beautician and was a mentor to young Black women in Nova Scotia.

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Visit Georges Island in 2023
Visit Georges Island in 2023

Visit Georges Island National Historic Site in the heart of Halifax Harbour, the place the Mi’kmaq called Kjipuktuk or “The Great Harbour.”

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Alexander Keith - a brief history
Alexander Keith - a brief history

Alexander Keith started one of the oldest working breweries in North America, inspired by local Nova Scotian culture and Keith’s heritage.

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