A source for local history, culture, things to do, and other nuggets about the city of Halifax and beyond
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.
Keep ReadingFrom 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.
Keep ReadingAs one of the last original structures on the harbour, Cable Wharf is a rare gem among the constantly changing Halifax Waterfront.
Keep ReadingThe 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!
Keep ReadingSilva was the first of a series of seven steel sailing vessels built in an attempt to modernize the Swedish merchant marine ship fleet.
Keep ReadingFrom the historic and unique to the scenic and colourful, there are many great spots in Halifax that are begging to have their photo taken.
Keep ReadingAmbassatours' traditional Cape Islander fishing vessel was converted to a battery-operated, hybrid electric vessel in 2020.
Keep ReadingThe red Routemaster has become one of the famous features of London, with tourist paraphernalia continuing to bear Routemaster imagery around the world.
Keep ReadingWith expansive granite rocks, bold coastline, crashing waves, and a historic lighthouse—Peggy’s Cove exemplifies the quintessential Nova Scotia that visitors love.
Keep ReadingFrom her modest living space in Marshalltown, Digby County, Maude Lewis produced hundreds of works that captured aspects of rapidly changing country life.
Keep ReadingThe Halifax harbourfront is the centre of activities all year long in Halifax, with the 4.4km Harbourwalk buzzing with energy.
Keep ReadingAfrican-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.
Keep ReadingVisit Georges Island National Historic Site in the heart of Halifax Harbour, the place the Mi’kmaq called Kjipuktuk or “The Great Harbour.”
Keep ReadingAlexander 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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