Local Halifax Attractions

The Citadel Halifax Hotel

The Citadel Halifax Hotel, owned and operated by SilverBirch Hotels & Resorts, provides first-class accommodation and full service for for banquets, meetings and conventions. The hotel is located in the heart of downtown Halifax at the base of Citadel Hill, at 1960 Brunswick Street.

Art Gallery of Nova Scotia
The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, located at 1723 Hollis Street is the province's major art institution, with a mission to serve the public by bringing the visual arts and people together in an environment, which encourages exploration, dialogue and enjoyment. The AGNS house a Gallery Shop and Rental Gallery. For additional details, call 902.424.7542.

Casino Nova Scotia
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Citadel Hill
The Halifax Citadel, which dates from the late 1700s, is one of Canada's most popular historical tourist attractions, with over 1.5 million visitors annually. Guided tours are available daily during the summer, and its historic museum is open year round.

The Discovery Centre
Nova Scotia's hands-on Science Centre. The Discovery Centre houses three floors of hands-on exhibits where the emphasis is on informal learning through play and fun. Explore science and technology through exciting and interactive experiences.

Halifax Metro Centre
Opened in 1978, the "Metro Centre" has Halifax's largest seating capacity of up to 9,500 for sports events, conventions or concerts. For current attractions and tickets, call 902.451.1202.

Halifax Public Gardens
Begun in 1866, this lush area is considered by some to be the finest example in North America of a formal Victorian garden. In the summer, the 17 acres come alive with roses, floral displays, magnolias, rare dracaenas, and weeping trees, fountains, ponds, ducks and swans. Main entrance is at the corner of Spring Garden Road and South Park Street. The Public Gardens are opened from Victoria Day weekend until Labour Day weekend.

Historic Properties
Covering three square blocks, this collection of restored buildings includes stone warehouses built to hold privateers' booty at the turn of the 18th century. They were nearly lost to urban renewal, but in 1963 were designated a National Historic Site. Now one of the city's most popular visitor destinations, it's the perfect setting for strolling along the cobbled courtyards, window-shopping and enjoying the harbour view.

Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
Nautical and marine history of Atlantic Canada, includes relics of the Titanic. Permanent exhibits include Halifax Wrecked: The Story of the Halifax Explosion, a shipcandlery, Shipwrecks and Lifesaving, small craft gallery and a lighthouse light. Open June 1 to October 15, located at 1675 Lower Water Street, call 902.424.7490 for additional information.

Neptune Theatre
Founded in 1963, and recently refurbished, The Neptune is one of the oldest professional theatres in Canada. Each season, The Neptune features a series of plays on its main stage, in addition to a Studio Series of alternative productions. Located at 1593 Argyle Street, call 902.429.7070 for information and tickets.

Old Town Clock
Considered by many to be the symbol of Halifax, this historic clock has kept watch over the city since its workings arrived from England in 1803. The dashing Edward Duke of Kent, head of the garrison at Halifax from 1794 to 1800, and later father of Queen Victoria, designed this timepiece to keep both the garrison and townspeople punctual. Located at the base of Citadel Hill, top of George Street, at Brunswick.

Province House
The cornerstone was laid on August 14, 1811. The building, constructed of stone from Wallace, Nova Scotia, was first officially used in 1891.

Rebecca Cohn Auditorium
Located in the Dalhousie University Arts Centre, "The Cohn" has a year-round program of entertainment, ranging from country and western to symphony performers. Call the box office, 902.494.3820, for information and tickets.

St. Paul's Church
The oldest Anglican Church in Canada was built in 1750. The Grande Parade in front of St. Paul's is a favourite lunch-time retreat for downtown office workers. During July and August, entertainers often hold noon-hour concerts here.

World Trade and Convention Centre
This meeting and convention centre opened in 1984, offers total floor space of over 100,000 square feet, with the Port Royal Room seating 1,200 for a banquet.