If you've been dreaming of fresh Atlantic air, a plate of lobster, and some rich maritime history, Halifax is your next weekend destination!
This Nova Scotian capital is small enough to explore in two days but packs enough charm to keep you entertained!
Day 1: Exploring the Waterfront
Start your day with a relaxing stroll along the Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk in the Halifax Waterfront. You'll be charmed by the harbor views, colorful art installations, and quirky shops. Stop by the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, which tells moving stories of how immigrants shaped the city.
Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk Address: Lower Water St, Halifax, NS B3H 4P8, Canada.
Canadian Museum of Immigration Tickets: From 15 CAD.
Canadian Museum of Immigration Opening Hours: Daily: 9:30 - 17:30.
Canadian Museum of Immigration Address: 1055 Marginal Rd, Halifax, NS B3H 4P7, Canada.
Are you feeling peckish? Head to Five Fishermen, an upscale restaurant known for its rich history and legendary lobster dinners, don't miss on the Five Fish Experience with jumbo shrimp, scallop, Nova Scotian halibut, Cape d'Or salmon, ½ lobster tail, pea & lemon risotto, chevre, and confit tomatoes.
Five Fishermen Estimated Cost: From 45 CAD.
Five Fishermen Address: 1740 Argyle St, Halifax, NS B3J 2B6, Canada.
After lunch, for 48.50 CAD, hop on a Harbor Hopper Tour to see the city by land and sea (yes, your tour will keep going even on the water!) - this amphibious tour vehicle is a must for first-time visitors. Wrap up your evening with a sunset sail on the harbor, where you can sip Nova Scotia drinks and nibble on local cheeses while soaking in the views.
Halifax Harbour Hopper tour
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Day 2: Lighthouses and Lobster Rolls
No trip to Halifax is complete without a visit to Peggy's Cove, a charming fishing village just 45 minutes from the city. Famous for its rugged shoreline and iconic lighthouse, this spot is a photographer's dream. Grab a lobster roll from a nearby seafood shack before heading back to Halifax!
If you're still up for an adventure, spend your afternoon at Halifax Citadel National Historic Site, where you can dive into the city's past. Don't forget to try the city's street food, any tourist won't resist!
Halifax Citadel National Historic Site Tickets: About 9 CAD per adult.
Halifax Citadel National Historic Site Opening Time: Daily: 9:00 - 17:00.
Halifax Citadel National Historic Site Address: 5425 Sackville St, Halifax, NS B3J 3Y3, Canada.
Are you ready to ride the Hopper Tour on land and water after eating a great lobster? Then see you after you come back from this nice and relaxing weekend getaway!
