Aly’s guidebook
Neighborhoods
Our neighborhood The South End also known as Halifax Peninsula has an abundance of historic properties with magnificent architecture. Close to hospitals and universities.Fifteen minutes walking from our home we have Downtown Halifax close to all amenities, shopping, entertainment and attractions
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Our neighborhood The South End also known as Halifax Peninsula has an abundance of historic properties with magnificent architecture. Close to hospitals and universities.Fifteen minutes walking from our home we have Downtown Halifax close to all amenities, shopping, entertainment and attractions
Food scene
Working closely with Nova Scotia and some Maritime farmers and artisan food producers, their menus change with the seasons and always attempt to showcase the best of what our great region has to offer.
51 locals recommend
2 Doors Down Food & Wine Halifax
1533 Barrington StreetWorking closely with Nova Scotia and some Maritime farmers and artisan food producers, their menus change with the seasons and always attempt to showcase the best of what our great region has to offer.
The Brasserie is synonymous with the North End of Halifax, the region’s most vibrant food destination, serving local products in an iconic neighborhood. French inspired food in a stylish atmosphere with sustainable seafood & ambitious sophisticated cooking
93 locals recommend
Agricola Street Brasserie
2540 Agricola StThe Brasserie is synonymous with the North End of Halifax, the region’s most vibrant food destination, serving local products in an iconic neighborhood. French inspired food in a stylish atmosphere with sustainable seafood & ambitious sophisticated cooking
Located in the heart of Halifax’s restaurant and entertainment district,
Antojo Tacos + Tequila serves vibrant, Mexican-inspired dishes, plus an impressive
collection of tequila and mezcal — all in a stunningly designed, eclectic setting.
16 locals recommend
Antojo Tacos + Tequila
1667 Argyle StLocated in the heart of Halifax’s restaurant and entertainment district,
Antojo Tacos + Tequila serves vibrant, Mexican-inspired dishes, plus an impressive
collection of tequila and mezcal — all in a stunningly designed, eclectic setting.
Uncommon Grounds
1030 South Park StSightseeing
Enjoy the great outdoors year-round in Halifax with this truly Canadian experience; outdoor ice skating! What makes this classic Canadian experience even better? The fact that Halifax is home to the state-of-the-art Emera Oval; the largest outdoor, artificially-refrigerated ice surface east of Quebec City!
55 locals recommend
Emera Oval
5775 Cogswell StEnjoy the great outdoors year-round in Halifax with this truly Canadian experience; outdoor ice skating! What makes this classic Canadian experience even better? The fact that Halifax is home to the state-of-the-art Emera Oval; the largest outdoor, artificially-refrigerated ice surface east of Quebec City!
Countless Journeys. One Canada. The Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 is located in the national historic site at the Halifax seaport where nearly one million immigrants landed in Canada from 1928 to 1971. Today, as Canada’s sixth national museum, we share the ongoing story of immigration to Canada—past to present, and coast to coast. Our exhibits immerse visitors in the immigration experience and allow for a deeper understanding of how newcomers shape our country. Our staff and collections provide opportunities for visitors to discover the countless journeys to Canada and find their own family’s connection to the story.
120 locals recommend
Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21
1055 Marginal RdCountless Journeys. One Canada. The Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 is located in the national historic site at the Halifax seaport where nearly one million immigrants landed in Canada from 1928 to 1971. Today, as Canada’s sixth national museum, we share the ongoing story of immigration to Canada—past to present, and coast to coast. Our exhibits immerse visitors in the immigration experience and allow for a deeper understanding of how newcomers shape our country. Our staff and collections provide opportunities for visitors to discover the countless journeys to Canada and find their own family’s connection to the story.
The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia is an anchor of Nova Scotia’s cultural tourism, home to iconic artworks that reflect Nova Scotia’s culture to the world, as well as a showcase for temporary exhibitions that highlight the art of this region and this country. Home to over 17,000 artworks and host to numerous exhibitions and events annually, the Gallery is a hub of cultural activity in our community.
Make art a part of your presentation! The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, in historic downtown Halifax, offers spectacular setting for presentations, performances and parties! Host your next reception, audio-visual presentation, seminar in our 80 seat theatre, flexible seminar space or beautiful galleries - the picture perfect venue for events. Couple your function by adding a tour of our great schedule of exhibitions. On-site caterer; perfect for your next sit-down dinner or cocktail party. Make your event an artistic masterpiece.
136 locals recommend
Art Gallery of Nova Scotia
1723 Hollis StThe Art Gallery of Nova Scotia is an anchor of Nova Scotia’s cultural tourism, home to iconic artworks that reflect Nova Scotia’s culture to the world, as well as a showcase for temporary exhibitions that highlight the art of this region and this country. Home to over 17,000 artworks and host to numerous exhibitions and events annually, the Gallery is a hub of cultural activity in our community.
Make art a part of your presentation! The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, in historic downtown Halifax, offers spectacular setting for presentations, performances and parties! Host your next reception, audio-visual presentation, seminar in our 80 seat theatre, flexible seminar space or beautiful galleries - the picture perfect venue for events. Couple your function by adding a tour of our great schedule of exhibitions. On-site caterer; perfect for your next sit-down dinner or cocktail party. Make your event an artistic masterpiece.
A “jewel in the crown” of Halifax, Alexander Keith’s Nova Scotia Brewery first opened its doors almost 200 years ago. Today, the same brewery serves as a popular destination for visitors and beer fans alike.
One of the oldest working breweries in North America, the brewery is dedicated to crafting small batch brews, inspired by local Nova Scotian culture and Keith’s heritage.
Visitors can tour the beautiful space and learn all about the history of Mr. Keith’s legacy, as well as get a behind the scenes look at the brewing process. The tour wraps up at “Stag’s Head”, the historic pub in what used to be the aging cavern of Mr. Keith’s Brewery. Here, visitors can sample the locally inspired small batch and limited edition beers, while enjoying live music from some of Halifax’s most talented young local musicians.
46 locals recommend
Alexander Keith's Brewery
1496 Lower Water StA “jewel in the crown” of Halifax, Alexander Keith’s Nova Scotia Brewery first opened its doors almost 200 years ago. Today, the same brewery serves as a popular destination for visitors and beer fans alike.
One of the oldest working breweries in North America, the brewery is dedicated to crafting small batch brews, inspired by local Nova Scotian culture and Keith’s heritage.
Visitors can tour the beautiful space and learn all about the history of Mr. Keith’s legacy, as well as get a behind the scenes look at the brewing process. The tour wraps up at “Stag’s Head”, the historic pub in what used to be the aging cavern of Mr. Keith’s Brewery. Here, visitors can sample the locally inspired small batch and limited edition beers, while enjoying live music from some of Halifax’s most talented young local musicians.
'First settled in the 1860s, Africville was a thriving African Nova Scotian community nestled on the edge of Halifax Harbour. In the 1960s, its buildings were destroyed and residents displaced to free up land for Halifax’s industrial expansion.
Today, the Africville Museum stands in a replica of the church that was the emotional heart of Africville. Inside, audio visual kiosks, pictures, descriptive panels, and artifacts tell the story of the Africville community by commemorating the injustice of this destruction and celebrating the strong community spirit that still endures to this day.'
10 locals recommend
Africville Museum
5795 Africville Rd'First settled in the 1860s, Africville was a thriving African Nova Scotian community nestled on the edge of Halifax Harbour. In the 1960s, its buildings were destroyed and residents displaced to free up land for Halifax’s industrial expansion.
Today, the Africville Museum stands in a replica of the church that was the emotional heart of Africville. Inside, audio visual kiosks, pictures, descriptive panels, and artifacts tell the story of the Africville community by commemorating the injustice of this destruction and celebrating the strong community spirit that still endures to this day.'
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