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Major Attractions

Dinosaur Exploration
Dinosaur Exploration at the Museum of Natural History

Imagine walking among giants from a time long gone. That’s exactly what families can do at the Museum of Natural History’s new exhibit, “Dinosaur Exploration”, from February 2 to June 23rd. Travel back in time to when dinosaurs roamed the earth.  Imagine standing next to a full-size skeleton of a
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Downtown Halifax Buskers
Downtown Halifax Is The Best Place To Be This Summer!

Get ready for another unforgettable summer in Downtown Halifax, the urban destination of the region. From vibrant events and bustling patios to delightful ice cream treats and the stunning Halifax Waterfront, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. With a special vibe and energy that can’t be found anywhere else, Downtown
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Family Fun Halifax
Splashifax is BACK!

Get ready for a ridiculously fun time at Nova Scotia’s newest waterpark adventure – Splashifax Halifax! Head on over to Hatfield Farm for a waterpark obstacle course of slides, climbing walls, a Tarzan rope, monkey bars, jumps, a catapult, and of course, the main attraction – the world’s largest inflatable
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Family Fun Halifax
Atlantic Splash Adventure

Atlantic Splash Adventure (formerly Atlantic Playland) is fun for the whole family. Make a splash in the waterslides and bumper boats – perfect on a hot summer’s day and this year they have added 6 new waterslides! Take a ride on “Big Ellie” the Atlantic Splash Adventure Ferris Wheel or
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Walk across the Angus MacDonald Memorial Bridge

We are so used to driving hastily to get from point A to point B that sometimes we forget to slow down and take in the scenery. While we do not recommend you do this while driving, we want to remind you that the walking lanes across the Angus MacDonald
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Halifax Harbour Ferry

The Halifax Harbour Ferry from Halifax to Dartmouth is the longest running ferry in North America, providing service for more than 250 years (wow). This is a short, fun trip that is a great way to get back and forth between attractions on both sides of Halifax Harbour (and cheaper
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Discovery Centre
Discover Something New at The Halifax Discovery Centre

The Discovery Centre is a museum and innovation centre in a new location at 1215 Lower Water Street, on the beautiful Halifax waterfront. This eye-catching building is an enormous air and light-filled space that offers cutting-edge experiences, innovative galleries, and incredible exhibits from around the globe.   With FOUR levels
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Visit the H.M.C.S. Sackville in the Halifax Harbour!

photo: hmcssackville.ca Ahoy Matey! Starting Friday June 24th, the HMCS Sackville Ship will be open to the public daily from 10am-5pm. Step inside and see what is was like to live and work on this ship during the Second World War. It will be staged to reflect the 2022 theme,
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Where to see the Bluenose in 2020
Where to See the Bluenose II, as She Sails Around Nova Scotia This Summer

Want to know where to see the Bluenose II this summer?  In celebration of her 100th birthday, this beautiful schooner will sail around the province as part of a tour called Sail Past Summer. Due to Covid-19 restrictions you won’t be able to board the ship, but rest assured, she
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Louisbourg Wake up in the past Photo by Debbie Malaidack
18th Century Camping at the Fortress Louisbourg: An Incredible, Historical Cape Breton Experience from Parks Canada

Would your family enjoy spending the night alone in an 18th Century fortress…with only a single sheet of canvas between you and the elements? How about the freedom to explore the restored town, beach and trails throughout the night, and then again the next morning, before any visitors or staff arrive? With
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