Major Attractions

  The newly renovated and named 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 ...Read More

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 ...Read More

Situated on the far side of the Citadel, this modern, midsize museum offers a good introduction to the flora and fauna of Nova Scotia. Galleries include geology, botany, mammals, and birds, plus exhibits of archaeology and Mi’kmaq culture. The museum of Natural History is ...Read More

  The Prince of Wales Tower, known locally as The Martello Tower: is a popular stop on a tour around the South End of Halifax’s Point Pleasant Park. The Prince of Wales tower is the oldest Martello tower in North America. The forts and ...Read More

The oldest continuously running Farmers Market in North America, extending from Piers 19 to 23 on the Halifax Waterfront,  The Halifax Seaport Farmers Market has approximately 45,000  square feet of ecologically friendly floor space hosting over 250 local products, crafts people, artisans and entertainers… ...Read More

The Alderney Landing Weekend Farmer’s Market is a bustling Farmer’s market in Dartmouth, at the Alderney Landing Terminal. Come to experience a market space filled with food, craft, lotions and potions, art and other curiosities! It’s a place where there is something for everyone, ...Read More

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 ...Read More