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3 Day Stopover in Halifax

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3 days in Halifax is the perfect amount of time to experience the city and region.

With enough time to really explore the downtown core, you'll have plenty time to venture to some of Halifax's other regions, like Peggy's Cove and Dartmouth too!


3 DAYS IN HALIFAX:

Get to know Downtown Halifax

Visit nearby Downtown Dartmouth or Halifax's North End

Venture to the Peggy's Cove Coastal Region


DAY 1

Get to know Downtown Halifax

Downtown Halifax is known as the Heart of Halifax.

It is the urban core and the central hub of the Halifax region, complete with hundreds of restaurants, boutique shopping, incredible festivals and events, world-class attractions and accommodations to suit every need.

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DAY 2

Visit nearby Downtown Dartmouth or North End Halifax

Whether you visit Downtown Dartmouth by way of a ferry ride across the Halifax Harbour, or you take the 20 minute walk to Halifax's North End, you'll find unique, funky borroughs packed with cool places to explore!

Both areas are easy to get to and can easily fill a full day of your Halifax stopover.

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DAY 3

Venture to the Peggy's Cove Coastal Region

Home to Canada’s most photographed lighthouse, the Peggy’s Cove Coastal Region is where you go to experience the spirit of the Maritimes.

Enjoy scenic drives, iconic lighthouses, coastal beaches and delicious seafood. All this, on top of picturesque hikes, historic sites and unique attractions, are why Peggy's Cove is the perfect destination for your final day in Halifax.

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HIT THE TOP ATTRACTIONS

If you are in Halifax for at least 24 hours, consider purchasing a HFX Bucket List Pass!

YOU CAN SAVE UP TO 60% ON HALIFAX'S TOP ATTRACTIONS!

HFX Bucket List Pass


TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM THE AIRPORT

We have plenty of transportation options to get you to and from the airport - find the right option for you!


DETAILED ITINERARY

For a detailed 3-day itinerary packed with things to do, click the link below.


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