Things to Do

Discovery Centre

Don’t miss your chance to “get in the game” with Discovery Centre’s latest featured exhibit: Game Changers!

Go retro and play Tetris on a giant Gameboy or try your hand at Super Mario Bros. on a massive original Nintendo controller. Then flash forward to the future of gaming with virtual and augmented reality experiences.

On now until September 10th.

Art Gallery of Nova Scotia

The painted house of Maud Lewis, the iconic Canadian folk artist, is on permanent display at the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia.

Visit Atlantic Canada’s largest art museum and see the Maud Lewis Painted House and the largest public collection of her work.

Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21

Visit the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 to discover the important role that Halifax played in the so many Canadian immigrants' lives.

Top 5 Lobster Rolls in Halifax!

A lobster roll is a quick and easy way of getting your seafood fix. Thankfully there are many delicious ones around town to grab – click here are a few top choices!

Discover Halifax's best family attractions

Here are some of the best attractions for families in Halifax!

Halifax's Magical Island: Sable Island

If you are confused or unsure of how to exactly visit Sable Island, click here for a list of three ways to get to Sable Island!

Top 5 Cycling Trails in Halifax

Explore Halifax by bike with these 5 local routes!