South End
Halifax





Popular places to visit

Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
Browse personal items that survived the Titanic, enjoy dinner with a sea view and shop in the lively market along this scenic walkway.

St. Mary's University
Enjoy the student vibe at St. Mary's University as part of your travels around Halifax. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
Climb aboard a century-old ship and discover Atlantic Canada’s seafaring tales and maritime heritage at this harborfront museum.

Halifax Public Gardens
Halifax’s Victorian-style gardens are a hidden gem for heritage and respite in the city center. Walk among fountains, ponds and manicured gardens.

Halifax City Hall
This eclectically designed monument is home to the municipal government and is the symbolic center of Halifax Regional Municipality.

Point Pleasant Park
Discover forest trails, harbor views, wartime heritage and Shakespeare at this peninsula park that sees the forest meet the Atlantic Ocean.
Things to do

Half-Day Historical Tour of Halifax

Halifax Small Peggy’s Cove Express

Halifax Premium Driving Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery

Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore

Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Annapolis Valley
Top hotels in South End

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Room was great and staff were friendly.
Reviewed on 14 Dec, 2025

The Barrington Hotel
I didn't have breakfast
Reviewed on 14 Dec, 2025

The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
Great stay
Reviewed on 15 Dec, 2025

Hotel Halifax
room spotless, staff very friendly
Reviewed on 15 Dec, 2025

Prince George Hotel
Clean room, friendly staff, good location
Reviewed on 15 Dec, 2025

Four Points by Sheraton Halifax
We had a great stay at the Four Points by Sheraton. The location is very convenient to everything you would want to do in downtown Halifax. The parking was easy to navigate and the staff were very friendly. The room was clean and the beds were very comfortable. The toilet in our room did leak but ...
Reviewed on 14 Dec, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South End

Downtown Halifax
Downtown Halifax is beloved for its captivating waterfront views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Neptune Theatre and Maritime Museum of the Atlantic.

Armview
Armview might not have many top sights, but Chocolate Lake Beach and Halifax Shopping Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

North End
You'll enjoy the bars and live music in North End. You might want to make time for a stop at Shakespeare by the Sea or Emera Oval.

Melville Cove
While Melville Cove isn't home to many top sights, Chocolate Lake Beach and Mont Blanc Anchor Site are some notable places to visit nearby.

Westmount
While there might not be top attractions in Westmount, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Halifax Shopping Centre and Chocolate Lake Beach.

Cowie Hill
While Cowie Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Chocolate Lake Beach and Mont Blanc Anchor Site.

