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EXPLORE HISTORIC HALIFAX
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EXPLORE
HALIFAX &
DARTMOUTH
Follow the walking route highlighted in pink and you’ll
another iconic Halifax landmark, dating back to 1803.
discover Halifax’s rich history and warm charm with every
Steps lead up to the Halifax Citadel Fortification which
step. You will begin your journey at the Halifax Seaport,
stands watch over the city. One of Canada’s most visited
a vibrant arts and cultural district found at the south end
National Historic Sites, this is the perfect place to discover
of the Halifax waterfront. Extending from Piers 19 to 23,
our military heritage and enjoy panoramic vistas of the
you will find artisans, retailers, cruise terminals, event
city and the harbour beyond.
facilities, cafés, galleries, offices, a museum, a university
and a farmers’ market. This district has been redeveloped
Continue your walk west along Sackville Street and
to showcase local talent and is now a popular destination
you’ll soon reach the Halifax Public Gardens. These
for locals and visitors alike. We invite you to discover the
fine Victorian gardens are an oasis in the heart
Halifax Seaport!
of the city – savour a freshly brewed coffee or
hand paddled ice cream, while enjoying a sunny
Continuing along the waterfront, you’ll find shops and
afternoon, or delight in a free Sunday concert
dining options just off the boardwalk at Bishop’s Landing
at the bandstand. Find more stylish shopping
and seasonal spots along the boardwalk. A short walk along
and dining along Spring Garden Road, where
the boardwalk, you can dine at Waterfront Warehouse, then
some of the city’s finest restaurants, bars and
explore our rich seafaring heritage at the Maritime Museum
boutiques are popular destinations for locals
of the Atlantic. Continuing north along the boardwalk, you
and visitors alike. The Halifax Public Library’s
will find Murphy’s The Cable Wharf. Fresh, local lobster and
unique architecture will surely catch your
delicious seafood dishes are always on the menu, where the
attention along this walkable street.
dockside restaurant and patio offer some of the best views
of the Halifax Harbour. Be sure to check out the restored
Wherever you stroll, you’re sure to find
heritage buildings of Historic Properties, which now house
something to entice you in the compact
interesting shops, and boutiques. And stroll a little further
and bustling downtown of this historic
along and try your luck at the beautiful waterside Casino
and vibrant city. Don’t miss the
Nova Scotia.
entertainment district – Argyle
Street.
Heading uphill and west leads you past the culturally rich
historic Granville Mall where budding artists study and
Hop the ferry to Dartmouth for a
often display their work. On Barrington Street, City Hall and
unique perspective of our seaside
historic St. Paul’s Anglican Church bracket Grand Parade
destination, while strolling the
square. Perched on the side of Citadel Hill, along Brunswick
downtown core.
Street at the top of Carmichael, the Old Town Clock is
DOWNTOWN HALIFAX MAP
Halifax’s Downtown Walk’s duration is 2 to 3 hours.
Halifax Seaport
Points of Interest
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Alexander Keith’s Nova Scotia Brewery
Armouries
Art Gallery of Nova Scotia
Barrington Street (Superstore)
+ Pharmacy
Sands at Salter
BMO Bank of Montreal
Murphy’s The Cable Wharf
Canada Post
Casino Nova Scotia
Cathedral Church of All Saints
CIBC
Cunard Centre
Dockside Shops at Pavilion 22
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Mission to Seafarers
Chebucto Landing
City Hall
Cornwallis Park
Cornwallis Street Baptist Church
CSS Acadia
Discovery Centre
Future Site of Discovery Centre
DalTech
Ferry Terminal
Garrison Brewery Co.
Government House
Grand Parade
Granville Mall
Halifax Central Library
Halifax Citadel National Historic Site
and Army Museum
Halifax Public Gardens
Halifax Explosion Carillon
Halifax Seaport Farmers’ Market
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Historic Properties
HMCS Sackville
Tomavinos Pizzeria
Little Dutch Church
Maritime Centre
Maritime Command Museum
Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
Museum of Natural History
Nathan Green Square
Naval Dockyards / CFB Halifax
Neptune Theatre
Mary E. Black Gallery & Collectors Gallery,
Nova Scotia Centre for Craft and Design
NSCAD University
Nova Scotia Archives
NovaScotian Crystal
Nova Scotia Sport Hall of Fame
Old Burying Ground
Old Fire Station
Old Town Clock
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I7 70. TD Bank
Our Lady of Sorrows Chapel
I8 71. Theodore Tugboat
Pavilion 20
Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 D7 72. VIA Rail Train Station / Bus Station
F8 73. Waterfront Warehouse
Province House
D7 74. The Westin Nova Scotian
Purdy’s Wharf
I6 75. World Trade and Convention Centre
Provincial Court House
C8 76. East Coast Lifestyle
Queen’s Landing
C8 77. Designer Craft Shop
RBC Royal Bank
H6 78. Nova Centre
Sackville Landing
Saint George’s Round Church
Scotiabank
Scotiabank Centre
Scotia Square Mall
Visitor
Taxi Stand
P Parking
Information
St. David’s Church
ATM
H Hospital
Centre
St. Mary’s Basilica
Emergency
WiFi
Public
St. Matthew’s Church
Children’s
Emergency
Washroom
St. Paul’s Church
Pharmacy
Summit Amphitheatre
Church
(Stubborn Goat Beer Garden) * Shopping, tours, experiences and quick cuisine.
E8 69. Tall Ships Quay
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QUINPOOL RD.
3km
6km
COBURG RD
Halifax Harbourwalk
Suggested walking route
A B C D E F G H I J K
45
ROBIE STREET
POINT PLEASANT PARK
49
1
13
53 43
MARGINAL ROAD
23
52
31
44
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R
AG
Bishop’s
Landing
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ST
3
DR
IVE
NI
E
GRAFTON STREET
RA
IN
Nova Centre
Residence Inn
78
by Marriott
Halifax Downtown ARGYLE STREET
65
42
Hollis
Halifax
Courtyard
1 by Marriott
Halifax
Downtown
5
*
61
3
8
BEDFORD ROW
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68
59 33 ?
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19
16
70 11
54
Scotia
Square
Shops &
Offices
75 47
25
20
GRANVILLE STREET
Four Points by
Sheraton Halifax
73
67
ST
N
37
GE 30
18
COGSWELL STREET
ALBEMARLE STREET
62
Prince
George
Hotel
35
41
60
4
5
To Routes
7, 111
Dartmouth
Bedford
Delta Halifax
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DUKE STREET
MARKET STREET
64
T
E
RE
Hampton Inn
by Hilton and
Homewood Suites
by Hilton
STREET
CARMICHAEL ST.
BRUNSWICK
PRINCE STREET
24
A
OL
IC
2
Police
Station
LOWER WATER STREET
Future site
of Discovery
Centre
ET
IN
TT
GO
Cambridge
Suites Hotel
48
BARRINGTON STREET
66
36
HOLLIS STREET
Westin
Nova Scotian
Hotel
OUTBOUND
RE
28
50
BLOWERS ST.
56
BISHOP ST.
HARVEY STREET
TERMINAL RO
AD
74
SACKVILLE STREET
CLYDE ST.
BIRMINGHAM ST.
SPRING GARDEN ROAD
TOBIN STREET
72
?
MORRIS STREET
SOUTH STREET
FENWICK STREET
KENT STREET
GREEN STREET
7
76 77 34
City Centre
Atlantic
21
The
Halliburton
Park Lane
& Cinemas
DRESDEN ROW
CHURCH ST.
17
4
12
Kwik Wash
Laundromat
2
Garrison
Grounds
Spring Garden
Place
27
Halifax
Waverley Inn
ST
Lord Nelson
Hotel
QUEEN STREET
14
L
L
BE
GEORGE ST.
UNIVERSITY AVENUE
MARGINAL
ROAD
INGLIS STREET
T
6
A
RO
AHERN AVENUE
BRENTON ST.
Cemetery
LO
P
E
D
29
Halifax
Commons
and
Emera
102
Oval
OL
Wanderers
Grounds
SOUTH P
PARK STREET
51
TR
39
MARTELLO
STREET
Victoria
Park
5
8
SUMMER STREET
10
To Point Pleasant Park
P
YOUNG
AVENUE
4
TOWER
ROAD
VICTORIA ROAD
OAD
3
Entrances at the south end of Tower Rd. and the south end of
Point Pleasant Dr., Halifax 311
Only minutes from downtown, this magnificent 75-hectare park
covers the southern tip of the Halifax peninsula, jutting into the mouth
of the harbour. Features include extensive walking trails, picnic areas,
canteen, supervised beach and the ruins of several forts.
Open daily, 5am to midnight, year-round.
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SALTER STREET
POINT PLEASANT DRIVE
102
INBOUND
YOUNG AVENUE
2
1
To Quinpool Road
Route 3, 103
Peggy’s Cove
South Shore
OAD
ER R
TOW
Point Pleasant Park
To Titanic
burial sites
Atlantica
Hotel Halifax
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63
26
Delta Barrington
42
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R
58
ET
STRE
TE
UPPER WA
46
15
57 *
7
22
Ferry to
Woodside
32
9
Marriott
Harbourfront
Hotel
Historic
Properties
7
55
40
Ferry to Downtown
Dartmouth
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A B C D E F G H I J K
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