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 collegiate vibe at St. Mary's University during your visit to 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 City Hall
This eclectically designed monument is home to the municipal government and is the symbolic center of Halifax Regional Municipality.
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.
Nova Scotia Archives
You can browse the exhibits at Nova Scotia Archives, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Halifax. Discover the acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Halifax Premium Driving Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery
Halifax Small Peggy’s Cove Express
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Annapolis Valley
Half-Day Historical Tour of Halifax
South End Hotel Deals
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Hotel is beautiful. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025
The Barrington Hotel
Yes. One of the best stays we have had in Halifax.
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
This hotel doesn’t have a pool, but on check in they stated they have complimentary access to one nearby. I wish this was listed in their ad when booking so we could have packed accordingly and used the nearby pool.
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025
Hotel Halifax
Everything was great!
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025
Four Points by Sheraton Halifax
nice place for a comfortable stay -- spent a week on a holiday -- friendly and efficient staff and a good location too.
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025
Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel
Yes
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025
Other neighborhoods around South End
Downtown Halifax
A bustling financial and entertainment hub, Downtown Halifax boasts attractions like Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk and Citadel Hill, over 200 restaurants and bars, and shopping areas such as Park Lane and Spring Garden Road. Halifax Transit offers convenient public transit options.
Armview
When in Armview, you can plan a visit to Chocolate Lake Beach and Halifax Shopping Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
North End
Thriving artistic community with musicians, painters, and writers, the area boasts historic churches, military installations, and the Halifax Shipyard. Gottingen Street offers shops, bars, and clubs, while Agricola Street features local galleries and restaurants.
Melville Cove
When in Melville Cove, you can plan a visit to Chocolate Lake Beach and Sir Sandford Fleming Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Westmount
While Westmount might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Halifax Shopping Centre and Chocolate Lake Beach.
Cowie Hill
When in Cowie Hill, you can plan a visit to Chocolate Lake Beach and Halifax Shopping Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
