Best Outdoor Activities in Halifax

We've collected top 10 mentioned outdoor activities in Halifax from other articles such as andrewperkins.ca, The Dog People by Rover.com, University of King's College School of Journalism.

Best Outdoor Activities in Halifax

Point Pleasant Park
Point Pleasant Park
4.7 (3219 ratings)4.5 (786 ratings)
Leafy destination on Halifax peninsula with trails, fort ruins, a historic tower & a swimming beach.
5530 Point Pleasant Dr, Halifax, NS B3H 1B5, Canada
ParkOutdoor ActivitiesJogging Paths & Tracks
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
The 15 best free things to do in Halifax
"Explore the forested trails and military monuments at Point Pleasant Park, located at the south end of Halifax. There, you can see old artillery batteries such as the Prince of Wales Tower, the oldest tower in North America. The park’s roots can be traced back as early as the 17th century, and the city of Halifax actually rents the site from the British Government for 1 shilling a year."
Mentioned by andrewperkins.ca
Best Halifax Parks for You and Your Dog!
"My dog walker Tony takes me here most weekdays with his pack of dogs, and my uncle Andrew usually takes me on Wednesdays and or Fridays."
Lawrencetown Beach Provincial Park
Lawrencetown Beach Provincial Park
4.7 (444 ratings)4.5 (174 ratings)
NS-207, East Lawrencetown, NS, Canada
BeachOutdoor Activities
Mentioned by Discover Halifax
10 Halifax Beaches You NEED to Visit
"Lawrencetown, Eastern Shore | ~40 mins drive from Downtown Halifax. Lawrencetown is one of the most well-known beaches in Nova Scotia, primarily gaining popularity for its world-class surfing conditions. Lawrencetown is a quintessential Nova Scotia beach, featuring sand, rocks, cliffs, beach grass, big surf and surrounded by wildlife."
Mentioned by TripHobo
Things to do in Halifax - Places to Visit in Halifax
"Lawrencetown beach is located 25 minutes away from Halifax by road. It is a popular beach for the local and international surfing community. The beach stretches out for 1.5 km and has beautiful views of the ocean."
Sir Sandford Fleming Park
Sir Sandford Fleming Park
4.7 (968 ratings)4.5 (52 ratings)
95-acre park with extensive walking trails, a boat launch & a 1912 tower with Northwest Arm views.
260 Dingle Rd, Halifax, NS B3P, Canada
ParkOutdoor ActivitiesHiking Trails
Mentioned by Arthritis & Injury Care Centre
Hiking Trails in Halifax & Dartmouth, NS
"From the Armdale Rotary in Halifax take the Purcells Cove Road. Turn left at the lights on the hill onto Purcells Cove Road. 1.4 km later, turn left onto Dingle Road and then left again."
Hemlock Ravine Park
Hemlock Ravine Park
4.6 (656 ratings)4 (42 ratings)
Sloped 200-acre nature park with 2.5 mi. of marked trails, off-leash areas & a heart-shaped pond.
Halifax, NS B3M 2G2, Canada
ParkOutdoor ActivitiesHiking Trails
Conrad's Beach
Conrad's Beach
4.6 (81 ratings)4.5 (19 ratings)
Lawrencetown, NS, Canada
BeachOutdoor Activities
The Bluff Wilderness Hiking Trail
The Bluff Wilderness Hiking Trail
4.8 (204 ratings)4 (14 ratings)
2890 St Margarets Bay Rd, Timberlea, NS B3T 1H4, Canada
Hiking areaOutdoor ActivitiesHiking Trails
MacCormacks Beach Provincial Park
MacCormacks Beach Provincial Park
4.5 (506 ratings)4.5 (18 ratings)
1641 Shore Rd, Eastern Passage, NS, Canada
ParkOutdoor ActivitiesBeaches
Mentioned by threeisus | travel with kids
15 Outdoor Things to do in Halifax with Kids
"Located in Eastern Passage, this is a good circular hike along a boardwalk. You can step off the boardwalk in several places and walk out onto the rocks or beach. The beach is right beside the shops and pier of Eastern Passage, so make sure to stop for a quick bite to eat (the lobster sandwich is great!) or shop for some local souvenirs."
Hatfield Farm
Hatfield Farm
4.4 (256 ratings)4 (79 ratings)
1840 Hammonds Plains Rd, Hammonds Plains, NS B4B 1P4, Canada
Wedding venueOutdoor ActivitiesChildren's party serviceEvent venueGroup accommodationEquestrian Trails
Mentioned by To Do Canada
100 Family Fun Activities in Halifax Metro
"Even though the Hatfield Farm is located within HRM, it feels like the city is far away. The Hatfield Farm offers wagon and sleigh rides, pony rides, petting zoo, and much more. So, take the kids and become a cowboy for the day at Hatfield Farm."
Rainbow Haven Beach Provincial Park
Rainbow Haven Beach Provincial Park
4.7 (1180 ratings)4 (16 ratings)
Lifeguarded in summer, this beach has boardwalks, change houses & showers for public use.
2248 Cow Bay Rd, Cow Bay, NS B3G 1K8, Canada
ParkOutdoor ActivitiesBeaches
Crowbar Lake Trail
Crowbar Lake Trail
4.8 (90 ratings)4.5 (6 ratings)
1800 Myra Rd, Porters Lake, NS B3E 1H2, Canada
ParkOutdoor ActivitiesNature & Wildlife AreasHiking Trails
Mentioned by University of King's College School of Journalism
Four hiking trails in the Halifax region to try out this spring
"In Porters Lake, Crowbar Lake Hiking Trail system offers an 18 kilometre footpath that follows a small lake. The trail system breaks down into four smaller trails, each offering different views of the scenery surrounding Porters Lake. Each section of the trail allows hikers to return to the beginning of the rail easily, so hikers can customize their walk."

Top Best Chinese Restaurants in Halifax

Hop Sing Restaurants Ltd
Hop Sing Restaurants Ltd
4.2 (177 ratings)
324 Herring Cove Rd, Halifax, NS B3R 1V4, Canada
Chinese restaurantAsian restaurantDelivery RestaurantTakeout Restaurant
Zen Chinese Cuisine
Zen Chinese Cuisine
3.3 (178 ratings)
Enduring Chinese favorites like chow mein & egg rolls, plus dim sum, in a straightforward space.
287 Lacewood Dr #119, Halifax, NS B3M 3Y7, Canada
Chinese restaurant
New Panda Buffet
New Panda Buffet
4.4 (11 ratings)
100 Main St, Dartmouth, NS B2W 4S8, Canada
Chinese restaurant

Free Museums in Halifax

Museum of Natural History
Museum of Natural History
4.5 (1548 ratings)4 (195 ratings)
Natural history & science museum, established in 1868, with live animals & interactive exhibits.
1747 Summer St, Halifax, NS B3H 3A6, Canada
Natural history museumMuseums
Mentioned by To Do Canada
100 Family Fun Activities in Halifax Metro
"Visit the Museum of Natural History with the kids and tour the many Galleries such as Archeology, Aquatic life, Geology, mammals and more. The Museum has lots of interesting things to see, especially the forest exhibit with Gus the Tortoise, who is 94 years old. There is a small gift shop and an area in the basement level to relax and eat any snacks you might take with you."
Mentioned by Expatify
The Museums of Halifax, Nova Scotia
"Halifax’s Museum of Natural History is an institution that depicts the regional geological past and present, through a variety of static and interactive exhibits. Along with rotating exhibitions that feature huge dinosaurs, this museum has galleries that display archaeology, geology, mammals, birds, marine life, ethnology and botany."
Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
4.5 (2601 ratings)4.5 (2893 ratings)
Large maritime museum, with boatbuilding, shipwreck & naval exhibits, plus a historic vessel.
1675 Lower Water St, Halifax, NS B3J 1S3, Canada
Maritime museumMuseumsHistory MuseumsMilitary MuseumsSpecialty Museums
Halifax Citadel National Historic Site
Halifax Citadel National Historic Site
4.6 (4041 ratings)4.5 (3391 ratings)
Founded in 1749, this star-shaped hilltop fort offers guided tours, plus a coffee bar & gift shop.
5425 Sackville St, Halifax, NS B3J 3Y3, Canada
Historical landmarkMuseumsHistoric SitesMilitary MuseumsLookouts
Mentioned by Touropia
12 Best Things to Do in Halifax
"Set in the center of the city is the star-shaped Halifax Citadel which looms over downtown from atop of its prominent hilltop. Such is its strategic position that four forts have been built in the same spot since 1749 with the current citadel having been completed in 1856. Besides wandering around the grounds and fortifications of the National Historic Site, visitors can also stop by its on-site Army Museum."
Mentioned by The Planet D: Adventure Travel Blog
The Best Things to do in Halifax, Nova Scotia
"One of the not-to-miss things to do in Halifax is to make your way up to the Halifax Citadel. The Halifax Citadel was a fortification that stood guard over the city. This national historic site will take you back in time from its origin in 1856 through World War II and today."

Best Breweries and Beer Places in Halifax

Bishop's Cellar
Bishop's Cellar
4.7 (379 ratings)
Time-tested, local shop featuring a variety of global wines, beers & liquors, plus regular classes.
Bishops Landing, 1477 Lower Water Street, Halifax, NS B3J 3Z4, Canada
Wine storeBeer storeDelivery service
Mentioned by THAT BACKPACKER
Halifax for Foodies: Where to Eat + What to Eat in Halifax, Nova Scotia!
"One really cool food tour we did in Halifax was the Wines on the Water tour aboard Tall Ship Silva. We got to cruise along Halifax Harbour and up the Northwest Arm while enjoying a charcuterie board, grilled lobster tail and scallops, and various white and red wines from Nova Scotia. It was a really fun evening out accompanied by live music and it all ended with a dance party as we pulled back to port."
NSLC Express
NSLC Express
3.6 (45 ratings)
1940 Barrington St, Halifax, NS B3J 0G1, Canada
Liquor storeBeer store
Chain Yard Urban Cidery
Chain Yard Urban Cidery
4.6 (561 ratings)
Local cider maker's taproom for flights or pints, plus local craft beers & hearty Nova Scotian eats.
2606 Agricola St, Halifax, NS B3K 4C8, Canada
Cider barAlcohol manufacturerAlcoholic beverage wholesalerBreweryBrewpubCider millLiquor storeRestaurant
Mentioned by saltwire.com
THE LIST: 5 kid-friendly restaurants in HRM that you'll love, too | Saltwire
"As if crisp, tasty cider, and fabulous food coming out the incredibly tiny Unchained Kitchen space weren’t enough, Chain Yard also hosts BYOBB - bring your own baby/kids/family to the bar - events. A section of the taproom is made into a movie theatre during the BYOBB events, with a projection screen, and children can sit in the theatre, or at the table with their parents wearing wireless headphones. With colouring sheets, a kid-friendly menu, and prizes handed out, BYOBB is a no-brainer for parents."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Halifax

Brewery Park 304 - Traditional North End Halifax Suite
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$90 /night
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Star of the Sea B&B
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$27 /night
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4.1 (6 reviews)
Lakeside-Halifax 2BR Apt Prvt Bath&Kitchen Prvt Entrance
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$150 /night
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