Top Rated Parks to Visit in Halifax

We've collected top 10 mentioned parks in Halifax from other articles such as 2 Travel Dads, planetware.com, andrewperkins.ca.

Top Rated Parks to Visit 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
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"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."
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
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"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."
Long Lake Provincial Park
Long Lake Provincial Park
4.6 (1541 ratings)4.5 (33 ratings)
Large natural park around a lake with a 3-mile man made trail, woodland & streams.
Spryfield, NS, Canada
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by datenight
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"This popular park located just minutes from downtown Halifax offers beautiful lakeside views and encompasses over 2000 hectares of wilderness. The Lakeview Trail (3.5 km loop) within the park includes a wide, gravel and packed sand trail to make it accessible for everyone!"
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
McNabs and Lawlor Islands Provincial Park
McNabs and Lawlor Islands Provincial Park
4.8 (158 ratings)
Shearwater, NS B0J 3A0, Canada
Park
Mentioned by planetware.com
12 Top-Rated Attractions & Things to Do in Halifax | PlanetWare
"McNabs and Lawlor Island Provincial Park is located at the mouth of Halifax Harbour. Ferry boats take visitors to this natural area to enjoy bird watching, hiking, or a little history. While Lawlor Island is not open to the public, McNab Island features 400 acres of woodland area along with Fort McNab, a national historic site."
Mentioned by To Do Canada
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"One of Halifax’s best-kept secrets, McNabs Island is the largest island and can be spotted at the entrance of the Halifax Harbour. There are over 22km of beautiful hiking trails around the provincial park. Just make sure to pack enough water for everyone because there is no drinking water available in the park."
Mentioned by Discover Halifax
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"Not many people are aware that McNabs Island has a beautiful beach. Located just a couple of kilometers from downtown Halifax, McNab’s is usually an afterthought because you need a boat to get there. Being on McNabs is a unique experience in itself, with old forts that date back to the 1860s."
Frog Pond Park
Frog Pond Park
4.7 (327 ratings)
Tranquil park featuring a variety of wooded trails around a pond for hiking, biking & birding.
Purcells Cove Rd, Halifax, NS, Canada
Park
Mentioned by ChatterBlock
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"Located in Purcell's Cove, the Frog Pond Nature Trail is quick 1.6 kilometre loop that great for hikers of all skills levels. There are plenty of gazebos, picnic tables and benches for you to sit and get in some relaxation as you take in the views of the waterfront. Be extra careful in the winter as it can get slippery on the wooded trails."
DeWolf Park
DeWolf Park
4.6 (1103 ratings)4.5 (15 ratings)
150 Waterfront Dr, Bedford, NS B4A 4J4, Canada
ParkNature & ParksPlaygrounds
Victoria Park
Victoria Park
4.4 (311 ratings)4 (53 ratings)
South Park St, Halifax, NS B3J 2K8, Canada
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by Culture Trip
The Most Stunning Parks to Visit in Nova Scotia
"Visitors can easily spend an entire day exploring the beautiful 1,000-acre Victoria Park in Truro. Natural attractions include waterfalls, a winding river, hiking trails, and a steep-sided gorge, and there are plenty of opportunities for recreational activities, including swimming, cross-country skiing, tennis, cycling, cultural events, and more."
Dartmouth Commons
Dartmouth Commons
4.7 (69 ratings)
Dartmouth, NS, Canada
Park
Belchers Marsh Park
Belchers Marsh Park
4.5 (287 ratings)
Parkland Dr, Halifax, NS B3S 1X1, Canada
Park

Best Asian Food Restaurants in Halifax

Sushi Shige Japanese Restaurant
Sushi Shige Japanese Restaurant
4.7 (219 ratings)
Cozy, traditional eatery offering upmarket sushi, Japanese kitchen entrees & omakase meals.
5688 Almon St, Halifax, NS B3K 1T6, Canada
Japanese restaurantAsian restaurantRestaurantSeafood restaurantSushi restaurant
Mentioned by MSN
10 Best Budget-Friendly Eats in Halifax, Nova Scotia
"This small resto on Almon is arguably the best sushi spot in Halifax. How much you spend is really up to you. The salmon teriyaki dinner is $18, but you can also mix and match with your favourite Japanese eats — from agedashi tofu ($6) and nigiri ($6) to a variety of maki rolls."
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"Head Chef Shigeru Fukuyama has perfected the subtle art of sushi-making over 35 years. So adept is he that special requests are not only permitted but welcomed. The restaurant’s menu also offers a range of noodle dishes, salads and soups."
Thai Express Restaurant Halifax
Thai Express Restaurant Halifax
3.6 (24 ratings)
Scotia Square, 5201 Duke St, Halifax, NS B3J 1N9, Canada
Thai restaurantAsian restaurantDumpling restaurantTakeout RestaurantNoodle shopRestaurantSalad shopSoup restaurantSoutheast Asian restaurant
Hamachi Kita Sushi & Asian Flare
Hamachi Kita Sushi & Asian Flare
4.1 (317 ratings)
This relaxed locale serves classic & unique sushi rolls along with familiar Japanese & Thai entrees.
5537 Young St, Halifax, NS B3K 1Z7, Canada
Sushi restaurantAsian restaurantJapanese restaurantSeafood restaurantThai restaurant

Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Halifax

Dhaba Express
Dhaba Express
3.9 (731 ratings)
Upbeat destination for traditional Indian cuisine with a lunch/brunch buffet on weekends.
8 Oland Crescent, Halifax, NS B3S 1C6, Canada
Indian restaurantHalal restaurantVegetarian restaurant
Heartwood
Heartwood
4.3 (305 ratings)
Cozy eatery with a patio featuring local, organic vegan & vegetarian dishes in a convivial setting.
6250 Quinpool Rd, Halifax, NS B3L 1A3, Canada
Vegetarian restaurantGluten-free restaurantHealth food restaurantVegan restaurant
Tarek's Cafe
Tarek's Cafe
4.7 (415 ratings)
Casual, family-run restaurant serving Lebanese, Greek & Canadian food, including vegetarian items.
3045 Robie St, Halifax, NS B3K 4P6, Canada
Lebanese restaurantMediterranean restaurantVegetarian restaurant
Mentioned by restaurantji.com
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"Amazing veggie platter, I don't even know what half the things in it are but I loved every single thing!. The food is so fresh. 10/10 a must go when in..."

Best Diners in Halifax

Armview Restaurant & Lounge
Armview Restaurant & Lounge
4.4 (895 ratings)
Old-school diner with a patio for breakfast, sandwiches, steaks & burgers, plus spiked milkshakes.
7156 Chebucto Rd, Halifax, NS B3L 1N5, Canada
DinerBar
Mentioned by saltwire.com
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"Patient staff who accommodate requests, combined with a chilled out, happy vibe make The Armview one of our favourite spots in the city. Crayons, a colouring placemats, and a vanilla milkshake keep my little one occupied for a few minutes so I can regroup after holiday shopping hustle and bustle. 7156 Chebucto Road, Halifax"
Ardmore Tea Room
Ardmore Tea Room
4.6 (1071 ratings)
Old-school diner serving up traditional comfort dishes, teas & coffee in an easygoing atmosphere.
6499 Quinpool Rd, Halifax, NS B3L 1B1, Canada
DinerBreakfast restaurantCoffee shop
Mentioned by Culture Trip
The Best Breakfast Spots in Halifax, Nova Scotia
"If the descriptive “tea room” suggests crust-free finger sandwiches and elegant teapots of Earl Grey, you’re in for a surprise. This landmark diner, which opened in 1958, leans towards hefty breakfast items that will last you beyond lunch, such as the Lumberjack Plate (2 eggs, 3 slices of bacon, 2 sausages, ham, spiced hash browns and toast) and the easily shareable vegetable and egg breakfast burrito – topped with cheddar and chipotle sour cream. Diners certainly get their money’s worth."
Mentioned by Date Night
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"A post shared by Jaime Kelley (@takingbitesandcatchingflights). This iconic restaurant offers delicious breakfast and lunch dishes guaranteed to cure you from the Sunday Scaries. Sandwiches start at just $5 with breakfast items starting at $6.55 – such a steal!"
The Finer Diner
The Finer Diner
4.4 (392 ratings)
Canada, 9976 Peggys Cove Rd, Hacketts Cove, NS B3Z 3J3, Canada
DinerCanadian restaurantRestaurant

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