Halifax Regional Travel Guide
Welcome to Halifax Regional!
In 1990, several communities, including Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford, Sackville and Cole Harbour, joined together to form the Halifax Regional Municipality. Situated around the expansive and deep Halifax Harbour, the Halifax Regional is Canada's largest urban centre east of Quebec. The city is sophisticated and diverse, but still maintains a friendly, community-oriented atmosphere. One of Canada's most historically rich cities, Halifax Regional has a number of important attractions, including the Halifax Citadel, a star-shaped fort overlooking Halifax that was built to protect the city, and Pier 21, a historic site that honours the early immigrants who made Canada what it is today. Across the bridge in Dartmouth, nature lovers will enjoy the many lakes and pathways, while historians will appreciate the Quaker House, a 1786 home-turned-museum. Bedford offers the sprawling Hemlock Ravine Park, developed by Prince Edward in 1794. People from across the Halifax regional and the world get together every year in August for the annual Halifax Buskers Festival, a favourite event that features plenty of live entertainment.
Hotels & Motels

Welcome to the Holiday Inn Halifax - Harbourview, boasting a spectacular view of the scenic Halifax Harbour.
Tour Operators

Offering full-day and overnight sea kayaking tours of the Prospect Archepeligo, Bluerocks in Lunenburg, Peggy's Cove and the LaHave Islands, Kattuk Expeditions ensures Paddle Canada and WRFA certified guides.
Current & Upcoming Events [ View All ]
Looking for something to do in Halifax Regional? Check out these current and upcoming events. If you know of an event that is not listed in the travel guide, please feel free to add an event listing (it's free).
- Savour Food & Wine Festival
Feb 23 » Halifax - Halifax International Boat Show
Feb 23 to Feb 26 » Halifax Exhibition Park - International Careers Fair
Mar 06 » Halifax - Atlantic Outdoor Sports & R.V. Show
Mar 09 to Mar 11 » Halifax Exhibition Park - Catch: The Nova Scotia Seafood Festival
TBA » Cunard Centre - Halifax Reptile Expo
TBA » Dalhousie University
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