Halifax is the capital city of Nova Scotia and the largest city in Atlantic Canada. The city’s origins and rich maritime history derive from a strategic location and one of the world’s great natural harbours. In the 19th and early 20th centuries, Halifax was the entry point for European immigration to Canada. Today, Halifax is a busy Atlantic seaport and the economic and cultural hub of Atlantic Canada.
Extreme cold or hot temperatures are rare, as Halifax is located next to the ocean. Also the Gulf Stream helps making the winters milder. The summer months see temperatures average around 23 °C (73 °F) for daytime highs and 16 °C (61 °F) for overnight lows.
Halifax is a generally safe city, but you should be aware when walking around certain areas of the city at night. The North End, including the Gottingen Street area, is relatively safe by international standards but has something of a rough reputation locally. In most cases, common sense should suffice.
Halifax Cruise Terminal is located about 20 – 30 minutes from the central area – it isan easy walk.
Local curreny is Canadian Dollar
Things to do in Halifax NS
If you are limited for time and only visiting Halifax for a day we have highlighted the top sights to see. Before booking a cruise line excursion to your preferred highlight check out what tours are offered in Halifax by Viator and Get your Guide – you could find a tour which better matches your preferences and could make a significant saving.
Our top attractions in Halifax
Take a walk along the historic 4.5km waterfront boardwalk
Take a tour to Peggy’s Cove – an historic fishing village.
Take the hop on hop off city bus tour
Please Note – when booking a private excursion that is not operated by the cruise line it is your responsibility to ensure that you are back in port in good time for the ‘All Aboard’ time. We suggest allowing at least 1 hour after your ships arrival in port to allow for immigration clearances and plan to be back in port at least 1 hour before ‘All Aboard’ time to allow for any traffic issues etc on your return journey.