attractions
ATTRACTIONS
Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21
Alderney Landing
Casino Nova Scotia
2 Ochterloney St., Dartmouth 902-461-4698 / alderneylanding.com
1983 Upper Water St., Halifax / 902-425-7777 888-6GAMES6 / casinonovascotia.com
On the Dartmouth waterfront, where the Halifax Transit ferries dock, this community cultural centre features a theatre, outdoor events plaza, weekend market, art gallery, and more.
On the waterfront. 500+ slot machines, electronic table games, off-track betting, and table games including black jack, roulette, craps, and poker. Dining, live entertainment. Open Monday– Thursday, 10am–4am; weekends, open 24 hours. Must be 19+ with government-issued photo ID.
Atlantic Splash Adventure 1200 Lucasville Rd., Hammonds Plains 902-865-1025 / splashadventure.ca
Six new waterslides, plus go-carts, mini putt, and action rides. Open late June–early September. Phone for fall hours. Pay-as-you-play with attraction tickets and bracelets.
Bicentennial Theatre 12390 Hwy. 224, Middle Musquodoboit 902-384-2819 / bicentennialtheatre.ca
Hosts the annual Kirk Logan Old Time Fiddling Contest in late September, plus other musical and stage acts. Open year-round for special events and viewing by appointment.
Bishop Park 15 Shore Club Rd., Hubbards
Across from Saint Luke’s Anglican Church. Gazebo, interpretation panels, picnic tables, benches, a short walking trail, and a variety of shrubs and trees. Operated and maintained by the Hubbards Heritage Society. Open year-round. Free admission. 16 | Greater Halifax Visitor Guide 2020
Dartmouth Common Bordered by Alderney Drive, Nantucket Avenue, Victoria Road, and Park Avenue
Originally reserved in the 18th century for settlers to graze livestock, the Common is now a popular park. A cairn commemorates the 1750 landing of 353 settlers from the ship Alderney and the founding of the original town of Dartmouth. Just across Thistle Street from the Halifax Transit bus terminal.
the small lighthouse. From the mid-18th century to the Second World War, it was a key part of the harbour’s defensive network. Opening for visitors in 2020.
Granville Mall North end of Granville Street, Halifax
Destroyed by fire in 1859, the buildings on this block at the end of Granville Street were rebuilt in the Italianate style. It features a variety of restaurants, pubs, and shops with an attractive pedestrian plaza with a fountain and benches.
Halifax Central Library 5440 Spring Garden Rd., Halifax 902-492-4043 ext. 101 / halifaxpubliclibraries.ca
Fisherman’s Cove
Making a striking architectural statement, Halifax’s flagship library has drawn acclaim from around the world. Extensive collection, free Wi-Fi, publicuse computers, and spectacular views of the city. Halifax Public Libraries has 15 branches within the municipality.
4 Government Wharf Rd., Eastern Passage (off Rte. 322) 902-465-6093 / fishermanscove.ns.ca
Halifax Citadel National Historic Site
Craft shops, an art gallery, seafood restaurants, and a heritage centre providing exhibits and local information for visitors. Free admission.
Georges Island gc.gc.ca/gerogesisland
From the Halifax Waterfront, look south toward the harbour entrance: Georges is the grassy island with
Entrance off Sackville Street, Halifax 902-426-5080 / parkscanada.gc.ca/halifaxcitadel
One of Canada’s most visited National Historic Sites. Featuring two historic regiments, the restored Citadel offers hands-on immersive programs for visitors of all ages, period exhibits, guided tours, Army Museum, ghost walks inside
