5 days in Halifax Itinerary

The largest city on Canada's eastern coastline, Halifax boast a rich maritime history and occupies a strategically important location with one of the world's greatest natural harbors.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Halifax: Peggy's Cove (William deGarthe Art Gallery & Peggy's Cove Lighthouse), Peggy Of The Cove (in Glen Margaret) and Swissair Flight 111 Memorial (in Indian Harbour). There's still lots to do: admire the natural beauty at Halifax Public Gardens, take an in-depth tour of Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, learn about all things military at Halifax Citadel National Historic Site, and indulge your thirst for a good beer at Alexander Keith's Brewery.

For maps, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Halifax trip itinerary maker tool.

In October in Halifax, expect temperatures between 18°C during the day and 8°C at night.