Halifax
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In this Article
- Introduction
- Neighbourhoods
- Sights and Activities
- Events and Festivals
- Weather
- Getting There
- Getting Around
- Eat
- Drink
- Sleep
- Work
- Learn
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Introduction
Halifax is a port city with a lively night scene and, as one of Canada's oldest cities, some beautiful architecture and historical sights, including the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site. More information available from the Tourism Nova Scotia's Halifax Guide
Neighbourhoods
Sights and Activities
Events and Festivals
Weather
Halifax has generally warm summers, averaging around 20 to 23 degrees Celcius during the day from June to September, dropping to around 12 degrees at night. Winters are cold, between 0 (max) and -10 degrees Celcius. Alltime highs are 37 and -27 degrees Celcius. Precipitation is evenly distributed throughout the year, between 100 and 120 mm of rain (and snow in winter) a month, on 12 to 17 days a month.
Getting There
By Plane
The Halifax Robert L. Stanfield International Airport is the Atlantic Canadian hub for all domestic, regional and international services. Scheduled air service into Nova Scotia is available from all major Canadian cities, from all major United States cities through connecting hubs at Boston and New York, and from major European cities through the connecting hub at London (England).
By Bus
Greyhound from New York and Voyageur from Montreal connect with Acadian Lines which serves Atlantic Canada. At Amherst, intra provincial bus lines link most major communities.
By Train
Via Rail Canada provides transcontinental train service; there are stations in Truro and Halifax. Call toll-free 1-888-842-7245.
By Car
Highways from all points in the United States and Canada join the Trans Canada Highway from New Brunswick into Nova Scotia.
By Boat
The Port of Halifax is a large port, and a number of trans-Atlantic and east coast USA ships dock in Halifax. Information on the port can be found from the Port of Halifax Website.
Getting Around
By Car
By Public Transport
Halifax Metro Transit offers bus, BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) and Ferry service in the Halifax region. Schedules and route information can be found from the Metro Transit Website.
By Foot
By Bike
Eat
Drink
Sleep
Budget
| Property | Address | Type | Popularity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Halifax Backpackers | 2193 Gottingen Street | Hostel | 76 |
| HI-Halifax, Halifax Heritage House Hostel | 1253 Barrington Street Barrington Street | Hostel | 84 |
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