Halifax - Nova Scotia
Transcription
Halifax - Nova Scotia
Halifax Metro Area Patio at Saege Bistro 43 A vibrant capital city by the sea W hether you set out to navigate Halifax with a plan in mind and a map in hand or by spontaneously seeing where the wind takes you, enjoy the journey. Adventures can be found around every corner. As the cultural and historical capital of Atlantic Canada, Halifax has been delighting visitors for over 265 years. Just a short, 15-minute ferry ride across the harbour is Dartmouth. The downtown is compact and walkable, with a beautiful boardwalk and locally owned cafés, restaurants, galleries, and bars. Browse Portland Street, where you’ll find a collection of dedicated and inspiring shop owners providing a unique local shopping experience. Enjoy a freshly brewed coffee and rich, buttery croissant at Two If By Sea, one of the city’s most acclaimed cafés. Not-To-Be-Missed Experiences Halifax is so rich with history, culture, natural beauty, festivities, and fun. Be a soldier for a day Halifax Citadel National Historic Site Home to the 78th Highland Regiment, Halifax’s star-shaped fortress has stood watch over the city since the mid-1800s (see page 58). Hear captivating seafaring stories, from small crafts to Titanic Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, Halifax Dive into Nova Scotia’s fascinating seafaring history, in the heart of the waterfront (see page 58). A garden oasis in the heart of the city Halifax Public Gardens Designated a National Historic Site, these formal Victorian gardens are filled with winding pathways, fountains, and flowerbeds over 17 acres, perfect for a relaxing stroll with an ice cream, photography, and daydreaming (see page 58). Take one of Canada’s best walks in our capital city by the sea Halifax Waterfront Soldiers for a day Halifax Citadel National Historic Site Downtown Halifax’s waterfront boardwalk Hugging the harbour for 10 city blocks from Pier 21 to Casino Nova Scotia, the boardwalk follows the water’s edge past historic sites, shops, restaurants, and attractions. Be inspired by Atlantic Canada’s largest art collection Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, Halifax From the folk art of Maud Lewis to contemporary works, the region’s largest collection of regional, Canadian, and international art resides in a historic downtown building dating from the 1860s (see page 60). Cruise on the Halifax-Dartmouth ferry For amazing views of Halifax and the harbour, take a ride on the ferry between downtown Halifax and downtown Dartmouth. The best deal in the city at $2.50 per adult! Enjoy nearby cafés and a waterfront walk; kids will love the shipshaped playground at Alderney Landing. Halifax Metro Area Behold the bustling music scene at one of the many live music venues or at the annual jazz festival. Take in a live outdoor performance of Shakespeare by the Sea at the city’s 186-acre seaside urban park. Halifax Public Gardens See crystal being made before your eyes NovaScotian Crystal, Halifax Waterfront Some of the finest crystal in the world is made in Nova Scotia. On the scenic Halifax Waterfront, NovaScotian Crystal follows a centuries-old tradition of mouth-blowing and hand-cutting every piece, from bowls to wine glasses. Stop by for a live demonstration (see page 59). 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com Learn about the province’s history both landside and seaside in a tour of the city on an amphibious vehicle, or explore the beautiful waterfront by bike, foot, or Segway. Looking to explore the cultural identity of our nation? Be sure to visit Canada’s newest national museum, the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, featuring newly expanded exhibitions showcasing Canada’s immigration story. 44 All-Weather Fun Take in these engaging indoor activities. Alexander Keith’s Nova Scotia Brewery, Halifax Explore one of the oldest working breweries in North America with costumed guides leading the way. There’ll be music, stories, games and, yes, beer (see page 57). Atlantic Canada Aviation Museum, Enfield Explore hundreds of aviation artifacts at the Halifax Stanfield International Airport exit off Highway 102, including aircrafts and simulators, from the earliest balloons and gliders to modern airplanes (see page 57). Casino Nova Scotia, Halifax Museum of Natural History Enjoy gaming and entertainment at its best (see page 58). Discovery Centre, Halifax Nova Scotia’s only hands-on science centre—have fun with giant bubbles, fire triangles, bananas frozen by liquid nitrogen, and flying pie plates. New waterfront site set to open in fall 2016 (see page 58). Museum of Natural History, Halifax Discover the natural wonders of Nova Scotia’s land and sea. Permanent and visiting exhibitions are complemented by interpretive programs for all ages (see page 58). Casino Nova Scotia Alexander Keith’s Brewery Nova Scotia Sport Hall of Fame, Halifax Hear stories of Nova Scotia sport and sport heroes, including the popular Sidney Crosby collection (see page 59). Vibrant Night Life Whether you prefer kicking up your heels in bustling pubs or unwinding in cozy hideaways, you’ll discover why Halifax is Canada’s East Coast hub for music. Spend some time off the beaten path in the Halifax Metro area and discover another side of this charming region! The Carleton, Halifax The Park Avenue Community Oven, a free wood-fired public oven, is a neighbourhood gathering place focused on food, education, and enjoyment. Come and cook your own pizza, bread, or meal during Open Oven hours on Saturdays. Halifax Metro Area An impressive roster of Canadian and international singersongwriters creates one-of-a-kind concert experiences in this intimate, relaxed music bar. thecarleton.ca Celtic Corner, Dartmouth Enjoy traditional Maritime music, from open-mic nights to Celtic kitchen parties. celticcorner.ca Durty Nelly’s, Halifax Eastern Canada’s most authentic Irish pub offers up toe-tapping live entertainment every Thursday through Saturday. durtynellys.ca The Lower Deck, Halifax Experience Halifax’s quintessential sociable pub party venue, offering live rock, retro, and folk music at the landmark waterfront destination and the Clayton Park location. lowerdeck.ca The Old Triangle Irish Alehouse, Halifax 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com Unexpected Discoveries Traditional live music and step dancing make this Halifax’s premier Celtic music destination. oldtriangle.com The Seahorse Tavern, Halifax Packing in crowds since 1948, this venerable watering hole offers everything from indie rock and punk to R&B and jazz. theseahorsetavern.ca Stayner’s Wharf, Halifax Enjoy international-calibre jazz, folk, and blues, live on the water front. staynerswharf.com Dartmouth’s Outdoor Oven in the Park The Alderney Landing Farmers’ Market, open on Saturdays and Sundays, is one nearby source for fresh food. Watch for special culi nary classes and events featuring Nova Scotia’s renowned chefs. Fisherman’s Cove and Beyond Located in a centuries-old authentic fishing community, Fisherman’s Cove in Eastern Passage features a variety of gift shops and art galleries, and it’s a great spot to grab a snack or fresh seafood. Drive along nearby Cow Bay Road and you’ll find Rainbow Haven Beach Provincial Park, a large white-sand beach perfect for swimmers and sunbathers to relax and enjoy, while just a little further up the coast, Lawrencetown Beach is a hot spot for surfing. French Pastry, by you At Le French Fix Café in downtown Halifax, French cooking classes feature the perfect tarte au chocolat, the creamiest mousse, or all the secrets behind the French macaron. Be enveloped with sweet smells of butter and chocolate as you handcraft artisanal pastries with French pastry chef Geoffroy Chevallier. 45 Touring the City The best way to get to know a new city is by exploring its hot spots with an insider. Friendly and personable people, Haligonians enjoy nothing more than welcoming guests to the city they love. For a list of tour operators in the Halifax region, see pages 337–346. To get a sea-level view of the city, head for Cable Wharf and its adjacent piers at the foot of George Street, where you’ll find a variety of boat tours. Enjoy a gracious dinner with a view of the Northwest Arm aboard the Harbour Queen I, a Mississippi-style sternwheeler, or spend a romantic evening cruising in the moonlight aboard the Mar or Tall Ship Silva. •turn heads as you glide along the Halifax and Dartmouth waterfronts with Segway NS •children of all ages can explore the “Big Harbour ” aboard Theodore Too, a full-size replica of the title character from the award-winning children’s tele vision series Theodore Tugboat •take a personalized photography Harbour Hopper (see page 339) tour with Picture Perfect Tours, capturing Halifax highlights or documenting your adventure in the city In search of new and unique ways to explore the Halifax region? Here are a few that will make your visit to Halifax an unforgettable one: Mount Uniacke •feel the wind in your hair with Bluenose Sidecar Tours Atlantic Playland (Lucasville) • get a new perspective on Halifax by taking a McNab’s Island tour with Great E.A.R.T.H. Expeditions •experience the city by bicycle with a tour or bike rental for all ages from I Heart Bikes Halifax Metro Area Elmsdale Enfield Uniacke Estate Museum Park •sample the diverse local food scene of downtown Halifax with Local Tasting Tours •watch a beautiful sunset in Lower Prospect on an East Coast Outfitters kayak tour I Heart Bikes (see page 342) 101 Shubenacadie Canal Scott Manor House Museum Bedford Basin Halifax Dartmouth Atlantic Canada Aviation Museum Fultz House Museum Lower Sackville Bedford Halifax Stanfield International Airport 118 Dartmouth Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia 7 107 Museum 103 111 of Natural History Halifax Quaker Whalers’ House Halifax Citadel Shearwater Aviation Museum Neptune Theatre Eastern Passage Art Gallery of N.S Discovery Centre Halifax Fisherman’s Cove Canadian Museum of Harbour Immigration at Pier 21 Maritime Museum York of the Atlantic Redoubt Crystal Crescent Beach Park Halifax Metro Area If you prefer to stretch your legs, several companies offer walking tours that take in the key landmarks. When darkness falls, meet at the Old Town Clock or in Victoria Park for the Halifax Ghost Walk, and explore the graveyards, shadowy streets, and haunted houses of the old city. •can’t decide between land and sea? The Harbour Hopper, which has a departure point located next to the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, is a unique amphibious vehicle offering fun-filled tours. 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com T he downtown waterfront area is one of the most popular places to shop, eat, drink, and experience the East Coast’s legendary Maritime hospitality firsthand. For the inside scoop on Halifax’s colourful history, look for the double-decker buses or San Francisco-style trolleys that depart hourly from Historic Properties and the Cruise Ship Pavilion. You’ll receive a hearty welcome from the convivial guides, who are quick with trivia, fun facts, and witty banter. 46 Taste Fresh, Local Ingredients from the Land and Sea Halifax prides itself on locally sourced ingredients, fresh seafood, and innovative chefs, making this region the centre of Canadian Maritime cuisine. Restaurant listings are found on page 61, or visit edining.ca for details on great dining establishments in Nova Scotia. Bistro Le Coq The Bicycle Thief 1584 Argyle Street, Halifax Bistro Le Coq brings Parisian charm and comfort to the downtown Halifax dining scene, offering cozy and satisfying dinners, lunches, and weekend brunches with exquisite flavours and French flair. 1475 Lower Water Street, Halifax Offering North American food with Italian soul, stop by for lunch or supper, absorb the atmosphere and enjoy a glass of wine from the substantial and varied list. Brooklyn Warehouse 1980 Robie Street, Halifax Enjoy fresh local cuisine, live entertainment, a warm urban décor, a stunning view of the Halifax Common, and an unparalleled commitment to service excellence. 2795 Windsor Street, Halifax Located in Halifax’s North End, you’ll find a laidback bistro atmosphere and a farm-to-table attitude infused into the hearty dishes and dining experience at Brooklyn Warehouse. Saege Bistro 5883 Spring Garden Road, Halifax Saege is an award-winning and inviting upscale neighbourhood bistro where you can enjoy seasonal flavours from the eclectic modern menu. Chives Canadian Bistro 1537 Barrington Street, Halifax Enjoy extraordinary casual dining in a warm and chic interior with a hint of traditional French urban bistro décor. The menu changes seasonally and utilizes locally sourced product first. Halifax Metro Area Glad-You-Stopped Farmers’ Markets & Specialty Foods Seasons by Atlantica Stories at The Halliburton 5184 Morris Street, Halifax A must for any foodie, Stories offers locally produced seafood, game, and more in an intimate setting. Did You Know? The Emera Oval, the long-track speed skating oval on the Halifax Common, is an outdoor activity destination in both winter and summer. The Oval offers seasonal public skating and special events. No need to pack your ice skates, in-line skates, or helmets—rentals are free. halifax.ca/skatehrm Fill your shopping basket with delicious locally grown berries, vegetables, meats, wines, and specialty foods, along with wonderful crafts and gift items. Emera Oval Alderney Landing Farmers’ Market, Dartmouth Saturday 8am–1pm and Sunday 11am–3pm, year-round alderneylanding.com/market Halifax Seaport Farmers’ Market, Halifax waterfront 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com Pier 20, 1209 Marginal Road Monday–Friday 10am–5pm, Saturday 7am–3pm, Sunday 9am–3pm, year-round halifaxfarmersmarket.com Farmers’ Market at the historic Alexander Keith’s Brewery, Halifax Saturday 7am–1pm, year-round historicfarmersmarket.ca Hammonds Plains Farmers’ Market 787 Kearney Lake Road Thursday 2:30–6:30pm, year-round myhammondsplains.ca Farmers’ Market at the historic Alexander Keith’s Brewery Tantallon Village Farmers’ Market 5209 St. Margaret’s Bay Road (Redmond’s Shopping Plaza), Upper Tantallon Tuesdays 2–6pm, late May through October tantallonvillagefarmersmarket.ca Hubbards Farmers’ Market Saturday 8am-noon, May to October hubbardsbarn.org Taste of Nova Scotia 47 Halifax’s blend of Old World charm and New World attitude provide the ingredients for a unique culinary adventure. Be sure to taste your way through the Halifax Seaport Farmers’ Market where you can enjoy wine, cheese, artisanal chocolates, fresh baked goods, and more. Julien’s Bakery & Café, Hydrostone Market Continue along the waterfront and get into the spirit of rum running at Rum Runners Rum Cake Factory. Then pop into Sugah! for some locally made chocolate or a scoop of their handpaddled ice cream. Enjoy a trip on the ferry to Alderney Landing and find yourself at Evan’s Fresh Seafoods & Restaurant, famous for their fish and chips. If craft beer is what you are looking for, tours and tastings at Garrison Brewing and Propeller Brewing are a must. Visit a local hot-spot like Brooklyn Warehouse, Morris East, or 2 Doors Down for a pint of craft beer, a glass of Nova Scotia wine, or an inspired cocktail. Fine dining abounds in Halifax with long-time favourites Chives, Gio, Stories at the Halliburton, the Press Gang Restaurant & Oyster Bar, and the Five Fishermen Restaurant & Grill. Hop on the Chowder Trail and treat yourself to a bowl of Nova Scotia Seafood Chowder at McKelvie’s Restaurant & Grill, Tempo Food + Drink, and the Harbour City Bar & Grill. Get off the beaten path and explore the Quinpool Road neighbourhood, where you can enjoy a slice of pizza from Bramoso Gourmet Pizzeria, a locally inspired meal from Seasons by Atlantica, or an incredible vegetarian feast at the Heartwood Restaurant. For information about the Nova Scotia Chowder Trail and authentic Nova Scotia culinary experiences, pick up the Taste of Nova Scotia Culinary Adventure Guide or visit tasteofnovascotia.com. Halifax Metro Area Garrison Brewing Opened in December 2014 and located at the corner of Queen Street and Spring Garden Road, the Halifax Central Library has received many accolades, including being named as one of CNN’s 10 eyepopping new buildings for 2014. Designed by Danish architectural firm schmidt hammer lassen, the exterior of the library resembles a stack of books, while the interior is a high-tech, sustainable, accessible, and welcoming multi-purpose space and cultural hub of the downtown. halifaxcentrallibrary.ca City By The Sea Discover this region through our Places In Between video series at NovaScotia.com/CityByTheSea. Watch this video and many more at NovaScotia.com/PlacesInBetween 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com Did You Know? 48 Halifax Citadel National Historic Site (see page 58) Historical Escapes History buffs can immerse themselves in the fascinating cultural, maritime, and military heritage of a town founded way back in 1749. Full museum listings start on page 57. Black Cultural Centre, Cherry Brook Explore the fascinating history of black culture in Nova Scotia, which dates back to the 1600s (see page 57). Dartmouth Heritage Museum, Dartmouth Halifax Metro Area History, folklore, and art mingle at this museum housed in a Victorian home (see page 57). Uniacke Estate Museum Park, Mount Uniacke This 19th-century country mansion’s grounds offer walking trails through lovely woodlands (see pages 57 & 64). Africville Museum, Halifax 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com Learn the story of Africville, an African Nova Scotian community that was destroyed in the 1960s (see page 57). Hot New Thing Maritime Command Museum, Halifax Built in the early 1800s, Admiralty House houses a library of over 50,000 volumes, archives, and a permanent collection displaying historical artifacts including model ships, weapons, photos, and medals (see page 58). York Redoubt National Historic Site, Purcell’s Cove Road Ramble among the ramparts of this 200-year-old fortification perched above the harbour’s western approaches. This unique heritage treasure features tunnels, muzzle-loading guns, WWII Command Post, a panoramic view of the harbour, interpretive panels, and walking trails (see page 59). Halifax Food Truck App streetfoodapp.com/halifax Have a hankering for a panini, tacos, or Ol’ School Donuts? Find your way to more than a dozen food trucks in Halifax using this app—your taste buds will thank you. Africville Museum Did You Know? Pier 21 is a former immigration shed on the Halifax waterfront, which welcomed one million immigrants between 1928 and 1971. During the Second World War almost 500,000 Canadian service personnel left from Pier 21 for service overseas. Pier 21 is a symbol of diversity and an icon of national importance illustrating how Canada has been shaped by the world. In 2010, the Government of Canada named Pier 21 as only the second national museum outside of the capital region. Now known as the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, the museum tells the broader story of immigration from first contact to present day, as well as the impact of immigration across the country. pier21.ca 49 Nova Scotia Open RBC Multicultural Festival Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo Halifax Pride Week Got-To-Be-There Festivals and Events RBC Nova Scotia Multicultural Festival Halifax International Busker Festival June 26–28, Halifax Celebrate Nova Scotia’s cultural diversity through music, dance, crafts, food, and children’s activities. multifest.ca July 29–August 3, Halifax Jugglers, contortionists, and street performers amaze audiences, at six stages along the Halifax waterfront boardwalk. buskers.ca Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo Country Music Week and CCMA Awards Show June 30–July 7, Halifax The Tattoo is the world’s largest annual indoor spectacle; it features over 2,000 international military and civilian performers. nstattoo.ca September 10–13, Halifax Take in shows from some of Canada’s hottest country artists, enjoy a full day FanFest, and a Countdown Concert prior to the big awards show on Sunday night. ccma.org July 2–6, Halifax Check out some of the top golfers in the world and hot newcomers at three events: the RBC Canada Cup, the Nova Scotia Open, and the Junior Canada Cup. novascotiaopen.com TD Halifax Jazz Festival July 8–12, Halifax Tune in for live jazz, blues, roots, and world music from more than 500 performers over eight sizzling summer days and nights. halifaxjazzfestival.ca Halifax Pride Week Festival July 16–26, Halifax Canada’s fourth-largest LGBTQ+ cultural festival offers fun, games, one great big glorious street parade, and a lot of pride. halifaxpride.com Atlantic Film Festival September 17–24, Halifax The AFF brings acclaimed actors, directors, and producers together to screen some of the best international, Canadian, and Atlantic Canadian films, and it features some red-hot gala parties. atlanticfilm.com Nocturne: Art at Night October 17, Halifax, Dartmouth This after-dark event celebrates Halifax’s arts scene and brings art and energy to the streets of Halifax between 6 pm and midnight. nocturnehalifax.ca Halifax Pop Explosion October 20–24, Halifax This don’t-miss international music festival and conference presents 150 bands in 20 venues over five days. halifaxpopexplosion.com 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com Nova Scotia Open Halifax Metro Area Music, arts, culture, food, and fun—festivals in Halifax run the gamut, year-round. Please note: specific event information may change from time of printing, so please confirm dates on novascotia.com before finalizing your plans. 50 Outdoor Adventures Experience Halifax through our pristine seacoast and Maritime landscapes. Halifax’s outdoor activities, trails, and off-the-beaten path adventures will awaken the explorer in you. Below are some favourites; listings for outdoor adventures and trails start on page 62. Rum Runners Trail, Halifax to Lunenburg Hop on a bike and pedal-power your way from Halifax to Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Savour local flavours at awardwinning restaurants, explore attractions and seaside artisan shops. This 109-kilometre multi-use trail along an abandoned rail line connects Head of St. Margaret’s Bay, Hubbards, Chester, and Mahone Bay; multiple access points over seven trail sections (see page 65). Cole Harbour Heritage Park Trails Ideal for hiking, biking, and birdwatching, this trail system meanders through woodlands, coastal marshes, and estuaries where flora and fauna abound (see page 65). Shubie Park McNabs Island Provincial Park, Halifax Harbour A quick boat trip from Eastern Passage will deliver you to over 22 kilometres of hiking trails. Pack a picnic lunch, because there are no services out here. Enjoy the view! (see page 64) Point Pleasant Park, Halifax Joggers, dog-walkers, and cross-country skiers all flock to this 186acre urban park year-round. The Shakespeare by the Sea theatre company stages al fresco performances from July 1 to Labour Day (see page 64). 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com Halifax Metro Area Shubie Park, Dartmouth Explore the many tree-lined trails bordering the banks of the historic Shubenacadie Canal on foot or by bike. The extensive walking paths, lakes, and a sandy beach make Shubie Park an ideal destination year-round (see page 65). Hatfield Farm Cowboy Adventures, Hammonds Plains Hatfield Farm Cowboy Adventures is a fifth-generation familyrun farm, open year-round for family fun. Enjoy the fresh air and sounds of nature on horseback or take a relaxing wagon/sleigh ride (see page 63). Did You Know? Halifax has a variety of fun options for those looking to stay physically active while on vacation in the region. These drop-in groups give visitors the opportunity to socialize and explore new parts of Halifax while getting an extra boost of adrenaline. Halifax Yoga in the Park every Sunday, Point Pleasant Park, Halifax All are welcome to practice Yoga in the Park every Sunday from 10 to 11 am, unless it’s raining or below 15° C. Enter Point Pleasant Park from the lower parking lot and walk toward the anchor along the main path for about 10 minutes; just past the anchor you’ll see a small fort wall with trees on top and a little sign that says “10”— head just around the corner and join locals in welcoming the day through yoga. Halifax Adventure Seekers Join the Halifax Adventure Seekers through the online tool “Meetup” to discover monthly events in the Halifax region and beyond. Events include hiking, cycling, and exploring the natural beauty of Nova Scotia. Cost varies based on event; many are free. Halifax Trail Runners Club The Halifax Trail Runners Club meets every Wednesday evening, at a different local trailhead each week. Runs are 40 to 60 minutes in length. North End Bridge Runners The North End Bridge Runners gather for a 6K run every Wednesday night at 6 pm, departing from North Brewing Co. on Agricola Street, Halifax. Sleigh Ride at Hatfield Farm Cowboy Adventures (see page 63) Airport Entry Area (Hwys 2 & 102) Elmsdale Enfield Goffs 51 56 57 60 61 62 J8 2 51 60 J7 2 51 57 62 J7 212 62 Trails Outdoors Restaurants Museums & Attractions Galleries, Shops & Artisans Campgrounds Accommodations ** Multiple routes * Un-numbered road. Highway Number Communities are listed in order as found when travelling into the Metro area from other Regions. Each shaded area defines places within approx 20 km of the indicated centre. Map Coordinates Listings Index Trails Outdoors Restaurants Museums & Attractions 56 62 61 57 57 60 62 64 63 56 56 57 63 64 63 63 56 57 60 61 63 64 57 63 64 57 60 64 56 57 61 63 64 57 61 64 57 63 57 60 61 63 64 60 62 64 Accommodations CXL policy CXL Policy: * means that the cancellation policy varies with the type of booking. Confirm details with the operator when making a reservation. Internet Access: Wired (@) or Wi-Fi (W) Pool: Indoor (I) or Outdoor (O) Credit cards Bathrooms (P/E/S) Cable or Sat TV Internet access Kitchen • /ette < Pool (I/O) Restaurant Other languages IN THE GRID: Rates are given for one or two people in peak season. Tax will be added to these rates unless “no tax” is indicated. Please note that not all properties accept credit cards. Bathrooms available are identified as Private (P), Ensuite (E), and/or Shared (S). Rates All properties listed have been licensed by the Province of Nova Scotia and approved by at least one of three recognized quality programs (Canada Select, NS Approved, CAA/AAA) to ensure that they are clean and comfortable. Codes for the types of beds available are given in parentheses after the number of units. For a key to other codes and symbols, see p. 3. Please note: – the amenities indicated in the grid may not apply to all units – GPS coordinates may not be exact – most rates are shown as daily rates; many properties offer – most properties do not allow smoking indoors discounts for longer stays Halifax Airport Entry Area (up to 20 km radius) Elmsdale, Enfield, Fall River, Oakfield Briarwood Bed & Breakfast ccccd. $95–135 • E,P • W $139 • E • W $129–229 XP $20 • E $129–219 • $109–229 XP $10 • 902-883-1868 • 888-883-1868 • fax 902-883-1619 • [email protected] • briarwoodbb.com 48-hr Con & Rose Seitl. 11 Miller Rd. GPS 44.96768, -63.50493. B&B: 4 A/C rooms (Q), 4-pc bath, DVD. Full breakfast. Elegant home (c 1862) on 7 acres; solarium, fireplaces in parlours; guest computer. Airport pickup (pre-arranged). Rates STC. Year-round. Enfield Alt Hotel Halifax Airport pcccc. 902-334-0136 • 855-258-5775 • fax 902-334-0137 • [email protected] • halifax.althotels.ca/en I • 4pm • @,W I • • 12-hr E • @,W I E • 40 Silver Dart Dr. Hotel: 169 units (Q), 3-pc (S) or 4-pc bath, down duvet, hairdryer, TV, free Wi-Fi, docking station, desk. Meeting facilities. Rates STC; F(12). Year-round. Hilton Garden Inn Halifax Airport "qcccc. 902-873-1400 • 888-667-6005 • fax 902-873-1800 • [email protected] • www.halifaxairport.hgi.com 200 Pratt & Whitney Dr. Hotel: 145 A/C rooms (K,Q), 4-pc bath, free Wi-Fi and local calls, microwave, fridge. Dining room, lounge; 24-hr business centre; fitness centre; parking (long-term available). 24-hr airport shuttle. Rates GTD. Year-round. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Halifax Airport "pcccd 902-576-7600 • 877-919-2244 • fax 902-576-7601 • [email protected] • www.hiexpress.com/halifaxairport 24-hr 180 Pratt & Whitney Dr. Hotel: 119 A/C units (K,Q; 23 suites): 3-pc (S) or 4-pc bath. Free Wi-Fi, local calls, overnight parking, & breakfast buffet. Convenience store, laundry, exercise room, business centre. 24-hr airport shuttle. Rates STC. Year-round. Quality Inn Halifax Airport A"pcccd 902-873-3000 • [email protected] • www.airporthotelhalifax.com 60 Sky Blvd. Hotel: 156 A/C rooms (Q,D,T), 4-pc bath. Free Wi-Fi, breakfast buffet, and overnight parking. Dining room, lounge, business centre, coin laundry, exercise facility. 1.5 km to airport, free airport shuttle 24 hr/day. Rates STC. Year-round. W I,O See ad p. 71. • 24-hr 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com Elmsdale Listings Index / Accommodations v Provincial Visitor Information Centre www.destinationhalifax.com www.rainbowhalifax.com J7 2 K7 2 52 K7 2 52 K7 2 J7 1 K7 1 K7 1 K7 213 52 K7 3 52 L7 349 52 L7 306 L7 * 52 K7 349 54 K7 1 K7 ** 53 K7 ** 52 K8 207 K8 107 K8 107 K7 ** 52 K7 322 56 51 Halifax Metro Area Call the above numbers or 1-800-565-0000. Grand Lake Fall River Oakfield Waverley Mount Uniacke Beaver Bank Upper Sackville Hammonds Plains Timberlea Herring Cove Harrietsfield Sambro Metro Halifax Spryfield Lower Sackville Bedford Dartmouth Cole Harbour Cherry Brook Westphal Halifax Eastern Passage Galleries, Shops & Artisans 902-873-1223 (open year-round) v Halifax Waterfront K7, 902-424-4248 (open year-round) Campgrounds v Halifax Stanfield International Airport K7, Accommodations Visitor Information Centres Highway Number Map Coordinates Halifax Metro Area Listings Fall River Inn on the Lake AENpcccc 902-861-3480 • 800-463-6465 • fax 902-861-4883 • [email protected] • www.innonthelake.com $119–320 XP $10 • E • @,W O $125 XP $25 • E • W O S • W • CXL policy Credit cards Bathrooms (P/E/S) Cable or Sat TV Internet access Kitchen • /ette < Pool (I/O) Restaurant Other languages Rates 52 4pm Ron & Sue Nelson. 3009 Hwy 2. Inn: 39 A/C hotel units (K,Q,T; 22 with double whirlpool tub & fireplace), 4-pc bath, free WiFi. Licensed dining room; gastropub. Pedal boats. Complimentary airport shuttle 5am–midnight. Rates STC; F(16). Year-round. Oakfield Snowflake Manor B & B qccccd 902-860-0732 • [email protected] • www.snowflakemanorbandb.com 48-hr Patti Snow & Mark Witt. 6177 Hwy 2. B&B: 2 suites & 1 main-floor room (Q), 3-pc (S) or 4-pc bath, A/C, DVD. Full breakfast (gluten-free options). Cape Cod home; wooded setting; saltwater pool, playset, BBQ, firepit. Rates GTD; O/S rates. Year-round. END OF HALIFAX AIRPORT ENTRY AREA Hammonds Pampered Paws Inn p,cccd. Plains 902-835-5739 • 866-371-PAWS • [email protected] • www.pamperedpawsinn.com Wendy Gillespie. 1725 Hammonds Plains Rd. B&B: 3 A/C rooms (Q,D), 2 shared 2-pc baths; movies; amenities for dogs. Full breakfast. Fireplace, sunroom, deck; campfire. Day care for dogs; experienced handlers; play area. Rates STC. Year-round. $85–155 Timberlea Stardust Motel $89–139 XP $10 • E • W • 24-hr $99–125 • E,P • W < 48-hr $125–190 XP $15 • P • W • 1-wk P • W < 24-hr qf 902-876-2301 • 866-876-2301 • fax 902-876-2261 • [email protected] • www.stardustmotel.ca 48-hr 1791 St Margaret’s Bay Rd. Motel: 20 A/C units (D,T,S; 13 with fridge and microwave; 2 suites), 4-pc bath, phone. Fax, copier available. 24-hr check-in. Rural setting on lake; fishing, walking trail. Restaurant nearby. Rates STC; O/S rates. Year-round. Herring Cove Sal’s Bed & Breakfast By The Sea q,cccc 902-405-4137 • 877-405-4137 • [email protected] • www.salsbythesea.com Joan & Daniel Darrah. 241 Village Rd. B&B: 2 units (Q): 1 spacious suite (light H) and 1 room, with 4-pc bath, phone. Full breakfast. Waterfront getaway in small fishing village; view of cove and ocean. Rates STC; O/S packages. Year-round. Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford, Lower Sackville, Spryfield Adams’ Knightswood Carriage House Tourist Home "qccccd/cccc 902-435-3969 • 866-363-8797 • [email protected] • www.knightswoodbandb.ca Bill & Norma Adams. 453 Waverley Rd, Dartmouth. B&B, Tourist Home: 2 A/C units (Q,D,T): studio apt, 3-pc bath, DVD, deck, BBQ; 2-bdrm B&B unit, 4-pc bath, TV room, deck; full breakfast. Gardens, pond; parking; laundry. Rates STC. May 1–Oct 31. Adobe Bed & Breakfast qccccd 902-462-0827 (call collect) • www.adobebedandbreakfast.ca $95 XP $25; no tax Alexander & Fern Bungay. 13 Evans Court, Dartmouth. GPS 44.69548, -63.54592. B&B: 1-bdrm A/C suite (Q), 3-pc bath (S), free phone calls (Canada & US), sofa-bed & fireplace in living room. Full breakfast. Rates GTD; O/S rates. Year-round. Ascendence Harbourside Mansion B&B qcccc. $99–199 • E,P $100–159 XP $20; no tax • E $119–249 XP $20 • E Accommodations 877-405-1530 • fax 902-405-4498 • [email protected] • halifaxbedandbreakfastns.com Halifax Metro Area 72-hr Kasia & Danny. 24 Northumberland Lane, Halifax. GPS 44.67391, -63.64701. B&B: 2 suites & 2 rooms (K,Q,T), 4-pc bath (1 with whirlpool). Full breakfast. Victorian house (c 1891). Child care; makeover studio. Rates STC; O/S rates. Year-round. At Robie’s End B&B q,cccc 902-405-2424 • www.robiesend.com W 48-hr Xiaojuan Zhou. 836 Robie St, Halifax. B&B: 2 luxurious A/C rooms (K,Q,T), 3-pc bath (roll-in shower), TV, fridge; pvt entrance, deck. Full breakfast. Quiet location. Small low-allergen dogs on premises. Strictly no smoking. Rates STC; O/S rates. Year-round. Atlantica Hotel Halifax AE"Npcccc.JJJ 902-423-1161 • 888-810-7288 • [email protected] • www.atlanticahotelhalifax.com 1980 Robie St, Halifax. Hotel: 230 A/C units (K,D,T), 4-pc bath, free local calls & Wi-Fi, movies. Executive level. Restaurant & bar. Sauna, whirlpool, wading pool, fitness centre; parking; laundry. Rates STC; F(19); seniors’ rates. Mar 1–Dec 31. Autumn Leaves Bed & Breakfast qcccd 902-435-3980 • www.autumnbb.com • W I • 12-hr See ad p. 73. $69–79 XP $20 S W E W 48-hr Audrey J Brown. 12 Evans Court, Dartmouth. GPS 44.69535, -63.54570. B&B: 2 rooms (Q,S,T), shared 4-pc bath, hairdryers. Full breakfast. Guest sitting room with fireplace, CBTV. Smoking area on patio. Rates GTD; under 12 $10. Year-round. Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel "p,JJJ $99–299 902-477-5611 • fax 902-404-3376 • [email protected] • www.chocolatelakehotel.com • 20 St. Margaret’s Bay Rd, Halifax. Hotel: 142 rooms (K,Q), 4-pc bath, free Wi-Fi; most lakeview, some H. Free breakfast buffet. Restaurant, lounge, meeting rooms, laundry, free parking, saltwater pool, fitness room, games room. Rates GTD. Year-round. Best Western Plus Dartmouth Hotel & Suites "qJJJ $140–170 • E $95 no tax • S $120–170 • P • $139–299 XP $20 • E • @,W < 15 Spectacle Lake Dr, Dartmouth. Hotel: 121 rooms and suites (K,Q), 4-pc bath (some with double whirlpool tub), fridge; free local calls and buffet breakfast. Restaurant, meeting space, business centre, fitness centre. Rates STC; F(12). Year-round. Blockhouse Hill Bed & Breakfast q. 902-463-1811 • 866-873-1699 • fax 902-484-6188 • [email protected] • www.blockhousehillbedandbreakfast.com < I • 12-hr • 24-hr See ad p. 70. 902-463-2000 • fax 902-465-2225 • [email protected] • www.bestwesterndartmouth.com 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com • @,W • @,W I See ad p. 69. W 24-hr W 1-wk Marion & Fred Evans. 62 Wentworth St, Dartmouth. B&B: 2 rooms (Q), shared 4-pc bath. Full breakfast; gluten-free option. Hardwood floors; guest lounge, CBTV, snack table; free Wi-Fi. 5-min walk to ferry. Smoking on deck. Rates GTD. May 1–Oct 31. Braeside Court B&B q,cccd 902-462-3956 • 866-277-8138 • fax 902-462-3902 • [email protected] • www.braesidecourtbandb.ca Barbara Hamilton. 34 Braeside Court, Dartmouth. B&B: 2-bdrm unit (Q,T), 4-pc bath, TV room with DVD, fridge. Full breakfast. Mature garden. Off-street parking; laundry. Eco-friendly products used. Cat on premises. Rates GTD. May 1–Oct 31. Cambridge Suites Hotel Halifax AEpcccc.JJJ 902-420-0555 • 800-565-1263 • www.cambridgesuiteshalifax.com 1583 Brunswick St, Halifax. Hotel: 200 A/C suites (K,Q), 4-pc bath, microwave, fridge, free Wi-Fi & light breakfast. Licensed restaurant, fitness centre, whirlpool, sauna; indoor parking; laundry. French spoken. Rates STC; F(18); O/S rates. Year-round. • • 24-hr qccd $55–65 no tax S • @ CXL policy Credit cards Bathrooms (P/E/S) Cable or Sat TV Internet access Kitchen • /ette < Pool (I/O) Restaurant Other languages Rates Caroline’s Bed & Breakfast 902-469-4665 53 24-hr Caroline McCully. 134 Victoria Rd, Dartmouth. GPS 44.67355, -63.57455. B&B: 2 rooms (D,S), shared 4-pc bath. Generous light breakfast. CBTV in lounge. 5-min walk to bus, Sportsplex; close to downtown Halifax. Rates GTD. Apr 1–Nov 30. Chebucto Inn +p 902-453-4330 • 800-268-4330 • fax 902-454-7053 • [email protected] • www.chebuctoinn.com $75–140 XP $10 • E • W • $89–169 XP $12 • E • W $109–169 XP $20 • E $99–169 • E • W I 4pm $119–199 XP $10 • E • @,W < I 12-hr $95–169 XP $10 • E • @,W $80–150 XP $10 • E • W $119–450 XP $20 • E • W $32–75 • S • @,W $109–400 XP $10 • E $89–189 XP $10 • E • $134–294 XP $15 • E $134–284 XP $15 • $85–135 XP $10 24-hr 6151 Lady Hammond Rd, Halifax. Motel: 30 A/C units (2D; most no-smoking), 4-pc bath. Free Wi-Fi, local calls and parking. Laundry, iron & board, photocopier and fax available. Licensed dining room. Rates STC; F(12); O/S rates. Year-round. Coastal Inn Dartmouth AE"+pcccdJJ 902-465-7777 • 800-565-1565 • fax 902-465-3956 • [email protected] • www.coastalinns.com 379 Windmill Rd, Dartmouth. Hotel: 56 H rooms (K,Q,D) incl 24 suites (2 with pvt whirlpool & sauna): 4-pc bath, A/C; 75% no-smoking. Light breakfast incl. Business centre, exercise room, laundry; free parking. Rates STC; F(18). Year-round. Coastal Inn Halifax (formerly Lakeview Inn & Suites) AE"pcccdJJ 902-450-3020 • 855-603-8999 • fax 902-450-3021 • [email protected] • www.coastalinns.com "qcccc.JJJ * See ad p. 72. 98 Chain Lake Dr, Halifax. GPS 44.63749, -63.66701. Hotel: 65 units (K,Q; 13 suites), 4-pc bath, microwave, mini-fridge. Free light breakfast, local calls, Wi-Fi, 24-hr coffee/tea, DVDs. Exercise room, enclosed patio. Rates GTD; F(18). Year-round. Comfort Hotel Bayer’s Lake • • W I 4pm See ad p. 72. 902-405-4555 • fax 902-405-4025 • [email protected] • comforthotelhalifax.com 88 Chain Lake Dr, Halifax. Hotel: 73 rooms (K,Q), 4-pc bath (some with whirlpool), microwave, in-room safe. Free local calls, Wi-Fi, hot buffet breakfast, newspaper, parking. Exercise room, sauna. Recommended on TripAdvisor. Rates STC. Year-round. Comfort Inn Halifax "pcccd.JJ 902-443-0303 • 800-561-9961; 800-4CHOICE • www.choicehotels.ca/cn207 560 Bedford Hwy, Halifax. Hotel: 63 A/C units (K,Q,D; 8 one-bdrm suites), 4-pc bath, fridge, microwave (4 H). Breakfast & in-room coffee/tea incl. Harbour view; fitness room, laundry. Pet policy. Rates STC; F(18); O/S rates. Year-round. Comfort Inn Janus "+pcccd. 902-463-9900 • 800-228-5150 • fax 902-466-2080 • [email protected] • www.choicehotels.ca/cn249 12-hr 456 Windmill Rd, Dartmouth. Motel: 80 A/C rooms (Q,D; some business-class), 4-pc bath, phone (free local calls); 80% no-smoking. Free Wi-Fi, light breakfast, 24-hr coffee, parking. Rates STC; F(16); seniors’ & CAA/AAA discounts. Year-round. Commons Inn qcccd 902-484-3466 • 877-797-7999 • fax 902-423-8910 • [email protected] • www.commonsinn.ca * 5780 West St, Halifax. Inn: 41 hotel units (Q,D,T; 33 A/C units), 3-pc (S) or 4-pc bath, phone (free local calls), free Wi-Fi. Light breakfast included. Free parking. 2 blocks to Citadel Hill. Rates STC; cot $10, crib available; discounts; O/S rates. Year-round. I • 12-hr 5120 Salter St, Halifax. Hotel: 120 rooms & 5 suites (K,Q), 4-pc bath, free Wi-Fi, mini-fridge, ergonomic desk and chair. Harbour views. Spa, café, lounge, whirlpool, fitness centre, rooftop patio, Zen garden; 3 meeting rooms. Rates STC. Year-round. Dalhousie University Conference Services & Summer Accommodations AE"q. 902-494-3401 • 855-DAL-STAY • fax 902-494-1219 • [email protected] • www.dal.ca/stay Dorm-style: 1037 rooms (T,S) with shared baths (3-pc (S) & 4-pc) & kitchen facilities, CBTV in lounges. Athletic facility, tennis, library, laundry, food outlets, conference facilities. Rates STC; student, alumni & senior rates. May 8–Aug 18, STC. Dartmouth Oceanview Hotel AE"+pcccdJJ 902-463-9520 • 888-561-7666 • fax 902-463-2631 • [email protected] • www.dartmouthoceanviewhotel.com I 24-hr See ad p. 77. W • 12-hr 65 King St, Dartmouth. Hotel: 80 A/C rooms and suites (D,Q,K; smoking permitted on one floor), 4-pc bath, TV, movies, microwave, fridge, free secure Wi-Fi; some H. Close to Halifax ferry. Rates STC; F(18), cot/crib $10; O/S rates. Year-round. Days Inn Dartmouth "+pcccdJJ 902-465-6555 • 877-466-6555 • www.daysinn.ca I • 12-hr • @,W I • • 12-hr E • @,W I • • 12-hr • E • W O $135 XP $10 • P • W $30–75 • S • W W 20 Highfield Park Dr, Dartmouth. Hotel: 142 A/C units (K,Q,D; 3 suites), 4-pc bath; free local calls, Internet, and full breakfast. Restaurant; 3 meeting rooms; coin laundry; fitness room; free parking. Rates STC; cot $10; O/S rates. Year-round. Delta Barrington AENp 902-429-7410 • 888-890-3222 • [email protected] • www.deltabarrington.com Accommodations A"$%qcccc Halifax Metro Area Courtyard by Marriott Halifax Downtown 902-428-1900 • 800-321-2211 • fax 902-428-1901 • [email protected] • www.courtyardhalifax.com 1875 Barrington St, Halifax. Hotel: 200 A/C rooms (K,Q,D), 4-pc bath, business amenities, in-room movies, video games. Restaurant, lounge, sauna, fitness facility. Valet parking. Connection to enclosed pedway. Rates STC; F(18); O/S rates. Year-round. Delta Halifax AENp 902-425-6700 • 888-890-3222 • [email protected] • www.deltahalifax.com Esquire Motel "+pccJ 902-835-3367 • 800-565-3367 • fax 902-835-9507 • [email protected] • www.esquiremotel.ca 24-hr 771 Bedford Hwy, Bedford. GPS 44.70810, -63.66639. Motel: 28 units (T,Q; incl 2 suites, 1 family room; most no-smoking); 4-pc bath, phone. Fax, photocopier available. Licensed restaurants nearby. Rates STC; F(15); O/S rates. Year-round. Eventide Guest Apartment qcccc. 902-434-0897 • [email protected] • eventideguestapartment.com • 4-wk Karen & Aiden Donahue. 42 Tulip St, Dartmouth. GPS 44.67284, -63.56702. Apt.: 2-bdrm unit (Q,S; max 4P), 4-pc bath, washer, dryer; BBQ on deck. Victorian flat, close to downtown (Halifax and Dartmouth). Rates STC; weekly $900. Year-round. Fountain View Guest House qccd tel/fax 902-422-4169 • 800-565-4877 (outside NS & PEI) • browser.to/fountainviewguesthouse 2138 Robie St, Halifax. Tourist Home: 9 rooms (D,T,S), 4 shared baths, A/C or room fans; fridge and sink in 2 rooms. Garden, picnic area. Overlooking Halifax Commons. Rates STC; prepayment required. Year-round; O/S by reservation. 72-hr 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com 1990 Barrington St, Halifax. Hotel: 296 A/C rooms (K,Q,D; some with balcony and harbour view), 4-pc bath, mini-fridge. Sauna, hot tub, fitness centre, business amenities. Connection to enclosed pedway. Valet or self-parking. Rates STC. Year-round. Four Points by Sheraton Halifax "qccccJJJ 902-423-4444 • 866-444-9494 • fax 902-423-2327 • [email protected] • www.fourpoints.com/halifax $125–260 XP $20 E 1496 Hollis St, Halifax. Hotel: 177 A/C rooms (Q,D,T,S; 18 suites): 4-pc bath, free Wi-Fi & local calls, mini-fridge, free bottled water. Licensed restaurant/lounge. Whirlpool, fitness room. Indoor parking. Rates STC; seniors’ & AAA/CAA discounts. Year-round. Future Inns Halifax Hotel and Conference Centre "pcccd 902-443-4333 • 800-565-0700 • [email protected] • www.futureinns.com • @,W I CXL policy Credit cards Bathrooms (P/E/S) Cable or Sat TV Internet access Kitchen • /ette < Pool (I/O) Restaurant Other languages Rates 54 • 12-hr • 12-hr See ad p. 73. $104–204 XP $10 • E • @,W $109–169 XP $10 • P • @,W $23–65 • S $139–1100 • E • @,W $129–239 • E • $109–269 • E • $149–199 • E • @,W 30 Fairfax Dr, Halifax. GPS 44.65934, -63.67260. Hotel: 132 A/C units (K,Q; 8 executive suites), 4-pc bath, in-room movies; free Wi-Fi and local calls. Restaurant; coin and valet laundry; fitness room; free parking. Rates STC; O/S rates. Year-round. Garden South Park Inn "qcccd. 902-492-8577 • 877-414-8577 • fax 902-492-1462 • [email protected] • www.gardensouthparkinn.com 1263 South Park St, Halifax. Inn: 23 A/C rooms (D; 1 suite with whirlpool), 3-pc or 4-pc bath, free Wi-Fi. Light breakfast (incl); evening tea. Registered Heritage Home (c 1875). Short walk to attractions, amenities. Rates STC; O/S rates. Year-round. Halifax Backpackers Hostel q. 24-hr See ad p. 71. 902-431-3170 • 888-431-3170 • [email protected] • www.halifaxbackpackers.com W • • 48-hr • * Michelle Strum. 2193 Gottingen St, Halifax. Hostel: 24 beds (bunks,D) in 6 rooms (dorm & private), shared washrooms. Common area, cooking facilities. Café on site. On-site pickup for adventure tours. No curfew. Rates STC. Year-round. Halifax Marriott Harbourfront AE"$%pccccdJJJJ 902-421-1700 • 800-943-6760 • fax 902-422-5805 • www.halifaxmarriott.com I 1919 Upper Water St, Halifax. Hotel: 352 A/C rooms & suites (K,2D; some harbourview), 4-pc bath, phone. Concierge Level. Restaurant, room service, whirlpool, health club, spa, sundeck. Underground parking. Rates STC. Year-round. Halifax Waverley Inn "qccccJJJ 902-423-9346 • 800-565-9346 • fax 902-425-0167 • [email protected] • www.waverleyinn.com 1266 Barrington St, Halifax. B&B Inn: 34 A/C rooms (Q,D,T,S), 3-pc (S) or 4-pc bath; some with whirlpool and feather bed; breakfast buffet incl. Evening sweets. Historic inn (c 1876); Victorian antiques. Free parking. Rates STC. Year-round. Hampton Inn & Suites AE"$%pKcccc.JJJ • W 24-hr See ad p. 69. 902-406-7700 • fax 902-406-7702 • [email protected] • dartmouthhampton.com W I 12-hr 65 Cromarty Dr, Dartmouth. GPS 44.70491, -63.56082. Hotel: 163 rooms( K,Q,D,T; incl 48 suites), 4-pc bath. Free breakfast buffet. Meeting space. Waterslide, 2 whirlpools, fitness centre, bikes. Amenities & park nearby. Rates STC. Year-round. Hampton Inn by Hilton Halifax Downtown "$%pcccc 902-422-1391 • 855-331-0334 • [email protected] • www.halifaxdowntown.hamptonbyhilton.com I • 4pm 1960 Brunswick St, Halifax. GPS 44.65008, -63.57883. Hotel: 181 rooms (K,2Q), 3-pc bath (T or S), coffeemaker, iron & board, free Wi-Fi. Hot breakfast incl. By Citadel Hill; walking distance to downtown amenities. Rates STC. Year-round. Accommodations Heritage Hideaway Bed & Breakfast qccccd 902-835-3605 • 877-437-4433 • fax 902-835-0753 • [email protected] • www.heritagehideaway.com $115–149 XP $25 • W 72-hr Diane & Martin Gillis. 36 Rutledge St, Bedford. GPS 44.72650, -63.66897. B&B: 2 suites (Q), 4-pc bath, down duvets & pillows, DVD, robes. 3-course full breakfast. Victorian-style home (c 1870); fireplace, piano. Rates STC. Year-round. Holiday Inn Harbourview "NpccccJJJ $109–185 • E • W O • • 12-hr $169–229 • E • @,W • I • 4pm $30–78 • P,S • @,W • 24-hr $79–139 XP $10 • E • 12-hr $85 no tax • E,P $90–130 no tax • E $60–100 XP $10 • 902-463-1100 • 888-434-0440; 800-HOLIDAY • fax 902-464-1227 • [email protected] • www.hiharbourview.ca 101 Wyse Rd, Dartmouth. Hotel: 196 A/C rooms (K,Q,D,T; 4 suites; many harbourview), 4-pc bath; free Wi-Fi & local calls; executive floor. Café, restaurant, & lounge; fitness room. Parking; free Sportsplex passes. Pet policy. Rates STC; F(19). Year-round. Homewood Suites by Hilton Halifax Downtown AE"$%pcccc. 902-429-6620 • 855-331-0337 • fax 902-429-6645 • [email protected] • www.halifax.homewoodsuites.com Halifax Metro Area E,P 1960 Brunswick St, Halifax. GPS 44.65008, -63.57883. Hotel: 135 contemporary suites (K,2Q), 4-pc bath, free Wi-Fi, workstation. Complimentary breakfast; also dinner Mon–Thur. Fitness facility, laundromat, dry cleaning. Rates STC. Year-round. Hostelling International – Atlantic Region (HI – Halifax) qcd. 902-422-3863 • fax 902-422-0116 • [email protected] • www.hihostels.ca/novascotia/331/HI-Halifax/index.hostel 1253 Barrington St, Halifax. GPS 44.64092, -63.57075. Hostel: 75 beds (D,S,bunks) in 14 rooms, 3-pc (S) baths (dorms & private rooms); common room, kitchen, laundry. Heritage house. 24-hr access for guests. Rates STC. Year-round. Howard Johnson Bluenose Inn & Suites qccd 902-443-3171 • 800-565-2301 • fax 902-443-9368 • www.hojo.com W • 636 Bedford Hwy, Bedford. GPS 44.69989, -63.66121. Motel: 45 A/C units (K,Q,D,T; 16 with kitchen): 4-pc bath, inroom coffee, hairdryer. Free local calls, Wi-Fi, continental breakfast, parking. Coin laundry. Rates STC; O/S rates. Year-round. Kidston Heritage House Bed & Breakfast qcccd 877-332-0313 • [email protected] • www.kidstonheritagehouse.com W 48-hr • W 72-hr E • W • 72-hr E,P • W < 48-hr 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com Janet & John Kidston. 62 Rockingstone Rd, Spryfield. GPS 44.60552, -63.61912. B&B: 2 rooms (Q), 3-pc (S) or 4-pc bath. Full breakfast. 1825 family homestead on 4.5 acres; deck; courtyard. Rates STC; discount for 2+ nights. Jun 1–Oct 31. Killarney Bed & Breakfast qccccd 902-835-5044; 902-488-1215 • 855-835-5044 • [email protected] • www.bbcanada.com/7242.html Johanna & Ron Garnier. 9 Killarney Dr, Bedford. GPS 44.72716, -63.69388. B&B: 2 cozy rooms (Q): 3-pc bath (S), DVD, phone, fan, robes. Full breakfast. Close to all amenities, golf; 8 km to downtown Halifax. Rates STC. Year-round. Lake City Motel +pccd 902-435-0060 • 800-792-2497 • fax 902-435-0804 • [email protected] • www.lakecitymotel.com 40 Lakecrest Dr, Dartmouth. Motel: 31 A/C units (Q,D,2D; 60% no-smoking), 4-pc bath, phone (free local calls), fridge, microwave; common kitchen; free coffee. Coin laundry. Pets allowed in 2 units. Rates STC; F(15); O/S rates. Year-round. Lakeside Bed & Breakfast q,}. 902-461-1549 • [email protected] • www.bbcanada.com/lakesidebb Crystal Marshall. 23 Lakeview Point Rd, Dartmouth. B&B: 2 rooms (K,Q,futon; light H): 4-pc bath, pvt entrance, deck, BBQ. Full breakfast. On Lake Banook; swimming off dock; waterslide, kayaks. Reservations required. Rates STC; F(8). Jul 1–Sep 30. $95–250 XP $15 AE"%pcccc.JJJ $139–359 XP $20 • E $75 XP $10 • S W 48-hr $35–110 • P,S • @,W • 24-hr $119–500 • E • W $100–250 • P • @ $169–299 XP $20 • E • W $99–199 XP $10 • E • @,W 1515 South Park St, Halifax. Hotel: 262 A/C rooms & suites (K,Q,D), 4-pc bath, in-room movies, free Wi-Fi & local calls, deluxe in-room amenities. Licensed restaurant; business centre; fitness centre; indoor parking. Rates STC; O/S rates. Year-round. Marigold Bed & Breakfast q,. 902-423-4798 • [email protected] • www.marigoldbedandbreakfast.com • @,W < • • CXL policy Credit cards Bathrooms (P/E/S) Cable or Sat TV Internet access Kitchen • /ette < Pool (I/O) Restaurant Other languages Rates Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites 902-423-6331 • 800-565-2020 • fax 902-491-6148 • [email protected] • lordnelsonhotel.ca 55 24-hr See ad p. 69. Joan Doherty. 6318 Norwood St, Halifax. B&B: 2 rooms (D,T; private deck with D room), shared 3-pc bath (S). Full breakfast. Old family home on quiet street; studio on site; gardens. Off-street parking. Cat on premises. Rates STC. Year-round. Mount Saint Vincent University "qccc. 866-405-1805 • www.msvu.ca/stay 166 Bedford Hwy, Halifax. Apt., Dorm-style: 71 units (T,S): 36 apt-style (1-, 2-, & 4-bdrm) with pvt bath, living/kitchen area; 35 dorm-style with shared baths; access to laundry. Parking, athletics pass, and Wi-Fi incl. Rates STC. May 1–Aug 28. Park Place Hotel & Conference Centre, Ramada Plaza "%+pccccJJJ See ad p. 77. 902-468-8888 • 800-561-3733 • fax 902-468-8765 • [email protected] • www.ramadans.com I • • 12-hr 240 Brownlow Ave, Dartmouth. GPS 44.69508, -63.57872. Hotel: 178 A/C rooms (K,D,T,S; incl 31 suites), 4-pc bath, hairdryers. Free Wi-Fi, local calls, buffet breakfast, parking. Waterslide, sauna, fitness centre. Rates STC; F(18). Year-round. Premiere Executive Suites/Atlantic pcccc. 866-844-1333 • fax 902-420-9600 • www.premieresuites.com • I,O 2-wk Apt.: 34 bachelor, 1-, 2-, or 3-bdrm suites (Q,D): 4-pc bath, stereo, free local calls and Internet, 5 appliances. Furnished luxury apts & condos in downtown & waterfront areas. Rates STC; discount for long-term stay; O/S rates. Year-round. Prince George Hotel p.JJJJ 902-425-1986 • 800-565-1567 • [email protected] • www.princegeorgehotel.com I • 24-hr 1725 Market St, Halifax. Hotel: 201 A/C rooms (K,Q; incl 14 suites), 4-pc bath, in-room movies, free Wi-Fi. Licensed restaurant; award-winning cuisine. Sauna, whirlpool, fitness centre. Secure indoor parking. Rates STC; F(18); O/S rates. Year-round. Quality Inn & Suites Halifax A"pcccd 902-444-6700 • [email protected] • www.qualityinnhalifax.com 980 Parkland Dr, Halifax. Hotel: 113 rooms & suites (Q,K), 4-pc bath (3 with airjet tub), mini-fridge, microwave. Free hot breakfast buffet. Waterslide, jacuzzi, full-service spa, arcade; business centre. Free parking. Rates STC. Year-round. Quality Inn Dartmouth "pcccd.JJ 902-469-5850 • 800-565-1275 • fax 902-469-5859 • [email protected] • www.micmachotel.com I 24-hr See ad p. 71. $109–190 XP $10 • E • • $129–399 • E • @,W • 4pm $49–149 • P,S W • 24-hr $70–90 XP $7 • E • W • 48-hr $135–155 • P • W < 1-wk $95 • E • @ $79–175 XP $10 • E • W $145–350 XP $25 • E • W $129–309 XP $20 • E • @,W $225–245 • E W 12-hr AE"$%pccccJJJ 1599 Grafton St, Halifax. Hotel: 92 suites (K,Q; studio, 1- & 2-bdrm), 4-pc bath, workstation. Free Wi-Fi, breakfast, & grocery shopping service. Rooftop patio, BBQ, fitness centre, indoor parking (fee). Pet policy. Rates STC; O/S rates. Year-round. Saint Mary’s University q. 902-420-5486; 902-420-5591 (reservations during season) • 888-347-5555 • [email protected] • www.smu.ca/conferences 5865 Gorsebrook Ave, Halifax. Apt., Dorm-style: 490 units (D,T,S): rooms with shared baths; suites; 2- & 3-bdrm apts with pvt bath and kitchen. Breakfast, gym pass, Wi-Fi and parking included. Conference facilities. Rates STC. May 4–Aug 16. Seasons Motor Inn – Halifax "+pcc 902-443-9341 • 800-792-2498 • fax 902-443-9344 • [email protected] See ad p. 77. 4 Melrose Ave, Halifax. GPS 44.65243, -63.63245. Motel: 27 units (Q,D,T; 20 A/C; some with kitchen), 4-pc bath, phone (free local calls). Coin laundry; free parking. Shopping mall and restaurants nearby. Rates STC; F(12); O/S rates. Year-round. SeaWatch Bed & Breakfast Aqcccd 902-477-1506 • [email protected] • www.seawatch.ca Elaine Hatfield. 139 Ferguson’s Cove Rd, Halifax. B&B: 2 H suites (Q,D,sofa-bed), 3-pc (S) or 4-pc bath, DVD, free WiFi; pvt entrance, deck. Light breakfast. Oceanfront; dock; whale sightings. Rates STC; XP or cot $15; O/S rates. Year-round. Settle In Bed & Breakfast p,cccc 902-434-1228; 902-456-8474 • 866-747-9045 • www.bbcanada.com/7433.html • 48-hr Halifax Metro Area Residence Inn by Marriott 902-422-0493 • 866-422-0493 • fax 902-422-0413 • [email protected] • www.marriott.com/yhzri Accommodations 313 Prince Albert Rd, Dartmouth. Hotel: 54 A/C units (K,Q,D,T; some executive rooms), 4-pc bath, DVD; some with fridge & microwave. Free Wi-Fi. Licensed restaurant; lounge; exercise room. Rates STC; F(18); O/S rates. Year-round. John & Claire Fougere. 10 Argus Dr, Dartmouth. B&B: 1 large room (K), 5-pc bath, fan, hairdryer, iron. Full breakfast. Internet access in common room. Off-street parking. Pet policy. Acadian French spoken. Rates STC; O/S rates. Year-round. Stardust Motel +q. 902-835-3316 • 877-472-3316 • fax 902-835-4973 • [email protected] • www.stardustmotel.ca • • 24-hr • 24-hr • 4pm The Halliburton AENqccccJJJ 902-420-0658 • 888-512-3344 • fax 902-423-2324 • [email protected] • www.thehalliburton.com 5184 Morris St, Halifax. Hotel: 29 A/C rooms in 3 townhouses (K,Q; 4 with fireplace), 4-pc bath. Light breakfast incl. Historic downtown hotel; fine dining in restaurant (evenings); garden courtyard; library. Rates STC; F(16); O/S rates. Year-round. The Hollis Hotel (formerly Radisson Suite Hotel) "qccccd.JJJ 902-429-7233 • 800-333-3333 • fax 902-429-9700 • [email protected] • www.thehollis.ca I 1649 Hollis St, Halifax. Hotel: 120 suites (K,Q; most harbourview), 3-pc (S) or 4-pc bath, 2 TVs, in-suite movies, free Internet & local calls, wet bar, mini-fridge, microwave. Restaurant; room service; whirlpool, exercise room. Rates STC. Year-round. The Pebble Bed & Breakfast p,{}ccccc 902-423-3369 • 888-303-5056 • [email protected] • www.thepebble.ca Elizabeth O’Carroll. 1839 Armview Terr, Halifax. B&B: 2 luxurious rooms (Q), 4-pc bath (1 with hydro-massage tub); free WiFi & phone calls. Full breakfast. Access to Northwest Arm. Recommended on TripAdvisor. Rates STC; O/S rates. Year-round. W 2-wk 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com 1067 Bedford Hwy, Bedford. GPS 44.71820, -63.67473. Motel: 50 units (D,T,S; 41 A/C; 1 two-bdrm apt): 4-pc bath, free Wi-Fi, phone (free local calls). Thai restaurant on site. Coin laundry. 24-hr check-in. Rates STC; O/S rates. Year-round. The Verandah Bed & Breakfast q,cccd $95–125 • E,P $99–160 XP $10 • E $43–68 • $79–109 XP $10 • E • $139–299 XP $20 • E • @,W $99–109 no tax • E,P • W 4pm $95 no tax • E • W * $110–135 E • W 48-hr $169 P 902-494-9500 • www.theverandahbb.com @ < CXL policy Credit cards Bathrooms (P/E/S) Cable or Sat TV Internet access Kitchen • /ette < Pool (I/O) Restaurant Other languages Rates 56 48-hr Joan Robillard. 1394 Edward St, Halifax. B&B: 2 rooms (Q), 4-pc bath; 1-bdrm H loft (D), 3-pc bath (S). Light breakfast 8:30am. Charming Victorian home in quiet residential area, close to downtown amenities, university, parks. Rates STC. Year-round. Travelodge Suites Dartmouth A"+pcccdJJ 902-465-4000 • 800-578-7878 • [email protected] • www.travelodgedartmouth.com • W 4pm @ 48-hr 101 Yorkshire Ave Ext, Dartmouth. Hotel: 75 units (K,Q,S; incl 38 suites): 4-pc bath, DVD, fridge; 2 TVs, wet bar, microwave in suites. Complimentary breakfast, use of fitness room & business centre, parking. Rates GTD; F(17). Year-round. University of King’s College qccd 902-422-1271, ext 106 • fax 902-423-3357 • [email protected] • ukings.ca/conference-services 6350 Coburg Rd, Halifax. Dorm-style: 91 rooms (S,T), with fridge, phone (free local calls). Oldest chartered university in North America. Catering, conference, meeting & recreational facilities. Rates STC. May 1–Aug 17. Wedgewood Motel +pccd 902-443-1576 • 877-515-0551 • fax 902-445-6348 • [email protected] • www.wedgewoodmotel.ca W < 24-hr 374 Bedford Hwy, Halifax. Motel: 40 A/C units (Q,2D; 90% no-smoking): 4-pc bath; free Wi-Fi & local calls. Light breakfast incl (peak season). Playground, BBQ; laundromat. Small pets welcome. Rates STC; F(15); cot $10; O/S rates. Year-round. Westin Nova Scotian AEpccccd.JJJJ 902-421-1000 • 877-9WESTIN • [email protected] • www.thewestinnovascotian.com I • 4pm 1181 Hollis St, Halifax. Hotel: 310 A/C rooms and suites (K,Q,D,S), 4-pc bath, deluxe amenities. Historic hotel. Restaurant, bar; whirlpool, gym, spa, salon. Reward programs. Parking (fee). Rates STC; F(18); weekend packages; O/S rates. Year-round. END OF AREA Eastern Passage Catwalk Bed and Breakfast q,. 902-407-2002 • [email protected] • catwalkbedandbreakfast.com Geena Gador. 98 Ridding Rd. B&B: 2 rooms (Q,S), 4-pc baths; 2-room family unit available. Light breakfast. Oceanview home. Laundry facilities available. Off-street parking. Multiple-cat household. Rates STC; family unit $129; O/S rates. Year-round. Eastern Passage Bed & Breakfast qcccc 902-465-1367 • [email protected] • www.easternpassagebb.ca Albert & Mary Conrod. 25 Lighthouse Lane. GPS 44.60090, -63.46259. B&B: 3 rooms (Q): 4-pc bath, ceiling fan. Full breakfast. Games room, propane fireplace, pool table, CBTV. Boat charters arranged. Rates GTD; packages; O/S rates. Year-round. Inn at Fisherman’s Cove qcccc 902-465-3455 • 866-725-3455 • fax 902-406-4988 • [email protected] • www.theinnatfishermanscove.com Tammy Rehberg. 1531 Shore Rd. Tourist Home: 8 oceanview rooms (Q; 4 with balcony), 4-pc bath, mini-fridge. Light breakfast. Heritage-style house in fishing village; glassed-in breakfast area; pvt dock. Rates STC; cots $25; O/S rates. Year-round. qccccd. @,W • * 1515 Shore Rd. Apt.: 1-bdrm A/C luxury suite (K, pull-out; sleeps 4), 4-pc bath, 2 TVs, fireplace, dishwasher, balcony, BBQ. Waterfront; view of islands and harbour. Next to Fisherman’s Cove. Rates STC; discount for extended stay. Year-round. All campgrounds listed have been approved by CampingSelect and/or NS Approved to ensure that they meet the required standards. Please be aware that GPS co-ordinates referenced in the listings may not be exact. For a key to symbols and codes, see p. 3. Internet access (@) at campgrounds is usually Wi-Fi, but may not reach all campsites. IN THE GRID: Rates are given for one or two people in peak season unless otherwise specified. Tax will be added to these rates unless “no tax” is indicated. Grand Lake Toilets are identified as Flush (F) or Privy/Pit (P) . Showers: a $ indicates pay showers. Swimming options are Lake (L), Pool (P), River (R), Ocean (O). Laurie Provincial Park Av@Wp{}f. $26 902-861-1623 • 888-544-3434 (reservations) • www.novascotiaparks.ca/parks/laurie.asp Credit cards Sites (Overnight) Sites (Seasonal) Cabin/hut/trailer Pull-throughs Open/shaded Services Washrooms Showers Disposal station Propane Store Take-out/canteen Laundromat Shelters Swimming Playground Rec hall Campgrounds Rates Halifax Metro Area Campgrounds Quigley’s Landing & Suite 902-405-8480 • fax 902-405-8482 • [email protected] • 63 0 S 2,U F,P • • S 3,U F • • L 4949 Hwy 2. Private sites & picnic area on lake. Dishwashing station, fire grills, wood, ice. Canoe/kayak dock, walking trail. Campground host. Leashed pets permitted. Rates STC; 24-hr CXL. Jun 12–Sep 6. Upper Sackville Halifax West KOA @+p,{}fKcccc[F]ccc[R] $27–47 • 101 0 • • Hammonds Woodhaven Park AE@p. Plains 902-835-2271 • fax 902-835-0019 • [email protected] • woodhavenrvpark.com Bernie & Karrie-Ann Buchanan. 1757 Hammonds Plains Rd. Ice, firepits, wood, RV supplies, 2 laundromats, free Wi-Fi. Games room. Big rig–friendly. Rates STC; 48-hr CXL. May 1–Oct 15. $30–45 • 177 33 • Dartmouth Shubie Park Campground $32–65 • 104 902-865-4342 • 888-562-4705 • [email protected] • www.halifaxwestkoa.com • • P • • P • • L • 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com 3070 Sackville Dr. Riverfront. 7 camp cabins; 1 mini-home. Ice, firepits, wood, free Wi-Fi. Games room, boating. 24-hr security (summer). Rates STC; cabins $74–169; booking-specific CXL. May 1–Oct 31. @pLcccd[F]cc[R] 902-435-8328 • 800-440-8450 • www.shubiecampground.com 30 John Brenton Dr. Campground with lake access, within the city. 1 yurt. Wood, ice. Supervised beach, tennis, walking trails. 24-hr staff. Rates STC; 48-hr CXL. May 11–Oct 14, STC. 0 • • O,S 3 F O 3,U F • • $ • • • • • This category includes national parks, historic sites, museums, and other attractions. See also listings under Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans; Outdoors; and Trails. Please be aware that GPS co-ordinates referenced in the listings may not be exact. For a key to symbols and codes, see p. 3. Enfield Atlantic Canada Aviation Museum zW Admission Credit cards Bus tours Food service Gift shop Parking spaces Picnic tables Museums and Attractions D 902-873-3773 • www.atlanticcanadaaviationmuseum.com • • • 25 57 • 20 Sky Blvd. Atlantic Canada’s aviation history, from the first heavier-than-air flight in the British Commonwealth, the Silver Dart, to jet aircraft of the ’60s, ’70s & ’80s: photos, uniforms, medals, aircraft engines, weapons, 24 vintage aircraft. $5 donation suggested. May 15–Oct 1, daily. Waverley Waverley Heritage Museum z@ 7 902-861-1463 • [email protected] • waverleycommunity.ca/?page_id=1671 2463 Rocky Lake Dr. Gold mining artifacts, school pictures, archival records, sport records, stamp-mill model and blacksmith tools. Located in a former church built with naval construction techniques, giving the impression of an upside-down ship’s hull. Admission free. Jun 1–Aug 31. Mount Uniacke Uniacke Estate Museum Park Evz;@ $ • • • • 50 • $ • 200 • 902-866-0032 • fax 902-866-2560 • [email protected] • uniacke.museum.gov.ns.ca 758 Hwy 1. GPS 44.90168, -63.84460. Grand country mansion (c 1815) of Attorney General Richard John Uniacke; original Georgian furnishings, portraits, ceramics. Walking trails (maps available). Admission charged (house only). Jun 1–Oct 4, STC; trails year-round, dawn to dusk. Hammonds Atlantic Playland W Plains 902-865-1025 • www.playland.ns.ca 1200 Lucasville Rd. GPS 44.74162, -63.74722. Fun for the entire family: water slides, mini-golf, go-carts, batting cages, bumper cars & boats, rides, gravity house, arcade games. Corporate picnic area. Pay-as-you-go or bracelets; group rates. Jun 14–Sep 1, 11am–6pm daily; haunted castle in Oct. Lower Sackville Fultz House Museum • z; • 902-865-3794 • [email protected] • www.fultzhouse.ca 30 33 Sackville Dr. Documents, photos, garments, tools and artifacts of 19th-century Sackville; cooper and blacksmith shops (wheelchair-accessible); gardens; nature trails; Veterans Memorial Cenotaph. Tuesday teas; special events. Admission free. Jul 1–Aug 31, 10am–5pm daily (STC). Bedford Scott Manor House AEzW@\ 902-832-2336 • [email protected] • www.scottmanorhouse.ca • 10 • 200 15 Fort Sackville Rd. Dutch Colonial mansion (c 1770) with gambrel roof, hand-hewn beams, wishbone chimneys. Permanent and weekly exhibits, family histories, local history & archaeology, photos, summer events. Barrier-free on ground floor. Admission free. Jul 1–Aug 30, daily; tea room 2–4pm. Dartmouth Alderney Landing W $ 902-461-8401; 902-461-4698 • fax 902-461-4679 • www.alderneylanding.com • 2 Ochterloney St. GPS 44.66502, -63.57026. Cultural and performing arts centre with outdoor event plaza. Visual art gallery, weekend farmers’ and craft market, marina, and harbourside park. Admission charged for events. Year-round. aW • 50 $ • 4 $ • 4 • Dartmouth Heritage Museum z@\ 902-464-2300 • fax 902-464-8210 • [email protected] • www.dartmouthheritagemuseum.ns.ca Museums and Attractions 1 Challenger Dr. Marine research centre; one of the world’s largest oceanographic establishments. Exhibits on fisheries science, oceanography, hydrography, marine geology, protected areas; touch tank. Tours (in English and French), by appt only. Admission free. May 15–Aug 31, Mon–Fri. 26 Newcastle St. GPS 44.66663, -63.55999. Located in Evergreen House; highlights of Dartmouth’s history; gallery with changing art/heritage exhibitions. Archival reference and research services, by appointment. Admission $2, F(12). Year-round, summer Tue–Sun; O/S Tue–Sat. Evergreen House z 902-464-2300 • fax 902-464-8210 • www.dartmouthheritagemuseum.ns.ca/evergreen-house 26 Newcastle St. Restored Victorian house (c 1867). Former home of Dr Helen Creighton, Nova Scotian author and folklorist; now home of Dartmouth Heritage Museum. Admission $2, F(12). Year-round, 10am–5pm (summer Tue–Sun; O/S Tue–Sat; weekends closed 1–2pm). Ground Zero Climbing Gym $ 902-468-8788 • [email protected] • www.climbgroundzero.com 7 Mellor Ave, Unit 3. GPS 44.70832, -63.58012. Metro’s first indoor climbing gym. Suitable for all age & fitness levels. Instruction and equipment rentals available. Day pass $12. Year-round, Mon–Fri noon–11pm, Sat noon–8, Sun noon–6. Quaker House z • $ 902-464-2300 • fax 902-464-8210 • www.dartmouthheritagemuseum.ns.ca/quaker-house 57–59 Ochterloney St. One of the oldest buildings in the city (c 1785); associated with the Nantucket Quaker whalers who were in Dartmouth 1785–92. Costumed tour guides; pioneer dress-up trunk for children; historic garden. Admission $2, F(12). Jun 1–Aug 31, Tues–Sun. Cole Harbour Cole Harbour Heritage Farm Museum AEz;\ D • • • 20 • $ • • 70 • 25 • 902-434-0222 • [email protected] • coleharbourfarmmuseum.ca Halifax Metro Area Bedford Institute of Oceanography 902-426-2373 • www.bio.gc.ca 471 Poplar Dr. GPS 44.67289, -63.49944. A rural oasis amid a suburban area. Heritage buildings, archival material, farm and household implements, farm animals, gardens and a tea room. Special events. Partial wheelchair access. Admission by donation. May 15–Oct 15, O/S by appt. Cherry Brook Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia zW;@ 902-434-6223 • 800-465-0767 • fax 902-434-2306 • [email protected] • www.bccns.com Halifax Africville Museum AEzW $ 902-455-6558 • fax 902-455-6461 • [email protected] • www.africvillemuseum.org 5795 Africville Rd. Africville, a 150-year-old African Nova Scotian community, was destroyed in the 1960s. Audiovisual kiosks, pictures, descriptive panels, and artifacts in a replica of the church celebrate the community. Adult: $3.50. Year-round, Jun 1–Oct 15 Tue–Sun, O/S Tue–Fri. Alexander Keith’s Nova Scotia Brewery $ 902-455-1474 • 877-612-1820 • [email protected] • • 1496 Lower Water St. Animators in period costume and character bring 1863 Halifax to life in story and song as they lead guests through one of the oldest breweries in Canada, in a massive stone building (c 1820); 1-hr tours. Admission: adult $21. Year-round, call for tour times. Army Museum, Halifax Citadel zW 902-422-5979 • [email protected] Halifax Citadel. An extensive collection of Nova Scotian militaria, including uniforms, decorations, edged weapons and firearms. May 7–Oct 31, also Nov. 11. • • 100 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com 10 Cherry Brook Rd. Exhibits and displays on Black migration, settlements, and communities, telling the story of one of Nova Scotia’s founding cultures, dating back to the early 1700s. Also contemporary African Nova Scotian and African Canadian history. Admission: adult $6. Jun 2–Oct 4. Admission Credit cards Bus tours Food service Gift shop Parking spaces Picnic tables 58 Burke-Gaffney Observatory ; 50 902-496-8257 • www.ap.smu.ca/pr/visit/open-houses Loyola Building. GPS 44.62975, -63.57847. The observatory contains a reflecting telescope, 40 cm in diameter, used to view the planets, the moon, and other celestial objects. 1–2 hr tour, 2nd and 4th Fri of each month (every Fri in summer), clear evenings only. Admission free. Year-round. Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 AEzaW\ • • $ 855-526-4721 • pier21.ca 75 1055 Marginal Rd. At Pier 21 National Historic Site, the gateway that 1.5 million immigrants and Canadian military personnel passed through between 1928 and 1971. Captivating exhibitions and presentations; family history centre. Admission charged. Year-round, daily May–Nov. Casino Nova Scotia W@ • • • 902-425-7777 • 888-6GAMES6 • [email protected] • www.casinonovascotia.com 463 1983 Upper Water St. GPS 44.65308, -63.57718. Entertainment, dining, & gaming facility. Admission restricted (minimum age 19). Year-round, 10am–4am daily (Fri & Sat 24 hours); table games noon–4am daily. Clay Café W • 902-429-2994 • www.claycafe.ca 6413 Quinpool Rd. GPS 44.64454, -63.60070. Paint-your-own pottery studio. Suitable for all ages; no experience required. Reservations not necessary. Year-round, 7 days a week. Dalhousie Arts Centre W $ 902-494-3820 • 800-874-1669 • fax 902-494-2883 • [email protected] • www.dal.ca/artscentre • 6101 University Ave. Diverse events from contemporary music concerts and symphonic presentations to ballet and theatrical productions; Rebecca Cohn Auditorium, Sir James Dunn Theatre, 2 small studios, sculpture court, and art gallery. Admission varies; tickets online. Year-round. Dalhousie University Archives and Special Collections @ • 902-494-3615 • fax 902-494-2062 • [email protected] • libraries.dal.ca/collection/archives.html 6225 University Ave. Official records of the University and manuscript holdings; Special Collections (approx 80,000 items) include the Dalhousie Library’s most significant printed works, including individual books, prints, and maps dating from the 1480s to the present. Admission free. Year-round. Discovery Centre AE $ • $ • • • • 902-492-4422 • fax 902-492-3170 • www.thediscoverycentre.ca 1593 Barrington St. Hands-on centre dedicated to making science fun and accessible for all age groups. Interactive exhibits, live science shows, special events, and movies illuminate the wonder of science in everyday things. Admission charged. Year-round, 10am–5pm daily. Government House AEvzW Museums and Attractions 902-424-7001 • fax 902-424-1790 • [email protected] • lt.gov.ns.ca 1451 Barrington St. GPS 44.64351, -63.57194. Guided tours of the working residence of the Sovereign’s representative in NS; the oldest official residence in Canada. Impressive collection of Nova Scotian art and antiques. Admission free. Jul 1–Aug 31, daily. Halifax Citadel National Historic Site EPzaW; 902-426-5080 • 888-773-8888 • fax 902-426-4228 • [email protected] • www.parkscanada.gc.ca/halifaxcitadel 5425 Sackville St. Impressive star-shaped masonry structure with defensive ditch, earthen ramparts, musketry gallery, powder magazine, garrison cells; completed in 1856. Noon gun, 78th Highlanders, performances, guided tours. May 7–Oct 31, daily; grounds open year-round. Halifax Public Gardens W • • www.halifax.ca/publicgardens Spring Garden Rd at South Park St. A National Historic Site: rare example of a formal Victorian public garden; 17 acres of floral displays, statues, fountains. Band concerts Sun 2–4pm in summer. No bicycles, no smoking, and no pets, please. Admission free. Apr 12–Nov 15, STC, 8am–dusk. Historic Properties • • • 902-429-0530 • www.historicproperties.ca Halifax Metro Area 88 1869 Upper Water St. The first restoration project of its kind in Canada: 3 city blocks of Canada’s oldest surviving group of waterfront warehouses and some of North America’s finest Victorian-Italianate façades. A Heritage Canada Designation. Year-round, daily. HMCS Sackville: Canada’s Naval Memorial AEz;@ • $ 902-429-2132; O/S 902-427-2837 • www.hmcssackville-cnmt.ns.ca Lower Water St. WWII Flower class corvette; a museum and memorial to honour and remember those who served and continue to serve in the Naval Service of Canada. Admission: adult $4. Year-round, Jun–Oct at Sackville Landing; Nov–May at HMC Dockyard, by appt. See ad p. 68. Hydrostone District • • • www.hydrostonemarket.ca/historical-hydrostone • Young St. GPS 44.66232, -63.59878. An English-style garden suburb, designed according to the latest principles of town planning in the rebuilding after the Halifax Explosion. The houses and the Hydrostone Market preserve a remarkable sense of time and place. A Federal Heritage Site. Year-round. IMAX – Cineplex Cinemas W $ 902-876-4800 • www.cineplex.com/theatres/imax • • 1000 190 Chain Lake Dr. GPS 44.64793, -63.67454. Films shown in IMAX and IMAX 3D formats. Admission charged; rates vary. Year-round. 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com Maritime Command Museum z;\ • 902-721-8250 • [email protected] • psphalifax.ca/marcommuseum • 15 2725 Gottingen St. Weapons, uniforms, models, art and documents; history relating to the history of Canada’s naval forces in both war and peace; the Royal Navy’s presence in Halifax since 1759; history of the Canadian Navy since its inception in 1910. Admission free. Year-round, Mon–Fri. Maritime Museum of the Atlantic AEvzW $ • • $ • • • 902-424-7490 • maritimemuseum.novascotia.ca 1675 Lower Water St. Maritime history: shipwrecks, the Navy, Days of Sail, Sable Island, Titanic, Halifax Explosion, Age of Steam, a ship chandlery, and Canada’s longest-serving hydrographic vessel (c 1913). Admission charged. Year-round, daily (closed Mon Nov–Apr); CSS Acadia Jun–Oct. Museum of Natural History vzW' 902-424-7353 • naturalhistory.novascotia.ca 1747 Summer St. Live displays include in-house bee colony, butterfly house, and nature centre with a variety of critters. Galleries highlight marine life, mammals, birds, geology and fossils. Temporary exhibits from various sources. Year-round, closed Mon & some holidays in winter. 50 • Admission Credit cards Bus tours Food service Gift shop Parking spaces Picnic tables Neptune Theatre W $ 902-429-7070 • 800-565-7345 • neptunetheatre.com 59 • 1593 Argyle St. GPS 44.64587, -63.57416. One of the oldest professional regional theatre companies in Canada; drama, comedy, musicals. Internationally recognized for excellence. Infrared hearing system, A/C. Year-round, evening and matinee performances. Nova Scotia Archives AEvW@\ 3 902-424-6060 • [email protected] • novascotia.ca/nsarm 6016 University Ave. Records of NS government, churches, businesses, & organizations; papers of families & individuals; books; newspapers; documentary art & photographs; maps & architectural plans; audio/visual records. Admission free. Year-round, Mon–Sat (Wed to 9pm); closed holidays. Nova Scotia Sport Hall of Fame AEzW 902-421-1266 • fax 902-425-1148 • [email protected] • www.nsshf.com 1800 Argyle St. Profiling 150 years of Nova Scotian sport heritage and heroes: audio-visual presentations, a multi-sport simulator, and a variety of exhibits; Sidney Crosby collection. Educational presentations. Free. Year-round, Mon–Fri, summer weekends, and before Scotiabank Centre events. NovaScotian Crystal AEW; • 902-492-0416 • 888-977-2797 • fax 877-977-2797 • [email protected] • novascotiancrystal.com/the-glassworks 5080 George St. GPS 44.64893, -63.57204. The only crystal maker in Canada; visitors can watch molten crystal become mouth-blown, handcut wine glasses, vases and works of art, and learn the history behind each pattern and what makes crystal so precious. Year-round, Mon–Sat. Old Burying Ground & Welsford-Parker Monument See ad p. 72. W www.oldburyingground.ca 1460 Barrington St. A National Historic Site and a Registered Heritage Property. Halifax’s first burial ground (c 1749); the oldest existing stone (1752) marks the grave of a 2-year-old. The Welsford-Parker Monument (1860) commemorates two Crimean War heroes. May 15–Oct 15. Our Lady of Sorrows Chapel www.ccchalifax.com/history.html Holy Cross Cemetery, 1259 South Park St. GPS 44.63926, -63.57815. On Aug 31, 1843, this charming little chapel was built by over 1,800 people, in just one day! The French stained-glass windows date to the 16th and 17th centuries. Apr 15–Oct 15, Mon–Fri 8:30am–4:30pm. Point Pleasant Park ; • www.pointpleasantpark.ca 100 • 5530 Point Pleasant Dr. A 75-hectare park, with a Martello Tower and ruins of several forts, extensive walking paths (motor vehicles prohibited), canteen (Jun 1–Oct 1), 2 parking areas, beach, off-leash area for dogs. Map at the Tower Rd entrance. Year-round, limited winter maintenance. Prince of Wales Tower National Historic Site EPza; • 902-426-5080 • 888-773-8888 • fax 902-426-4228 • [email protected] • www.parkscanada.gc.ca/princewalestower • Province House vW Museums and Attractions Point Pleasant Park. GPS 44.62170, -63.56977. Thick-walled round structure, built in 1796–97; also called the Martello Tower. Interpretive panels portray its history, architectural features, and significance in Halifax’s coastal defence network. Admission free. Year-round, grounds only. • 902-424-4661 • www.nslegislature.ca/index.php/about 1726 Hollis St. National Historic Site (c 1819), Canada’s oldest provincial legislative assembly, and the original home of Britain’s first overseas self-government. Described by Dickens as “a gem of Georgian architecture." Admission free. Year-round, July–Aug daily; O/S Mon–Fri. St. George’s Round Church W; 6 902-423-1059 • fax 902-423-0897 • [email protected] • www.roundchurch.ca 2222 Brunswick St. A National Historic Site (c 1800), St George’s is a cylindrical wooden church in the Palladian style. Edward, Duke of Kent, played an active role in the planning of the new building. Free admission. Jul 1–Sep 1, tours available upon request. Saint Mary’s Cathedral Basilica zW D 5221 Spring Garden Rd. GPS 44.64417, -63.57303. A National Historic Site; guided tours by appointment; visitors welcome any time. Daily Masses. Tours free; donations welcome. Year-round. St. Paul’s Anglican Church AEW\ D 902-429-2240 • [email protected] • www.stpaulshalifax.org 1749 Argyle St. The oldest building in Halifax (c 1749). The “Ghost Window” and piece of wood embedded in an interior wall are relics of the 1917 Halifax Explosion. Genealogical services (fee). Donations welcome. Year-round, guided tours Mon-Fri (also Sat in Jul & Aug). Shakespeare by the Sea W 902-422-0295 • fax 902-422-4250 • [email protected] • www.shakespearebythesea.ca D • • 200 • 75 • • • 20 • • 200 • Halifax Metro Area 902-429-9800, ext 300 • [email protected] • www.halifaxyarmouth.org/cathedral/about/administrative-services Point Pleasant Park. Open-air, site-specific, environmentally friendly theatre festival offering accessible, innovative, professional productions. Performed in a magnificent expanse of nature trails, ruins of colonial forts, and other historic sites. Admission by donation ($15 suggested). Jul 1–Sep 4, STC. Sir Sandford Fleming Park (The Dingle) ; Dingle Rd. A 95-acre park, donated to Halifax in 1908 by Sir Sandford Fleming, creator of Standard Time Zones. Natural habitats, walking trails, beach, wharf, boat launch. Dedicated in 1912, the tower commemorates 150 years of representative government. Apr 15–Nov 15, canteen May 24–Oct 15. ; 2393 Brunswick St. A National Historic Site, this is the oldest Lutheran church in Canada. Bought as a house in 1756 by German (“Deutsch”) settlers, it was given a steeple for its consecration in 1761. Burying ground; mass grave beneath the church. Free admission. Jul 1–Sep 1, tours available. Thomas McCulloch Museum zW@ 902-494-2785 • www.dal.ca/faculty/science/biology/research/facilities/thomas-mcculloch-museum.html 1355 Oxford St. Exhibit of mounted birds of Nova Scotia prepared over 150 years ago by Thomas McCulloch, first principal of Dalhousie College; collections of butterflies, seashells, and lifelike ceramic mushrooms; marine & freshwater aquaria. Group tours by appt. Admission free. Year-round, Mon–Fri. York Redoubt National Historic Site EPza; 902-426-5080 • 888-773-8888 • fax 902-426-4228 • [email protected] • www.parkscanada.gc.ca/yorkredoubt 301 York Redoubt Cres. This fortification (c 1793) was a key element in the defence of Halifax Harbour. A unique heritage treasure featuring tunnels, muzzle-loading guns, WWII Command Post, interpretive panels, walking trails. Admission free. Year-round, serviced Jun 25–Sep 2. 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com The Little Dutch Church 902-423-1059 • fax 902-423-0897 • [email protected] • www.roundchurch.ca Admission Credit cards Bus tours Food service Gift shop Parking spaces Picnic tables 60 Yuk Yuk’s Comedy Club W@ $ 902-429-9857 • [email protected] • www.thewestinnovascotian.com/yuk-yuks-halifax-comedy-club • The Westin Nova Scotian Hotel, 1181 Hollis St. Comedy club with local and international headliners. Admission $15–20. Year-round, Wed–Sat. Eastern Passage Fisherman’s Cove zW; • • 100 • 902-465-6093 • fax 902-465-6899 • [email protected] • www.fishermanscove.ns.ca Government Wharf Rd. GPS 44.60989, -63.49314. Museums, art galleries and shops in a restored 200-year-old fishing village. Charter boats for whalewatching, deep-sea fishing, island tours. Marine interpretive centre (free admission, donations accepted). May 1–Sep 30, STC. Shearwater Aviation Museum AEzW D 902-720-1083 • www.shearwateraviationmuseum.ns.ca • • 33 34 Bonaventure St. Museum chronicles the history of Canadian Maritime military aviation from 1918, and features an airworthy Fairey Swordfish bi-plane and 12 other aircraft. Art gallery, theatre, flight simulator. Admission free, donations welcome. Apr 1–Nov 30, Dec–Mar by appt. These listings identify some of the artisans in the region and some galleries and shops whose products are primarily made in Nova Scotia. The “Open Studio” designation identifies juried members of the Nova Scotia Designer Crafts Council who open their personal studios to the public so you can watch them work. Elmsdale Accessories Clothing Fine art Food Home & Garden Jewellery Bath & Body Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans Sweet Spot Chocolate Shop • 902-883-7417 • [email protected] • www.sweetspotchocolateshop.com 601 Hwy 2. Handcrafted chocolates, fudge and other confections, all made on-site. AMCC, DD. Year-round, 7 days a week. Mount Uniacke Steady Brook Saddlery • James Brown Open Studio Artisan • Media: Leather 902-866-4055 • fax 902-866-0575 • [email protected] • www.steadybrooksaddlery.ca • Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans 303 Etter Rd. GPS 44.87636, -63.81227. Handcrafted saddles and horse tack; leather goods; dog equipment. Commissions welcome. AMCC. Year-round, Tue–Fri 9am–6pm, Sat 9am–noon. Bedford MSVU Art Gallery W Media: Multiple media 902-457-6160 • fax 902-457-2447 • [email protected] • www.msvuart.ca • 166 Bedford Hwy. Continually changing exhibitions, primarily of contemporary art, often highlighting work by artists of the region, especially women. The university art collection consists of visual art in various media, mainly by Atlantic Canadian artists. Year-round, Tue–Sun, except holidays. Halifax Amos Pewter AE Open Studio Artisan • Media: Metal 800-565-3369 • fax 888-430-0337 • [email protected] • www.amospewter.com/experience-amos • • 1751 Lower Water St. GPS 44.64889, -63.57227. Handcrafted pewter giftware, jewellery, collectible ornaments, sculptures and other keepsakes. Pewter casting demonstrations. AMCC, DD. Apr 10–Dec 31, STC. Anna Leonowens Gallery ; Media: Multiple media 902-494-8223 • nscad.ca/annaleonowens • Granville Mall, 1891 Granville St. GPS 44.64988, -63.57461. Works by students, faculty and visitors of NSCAD University. Three exhibition spaces. Artist lectures, video screenings, performances and panel discussions. Year-round, Tues–Sat (closed Aug 17–Sep 14, Dec 14–Jan 11, & holidays). Art Gallery of Nova Scotia AEW Media: Multiple media 902-424-7542 • www.artgalleryofnovascotia.ca • Halifax Metro Area 1723 Hollis St. Permanent collection of contemporary and historic Nova Scotian, Canadian & international art; the Maud Lewis House; temporary exhibitions. Guided tours, public lectures, classes. Gallery shop, restaurant. Admission charged (free Thur 5–9pm). Year-round. Art Sales & Rental Society – Teichert Gallery AW Media: Paintings & prints, photography 902-424-3087 • [email protected] • www.teichertgallery.com • 1723 Hollis St. Extensive selection of original works of emerging and established Maritime artists. Media include paintings, original prints, and photographs. AMCC. Year-round, Sun–Mon noon–5pm, Tue–Sat 10am–5pm. Dalhousie Art Gallery W Media: Multiple media 902-494-2403 • artgallery.dal.ca • 6101 University Ave. GPS 44.63752, -63.58836. Changing exhibitions: Canadian and international contemporary and historical art, in all media. Year-round, Tue–Fri 11am–5pm, weekends noon–5pm. Summer exhibition dates vary; please call. Golumba Studio Gallery Media: Paintings & prints 902-717-8330 • [email protected] • www.golumba.com • 60 Clayton Park Dr. GPS 44.66004, -63.64781. Original paintings in watercolour, oil, and acrylic—landscapes, seascapes, still life, figure drawings; also prints and note cards. $/TC. Year-round, by appointment or chance. Nova Scotia Centre for Craft and Design W Media: Multiple media 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com 902-492-2522 • fax 902-492-2526 • [email protected] • www.craft-design.ns.ca • 1061 Marginal Rd. GPS 44.63872, -63.56557. Exhibitions of fine craft in the Mary E. Black Gallery; designer craft shop featuring the work of Nova Scotian craftspeople; multi-use craft studios. Information on art and craft; ask for the Guide to Craft and Art in Nova Scotia. Year-round. Port Loggia Gallery ; Media: Multiple media 902-442-8769 • nscad.ca/annaleonowens • 1107 Marginal Rd. GPS 44.63532, -63.56813. A dynamic exhibition, performance and event space. Year-round, Thur–Mon 12–5pm (closed Aug 17–Sep 14, Dec 14–Jan 11 and holidays). Studio 21 Fine Art Media: Paintings & prints 902-420-1852 • fax 902-420-0715 • [email protected] • www.studio21.ca 1273 Hollis St. GPS 44.64185, -63.56977. Gallery exhibiting original contemporary art by Nova Scotian and other Canadian artists, for over 25 years. AMCC. Year-round, Tue–Fri 10am–6pm, Sat 10am–5pm, Sun noon–5pm, Mon by appointment. • Accessories Clothing Fine art Food Home & Garden Jewellery Bath & Body ViewPoint Gallery W 61 • Media: Photography 902-420-0854 • [email protected] • www.viewpointgallery.ca Restaurants The following restaurants have paid to provide these listings, giving you information on types of service and specialties offered. For more extensive information, pick up a copy of the Restaurant Association of Nova Scotia’s Dine Nova Scotia or Taste of Nova Scotia’s Culinary Adventure Guide. Also visit edining.ca and tasteofnovascotia.com. See p. 3 for a key to the symbols and codes. Fall River Encore! Type: Gourmet, informal • Specialty: Seafood, gluten free tel/fax 902-861-3480 • [email protected] • www.innonthelake.com AENr@W; Seating: interior Seating: exterior Children’s menu Dining room Licensed Entertainment Patio Reservations rec. Takeout Credit cards 1272 Barrington St. GPS 44.64138, -63.57118. Solo and group exhibitions of photographs by members of the co-op, who work together to nurture, exhibit and market their work; guest exhibits. AMCC, DD. Year-round, Jul–Oct Tue–Sun noon–5pm (to 7pm Thur & Fri); O/S Wed–Sun noon–5pm. 60 80 • • • • • • • 46 80 • • • • • • • 3009 Hwy 2. Bus tours welcome. Year-round, 7am–10pm. Oliver’s Gastro Pub Type: Lounge, pub • Specialty: Pizza/burgers, seafood 902-861-3480 • fax 902-861-4883 • [email protected] • www.innonthelake.com/dining-experiences AENr@W; 3009 Hwy 2, at Inn on the Lake. Bus tours welcome. Year-round, 5–10pm. Dartmouth Fresh Twenty One Type: Fine dining • • 80 AENrW 902-491-4961 • [email protected] • www.nscc.ca/akerley-fresh21 • 21 Woodlawn Rd. Sep 15–Apr 15, Tue, Wed, Thur 11:30am and 6pm. Trendz Restaurant & Wine Bar Type: Gourmet, lounge • Specialty: Canadian 902-446-3782 • 866-676-9846 • fax 902-465-2225 • [email protected] • www.trendzcafe.ca "r@W 100 25 • • • 30 • • • • • 15 Spectacle Lake Dr. Bus tours welcome. Year-round, 11am–10pm. Cole Harbour Rose & Kettle Tea Room Type: Cafe/tea room, family dining • Specialty: Desserts 902-462-0154 • [email protected] • www.coleharbourfarmmuseum.ca/tearoom ANW • 471 Poplar Dr. May 15–Oct 15, Mon–Sat 10am–4pm, Sun & holidays noon–4pm. 2 Doors Down Type: Informal • Specialty: Canadian 68 • • 70 16 • • • • 56 24 • • • • • • 40 22 • AENr; 902-422-4224 • www.go2doorsdown.com • 1533 Barrington St. Year-round, 11am–10pm daily. Bistro Le Coq Type: Continental, lounge • Specialty: European ra@ 902-407-4564 • [email protected] • bistrocoq.ca 6169 Quinpool Rd. Year-round, Mon–Wed 11:30am–10pm, Thur 11:30am–11pm, Fri–Sat 11am–12am, Sun 12pm–10pm. Brooklyn Warehouse Type: Informal • Specialty: Canadian AEN@W 902-446-8181 • [email protected] • brooklynwarehouse.ca • • 2795 Windsor St. Year-round, Mon–Sat 11:30am–10pm. Cheelin Restaurant • • • • • 76 • • • • 75 30 • • • • • Type: Family dining, fine dining • Specialty: Asian Nr@W tel/fax 902-422-2252 • [email protected] • www.cheelinrestaurant.ca 1496 Lower Water St. Bus tours welcome. Year-round, Mon–Sat 11:30am–2:30pm, dinner 5–10pm daily. Chives Canadian Bistro Type: Fine dining, informal • Specialty: Canadian Nr; 902-420-9626 • www.chives.ca 1537 Barrington St. Year-round, 5–9:30pm daily. CUT Steakhouse Type: Fine dining • Specialty: Seafood, steaks "$%r@ 902-429-5120 • fax 902-429-5121 • [email protected] • www.cutsteakhouse.ca 5120 Salter St. Year-round, daily, from 5:30pm. Elements on Hollis Type: Informal • Specialty: Canadian 94 • • • 150 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • AENrW 1181 Hollis St, at Westin Nova Scotian. Year-round, Mon–Sat 6:30am–2pm, 5:30–10pm, Sun 6:30–11am, 11:30am–2pm. 902-496-7960 • [email protected] • www.elementsonhollis.ca Five Fishermen Restaurant & Grill Type: Fine dining, informal • Specialty: Canadian, seafood 902-422-4421 • fax 902-422-4503 • [email protected] • www.fivefishermen.com Nr@; • Halifax Metro Area Bramoso Gourmet Pizzeria Type: Family dining, informal • Specialty: Pizza/burgers, vegetarian 902-425-2222 • fax 902-425-3661 • [email protected] • www.bramoso.com N@W; Restaurants 1584 Argyle St. Year-round, Sun–Thur noon–10pm, Fri–Sat noon–12am. 1740 Argyle St. Bus tours welcome. Year-round, hours vary with season. Gio 902-425-1986 • www.giohalifax.com Type: Fine dining, informal Nr@W; 1725 Market St. Year-round, Mon–Fri 11am–11pm, Sat 5–11pm (closed Sun). Grafton Street Dinner Theatre Type: Informal • Specialty: Seafood, steaks 902-425-1961 • fax 902-422-0742 • [email protected] • www.graftonstdinnertheatre.com NW • • • 140 1741 Grafton St. Bus tours welcome. Year-round, 6:30pm Tues–Sun. Harbour City Bar & Grill 902-492-6443 • www.harbourcitygrill.com Type: Fine dining, gourmet 140 • • • 42 4 • Nr@W; 1990 Barrington St. Bus tours welcome. Year-round, 7am–midnight (food service until 11pm). Heartwood Restaurant Type: Cafe/tea room, family dining • Specialty: Vegetarian 902-425-2808 • [email protected] • iloveheartwood.ca AN@W 6250 Quinpool Rd. Year-round, 10am–10pm daily. • • • 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com Halifax Seating: interior Seating: exterior Children’s menu Dining room Licensed Entertainment Patio Reservations rec. Takeout Credit cards 62 McKelvie’s Delishes Fishes Dishes Type: Informal • Specialty: Seafood 140 • • • 40 • • • 350150 • Nr@W 902-421-6161 • www.mckelvies.ca • • • 1680 Lower Water St. Year-round, 11:30am–10pm. Morris East Type: Gourmet, informal • Specialty: Pizza/burgers, gluten free Nr; 902-444-7663 • [email protected] • www.morriseast.com • • 5212 Morris St. Year-round, 11:30am–2:30pm, 5–10pm; Sun 10am–2:30pm, 5–9pm (closed Mon). Murphy’s Restaurant Type: Family dining, pub • Specialty: Seafood • • • 75 25 • • • • 80 • • • AEW 902-420-1015 • fax 902-423-7942 • [email protected] • www.mtcw.ca/Restaurant.php 1751 Lower Water St. Year-round, 11:30am–10pm. Onyx Dining Room & Cocktail Lounge Type: Fine dining, lounge Nr@ 902-428-5680 • fax 902-428-5175 • [email protected] • www.onyxdining.com 1580 Argyle St. Year-round, Mon–Sat 4:30pm. Press Gang Restaurant & Oyster Bar Type: Fine dining • Specialty: Seafood, steaks Nr 902-423-8816 • [email protected] • www.thepressgang.net • • 5218 Prince St. Year-round, Sun–Wed 5–10pm, Thur–Sat 5pm–midnight. Saege Bistro • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Type: Family dining, gourmet • Specialty: Seafood Nr@W 5883 Spring Garden Rd. Year-round, Mon 11:30am–2pm, Tue–Fri 11:30am–9pm, Sat 9:30am–9:30pm, Sun 9:30am–8:30pm. 902-429-1882 • fax 902-429-1569 • [email protected] • www.saege.ca Scanway Bakery Type: Cafe/tea room • Specialty: Sandwiches, desserts 15 AENr@W 902-425-0683 • [email protected] • scanwaycatering.com 1567 Grafton St. Year-round, Mon–Fri 7am–6pm; Sat 9am–6pm; extended summer hrs. Seasons by Atlantica Type: Gourmet, informal • Specialty: Canadian AE"N@W 902-490-3331 • www.seasonsbyatlantica.com 1980 Robie St. Bus tours welcome. Year-round. Stories Type: Fine dining • • 50 Nr@ 902-444-4400 • [email protected] • www.storiesdining.com 5184 Morris St. Year-round, 5:30–9pm. • • • See ad p. 73. Tempo: Food + Drink Type: Family dining, lounge • Specialty: Vegetarian, gluten free 902-428-3676 • [email protected] • tempofooddrink.com AENr@W 100 • • • • • • • 95 12 • • • • 175150 • • • • • 26 • • 1875 Barrington St. Bus tours welcome. Year-round, 7am–11pm. The Arms Public House Type: Family dining, pub "%r@; 902-420-9781 • [email protected] • www.thearmshalifax.com 1515 South Park St. Year-round, 7am–11pm. Type: Family dining, informal • Specialty: Seafood r@W 1549 Lower Water St. Bus tours welcome. Year-round, 11:30am–10pm. Eastern Passage Emma’s Eatery Type: Family dining, informal • Specialty: Canadian, fish and chips 902-406-0606 • [email protected] • emmaseatery.ca AEN@W • • 31 Cow Bay Rd. Year-round, Tue–Sun (hours vary: 8 or 10am to 3 or 8pm); closed Mon. Outdoors These listings identify some of the outdoor activities available in the province. Many activities are seasonal and/or weather-dependent; please confirm open dates when making plans and always keep safety in mind. Additional information can be found on pages 12–15 and 336. IN THE GRID: Accessibility: P = partially accessible Tours Offered: see related listing in Tour Operators and Tour Services section Enfield Vision Air Services W;t Category: Air Adventure 902-873-3488 • fax 902-873-3489 • [email protected] • www.visionairhelicopters.ca Accessibility Tours offered Hiking Cycling Canoeing/Kayaking Snowmobile/4-wheel Winter activities Halifax Metro Area Outdoors The Waterfront Warehouse 902-425-7610 • [email protected] • www.waterfrontwarehouse.ca • • 549 Barnes Dr. GPS 44.87773, -63.52323. Helicopter rides (up to 4 passengers per helicopter): customized trips, aerial photography, private island landings with gourmet picnics. Reservations required. Year-round. Goffs Airlane Golf Club G Category: Golf Courses 902-873-4040 • airlanegolfclub.com 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com 2103 Old Guysborough Rd. 9-hole, par 36, 3008 yd. Rating 69.2; Slope 126. May 1–Oct 31. Grand Lake Laurie Provincial Park AvW{}fYL| Category: Parks novascotiaparks.ca/parks/laurie.asp • • • • • • 4949 Hwy 2. GPS 44.87813, -63.60217. A picnic area on the shores of Shubenacadie Grand Lake, under hardwood stands. Swimming (unsupervised); dock for canoes and kayaks; walking trail; camping. Jun 12–Sep 6, parking at gate for O/S use. Oakfield Provincial Park AvW{}fYL Category: Parks novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#oakfield 366 Oakfield Park Rd. GPS 44.91182, -63.58527. Popular picnic park on Shubenacadie Grand Lake; tables along edges of fields. Group picnics. Small beach (supervised in Jul–Aug), wheelchair-accessible boat launch, hard-surface trails. May 15–Oct 12. Mount Uniacke Uniacke Pines Golf Course *W;G Category: Golf Courses 902-866-2440 • www.uniackepines.com 83 Alder Lane. 9-hole, par 33, 2194 yd. Slope 118. Power and pull carts and rentals available. Dining room. Green fee players welcome. Apr 1–Nov 30, STC. • Accessibility Tours offered Hiking Cycling Canoeing/Kayaking Snowmobile/4-wheel Winter activities Beaver Bank Emerson Ridge Driving Range WG Category: Golf Driving Ranges 902-864-4872 63 • 342 Beaver Bank Rd. GPS 44.80120, -63.68826. 30 tee-off stations in scenic forested area. Club rentals, large & small baskets. Children welcome. Apr 30–Oct 31. Lost Creek Golf Club *WG Category: Golf Courses 902-865-4653 • www.lostcreek.ca/course • 310 Kinsac Rd. GPS 44.84202, -63.67012. 18-hole, par 71, 5952 yd. Rating 68.9; Slope 124. Situated in mature forests with river and a lake. Apr 15–Nov 15. Hammonds Glen Arbour Golf Course AE*;G Category: Golf Courses Plains 902-835-4653 • fax 902-832-2964 • [email protected] • www.glenarbour.com 40 Clubhouse Lane. GPS 44.75178, -63.77162. 18-hole, par 72, 6800 yd. Rating 73.6; Slope 138. Designed by Graham Cooke. Set among lakes and mature hardwood trees 20 km from Halifax. Executive 9-hole, par 3 and practice facility. Full-service clubhouse. May 7–Oct 23, STC. Hatfield Farm Cowboy Adventures W| Category: Riding & Hay Rides; Sleigh Rides 902-835-5676 • fax 902-835-1492 • [email protected] • www.hatfieldfarms.com P • • 1840 Hammonds Plains Rd. GPS 44.73376, -63.76983. Trail rides, hay rides, sleigh rides, children’s pony rides and overnight trail rides; beginners and experienced riders welcome. Private rides and personalized packages available. Campground (can only be reached by horseback). Year-round. Harrietsfield Isner Stables ;Y Category: Riding & Hay Rides; Sleigh Rides P 902-477-5043 • [email protected] • www.isnerstables.com 1060 Old Sambro Rd. GPS 44.57480, -63.63388. Guided 1- or 2-hour scenic trail rides; lessons by reservation. Pony rides and rentals; sleigh and wagon rides; group outings. Year-round, daily. Sambro Crystal Crescent Beach Provincial Park AvYL • Category: Parks novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#crystal 223 Sambro Creek Rd. GPS 44.47178, -63.62273. Beautiful beach park at mouth of Halifax Harbour. 3 white-sand crescent beaches; vault toilet; boardwalks to first two beaches. Trail head for a hike to Pennant Point, 10 km (6 mi) each way. May 15–Oct 12. Lower Sackville Sackville Lakes Provincial Park AvL • Category: Parks www.novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#sackville 440 First Lake Dr. GPS 44.76910, -63.65047. A natural environment park with trails through woodlands and wetlands; lake access for canoeing/kayaking. May 15–Oct 12. Dartmouth Dartmouth Yacht Club Wb Category: Marinas & Yacht Clubs 902-468-6050 • www.dyc.ns.ca • GPS 44.70153, -63.60922. Bedford Basin at Wright’s Cove. Marina facilities; 200 slips; 30-t marine travel lift, pleasure craft only; moorings; pumpout service; hull, engine, sail repair nearby; gas, diesel on site; winter storage; clubhouse rentals. VHF Channel 68. Sail training July & Aug. Year-round. The Bike Pedaler K • Category: Equipment Rentals 902-468-7773 • [email protected] • thebikepedaler.ca The Links at Montague *WG Category: Golf Courses 902-433-3330; 902-433-3331 • fax 902-433-3334 • [email protected] • www.thelinksatmontague.com Outdoors 140 Alderney Dr. GPS 44.66538, -63.56460. Bicycle rentals and sales; route planning. Year-round, Mon–Sat (closed long weekends and other statutory holidays). • 6 Lakehill Dr. GPS 44.70670, -63.50228. 9-hole, par 31, 1880 yd. Executive golf course designed by Graham Cooke; practice area, driving range; instruction. Restaurant. Apr 15–Nov 15. • • Halifax Metro Area Torpedo Rays Scuba Adventures WD Category: Dive Shops; Equipment Rentals 902-481-0444; 902-407-0444 • fax 902-481-0333 • [email protected] • www.torpedorays.com 625 Windmill Rd. Diving instruction, rentals, sales, service, charters and group trips. PADI 5-star IDC facility. Year-round. Grandview Golf & Country Club *G 902-435-3767 • fax 902-435-4380 • www.eaglequestgolf.com/nova-scotia/ Category: Golf Courses GPS 44.70957, -63.46265. 18-hole, par 72, 6212 yd. Rating 70.3; Slope 124. Designed by Bill Robinson; features three of the best finishing holes in Nova Scotia. Excellent condition, accessibility and playability. On-line booking. May 1–Oct 31. Halifax Goodwood Family Golf Centre G Category: Golf Driving Ranges 902-876-1122 • [email protected] • www.GoodwoodFamilyGolf.com 1300 Prospect Rd. GPS 44.59539, -63.69504. Driving range with mats. Golf lessons; club rentals. 18-hole mini-golf with sand traps and water hazards. Apr 1–Oct 15, STC. Hemlock Ravine Park AEYKLy • • Category: Parks [email protected] • www.trails.gov.ns.ca/SharedUse/hx085.html • 40 Kent Ave. GPS 44.68855, -63.66347. A 75-ha habitat with extensive paths; off-leash area for dogs. The heart-shaped pond known as Julie’s Pond was built by Prince Edward, Duke of Kent, for his mistress. Please do not feed the waterfowl. No washrooms. Year-round, no winter maintenance. I Heart Bikes AEK Category: Equipment Rentals 902-406-7774 • fax 902-482-5014 • [email protected] • www.iheartbikeshfx.com Bicycle rentals. May 1–Oct 31. Kannon Beach Surf Shop Category: Equipment Rentals 902-405-8440 • [email protected] • www.kannonbeach.com 5239 Blowers St. Surf/windsurf equipment rentals and sales: surfboards, stand-up paddleboards, wetsuits and accessories. Year-round. • • 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com Westphal Accessibility Tours offered Hiking Cycling Canoeing/Kayaking Snowmobile/4-wheel Winter activities 64 Nautilus Aquatic Centre D Category: Dive Shops 902-454-4296 • [email protected] • www.nautilusaquatichobbies.com 6164 Quinpool Rd. GPS 44.64590, -63.59482. Scuba & snorkel equipment, sales and rentals; equipment repair; airfills; wet suits for all applications; swimwear and accessories. Also hobby supplies & model rockets. Year-round. Nova Scotia Sea School Ab • Category: Learn-to-Sail Vacations 902-423-7284 • fax 902-423-7241 • [email protected] • www.seaschool.org Learn to sail a traditional wooden boat, including chart and compass navigation, anchoring, how to read the weather. Year-round. Picture Perfect Tours AE; Category: Photography & Landscape Painting P 902-292-6688 • [email protected] • www.pictureperfecttours.ca Customized half-day and full-day tours and packages for up to 6 people: a travel photography workshop combined with a visual history tour of Halifax. Portrait tours also available. Year-round. Point Pleasant Park P;Y Category: Parks P www.pointpleasantpark.ca 5718 Point Pleasant Dr. Easy winding trails and wide paths, many wheelchair-accessible, crisscrossing 186-acre wooded park. Ruins of early fortifications and a Martello tower; canoe/kayak launch at beach; washroom facilities. Dog off-leash areas. Cycling weekdays only. Year-round. Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron b Category: Marinas & Yacht Clubs 902-477-5653; 902-477-2595 • fax 902-477-6298 • [email protected] • www.rnsys.com 376 Purcell’s Cove Rd. Marina facilities on Northwest Arm;; mooring available, launching facilities; hull, engine, sail repair nearby; gasoline, diesel, pumpout facilities, laundry, showers, ice, restaurant & bar, catering facilities; open to transient yachters. Sailing lessons. Monitor VHF 68. Year-round. Sail Nova Scotia b Category: Sailing Instruction 902-425-5450 ext 312 • [email protected] • www.sailnovascotia.ca 5516 Spring Garden Rd. Information on sailing instruction programs & services offered by member clubs throughout NS. Year-round. St. Mary’s Boat Club { • Category: Equipment Rentals 902-490-4538 • www.halifax.ca/smbc 1641 Fairfield Rd. GPS 44.63794, -63.60360. Canoe rentals, on the Northwest Arm. Jun 5–Sep 26, 11am–7pm (Sat–Sun only). The Trail Shop W{}LSy| Category: Equipment Rentals 902-423-8736 • www.trailshop.com • • • • 6210 Quinpool Rd. GPS 44.64558, -63.59603. Equipment rentals for hiking, camping, kayaking, canoeing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing. Year-round. Waterfront Development Public Marina AEW}fbwKt Category: Marinas & Yacht Clubs 902-229-2628 • fax 902-422-7582 • [email protected] • my-waterfront.ca/marina • • • 2–1751 Lower Water St. GPS 44.64850, -63.56983. Marina services; docking for vessels up to 90 m (300 ft) in length. Free daytime berthing; overnight rates available. VHF Channel 68. Apr 1–Oct 31. Eastern Passage McNabs and Lawlor Islands Provincial Park Av}YL Category: Parks novascotiaparks.ca/parks/mcnabs.asp • • • McNabs Island is accessible by boat from Eastern Passage, Dartmouth, Halifax, and Purcell’s Cove. 22 km of hiking trails; forested and coastal settings; historic sites. Limited day-use facilities; no drinking water available. Lawlor Island is not open to the public. May 15–Oct 12. Trails Inquire at local visitor information centres for directions to trails in the area. Trail maps and information can also be found at trails.gov.ns.ca and novatrails.com. Mount Uniacke Uniacke Estate Museum Park Dogs Permitted: Leashed (L), Off-leash (O), No (N) Surface: Gravel (G), Hard (H), Natural (N) Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible •, Partially accessible (P) Trail Uses: YKLSy Approx.length (km) Type Cell service Dogs permitted Surface Accessibility The following are just a few of the trails to be found in this region; see also the Parks listings in the Outdoors section. Although used primarily as walking and hiking trails, they may also be used for other activities, which are identifed by the symbols shown. Most trails are available for use year-round, but in winter may not provide maintenance or parking; use discretion. IN THE GRID: Type: Day-use (D), Linear/railbed (L), Urban (U), Wilderness (W) Cell Service: Full (F), Partial (P), None (N) 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com Category: Parks 1641 Shore Rd. GPS 44.60738, -63.49027. Boardwalk provides beautiful views of McNab’s, Lawlor’s and Devil’s islands, Eastern Passage, and Halifax Harbour. A few picnic shelters. May 15–Oct 12. Trails Halifax Metro Area McCormacks Beach Provincial Park AvWY novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#maccormack-hfx 12 D F L G P 13 L F L G 902-866-0032 • www.trails.gov.ns.ca/SharedUse/hants.html 758 Hwy 1. GPS 44.90167, -63.84043. 8 walking trails through forest, along lakeshores, atop a drumlin, and near marshland. Some feature 18thcentury English landscape traditions such as the remains of a haha wall, a hothouse, and imported trees. Year-round, no winter maintenance. Timberlea BLT Trail (part of Rum Runners Trail) A Trail Uses: YK>LSsy [email protected] • www.blttrails.ca Beechville–Lakeside–Timberlea. GPS 44.63952, -63.68875. Trail passes by a number of lakes and rivers; benches along trail. Accessible from Hwy 3 at several points. Year-round, no winter maintenance. The Bluff Wilderness Hiking Trail Trail Uses: YLSy www.blufftrail.ca GPS 44.66655, -63.76258. Challenging four-loop wilderness trail; for experienced hikers only. Approx 3–4 hours per loop. Bring water, map and compass. Canoe and portage possibilities. No facilities. Year-round. 32 W P N • Approx.length (km) Type Cell service Dogs permitted Surface Accessibility Lower Sackville Bedford-Sackville Connector Greenway Trail Uses: YKLSy 5 U F 5 L F 1 L F L G 902-865-9238 • [email protected] • www.trails.gov.ns.ca/SharedUse/hx129.html 65 • GPS 44.75280, -63.66492. From Fultz House Museum on Old Sackville Rd (crossing river twice) to Range Park in Bedford; continues as Fort Sackville Walkway. View of salmon-habitat restoration rock-sills from bridges. Year-round. Bedford Fort Sackville Walkway Trail Uses: KL 902-865-9238 • [email protected] • www.halifax.ca/rec/documents/HRMHikeRackCards-SackvilleBedford.pdf G P Range Park. GPS 44.74167, -63.65667. From Range Park along Sackville River and through Fish Hatchery Park on Bedford Basin, ending at Scott Manor House. Year-round. Old Coach Road Trail AE Trail Uses: YKLy L G 2.5 D L H P 18.5 D L G P [email protected] • www.halifaxnorthwesttrails.ca 76 Southgate Dr. GPS 44.71003, -63.67430. Historical wooded trail, connecting to a network of roads and walkways in The Ravines of Bedford South; interpretation panel with map. Year-round, no winter maintenance. Dartmouth Dartmouth Multi-use Trail—Trans Canada Trail Trail Uses: {YKL www.trails.gov.ns.ca/SharedUse/hx016.html GPS 44.67137, -63.56323. Walking and biking trail parallels the Shubenacadie Canal and lakes Banook and Micmac; marked at 1-km intervals. Please do not feed the waterfowl. Year-round, limited winter maintenance. Shubie Canal Greenway Corridor Trail Uses: YKLSy www.halifax.ca/rec/documents/ShubieCanalGreenway.pdf 54 Locks Rd. GPS 44.70228, -63.55371. Loop trails (up to 2.5 km) through woods along the sides of the Shubenacadie Canal. Trails connect to 12-km multi-use trail from Sullivan’s Pond along Lake Banook and Lake Micmac to the far end of Lake Charles. Year-round, limited winter maintenance. Cole Harbour Cole Harbour Heritage Park Trails Trail Uses: YKLSy 4.5 D N [email protected] • www.chpta.org/p/trails.html • 256 Bissett Rd. GPS 44.66414, -63.46860. 7 linked trails highlighting heritage and natural flora and fauna; woodlands, field and salt marsh shoreline; eagle nests in area. Year-round, no winter maintenance. Salt Marsh and Shearwater Flyer Trails—Trans Canada Trail Trail Uses: YKLSy • 13.5 L [email protected] • www.chpta.org/p/trails.html Bissett Rd. GPS 44.65742, -63.44846. Linear park: 13.5 km; crusher dust surface. Multi-use linked trails on former railbed: 7 km inland and 6.5 km on a causeway through the Cole Harbour salt marsh; wonderful views, interpretive signage, abundant wildlife. Year-round, no winter maintenance. Halifax to Rum Runners Trail Lunenburg www.rumrunnerstrail.ca This wooded multi-use trail, rich in heritage, connects the historic city of Halifax and Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, passing through Hubbards, Chester, and Mahone Bay. Experience the coastal communities—savour local flavours at award-winning restaurants, explore attractions and seaside artisan shops. Multiple trailheads. Year-round. Belchers Marsh Park Trails AE Trail Uses: YLy 2.5 U F L G 2.5 U F L G L F L H 4 U F L G 2.5 W F L N 4.5 L L G [email protected] • www.halifaxnorthwesttrails.ca Trail Uses: YLy [email protected] • www.halifaxnorthwesttrails.ca 42 Starboard Dr. GPS 44.69337, -63.67560. Family-friendly woodland trail with some steep slopes; interpretive panel; small lake; playground near parking lot. Year-round, no winter maintenance. Chain of Lakes Trail (part of Rum Runners Trail) Trail Uses: YK>LSsy 7 www.rumrunnerstrail.ca • Halifax to Beechville. GPS 44.65841, -63.62916. Trailhead on Joseph Howe Dr. Trail through urban areas, business parks and woods, sometimes passing by lakes. Year-round. Hemlock Ravine Park AE Trail Uses: YLy [email protected] • www.halifaxnorthwesttrails.ca 40 Kent Ave. GPS 44.68855, -63.66347. 200-acre park featuring old-growth hemlock stands, a series of looped trails, and a small pond. Interpretive panel and map; limited signage in park. Small off-leash area for pets. Year-round, no winter maintenance. Kearney Lake Trail AE Trail Uses: YLy Halifax Metro Area Cabin Lake Trail AE Trails 429 Parkland Dr. GPS 44.66975, -63.67565. Trail winds past marsh and pond in residential area. Interpretive panels on natural and cultural history; lookoff. Year-round, no winter maintenance. [email protected] • www.halifaxnorthwesttrails.ca 91 Saskatoon Dr. GPS 44.69182, -63.69360. Rugged woodland path along the south shore of Kearney Lake. Parking at Maskwa Aquatic Club. Year-round, no winter maintenance. Mainland North Linear Trail AE Trail Uses: YKL [email protected] • www.halifaxnorthwesttrails.ca 429 Parkland Dr. GPS 44.68018, -63.67817. Trail from Parkland Dr to just beyond Washmill Lake Dr, following power line corridor. Side trails and green spaces. Year-round, plowed in winter. F • 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com Halifax 66 Dine out Halifax Le Bistro By Liz embraces a bit of old world French charm right in the heart of Halifax... Offering quick lunches, great brunches and evenings that never end. Free live entertainment Wednesday through Saturday nights. Experience the best in customer service. We look forward to serving you soon! 1333 South Park St., Halifax 902-423-8428 www.lebistrohalifax.com The Old Triangle Irish Alehouse The Battered Fish Stubborn Goat Gastropub Athens Family Restaurant The Celtic Heart of Downtown Halifax, the Old T features live music 7 nights a week, an extensive casual menu including gluten-free and vegetarian options, and a fine selection of beer, wine and spirits. Not to mention the best staff in the city, and free customer Wi-Fi for keeping in touch! 5136 Prince St., Halifax www.oldtriangle.com The Battered Fish – Fish & Chip Company is a fast, casual restaurant with 7 locations in the Halifax area serving fresh seafood, burgers, poutine, tacos and salads cooked to order to every customers specifications. Try us today and… get hooked! 902-491-FISH (3474) www.thebatteredfish.ca 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com Halifax Metro Area Marketplace Le Bistro By Liz When asked why you were so late... Blame it on the rain. Don’t mention Maxwell’s Famous Frying Pan Nachos, the World’s Best Fish-N-Chips or the 60 Great Beers on Tap. 1600 Grafton St. Downtown Halifax 902-423-5090 Reservations & Groups Welcome www.themaxwellsplum.com Offering 20 craft beers on tap brewed right here in Nova Scotia and a locally sourced menu of upscale comfort food, the Stubborn Goat Gastropub is Halifax’s favourite destination to eat, drink and be social in the heart of downtown. Don’t miss live acoustic music three nights a week—grab a pint and get comfortable. 1579 Grafton St., Halifax 902-405-4554 www.stubborngoat.ca Family owned and operated. Something for everyone: Greek & lamb specialties, souvlakia, chicken, seafood, pasta, pizza, burgers & sandwiches, children’s menu. Daily dinner & breakfast specials. Weekend brunch buffet. Open seven days a week. Free parking. 6273 Quinpool Rd., Halifax 902-422-1595 www.athensrestaurant.com Cellar Bar & Grill For 23 years the “Cellar” has been a local neighbourhood restaurant. It’s inviting, warm, comfortable and offers great food and service. The menu specialty is pasta, but the eclectic appetizers are great with a glass of wine. Our seafood cannot be ignored! Come and be a part of our “neighbourhood!” 5677 Brenton Place, Halifax 902-835-1592 www.cellarbarandgrill.ca 67 Your Father’s Moustache is Halifax’s favourite, award-winning pub and eatery. We serve only the freshest fish, great cuts of meat, and delicious takes on all your traditional pub favourites. Enjoy your drink or meal atop our famous rooftop patio or get cozy in one of our comfy booths during the cooler months. Readers of The Coast have awarded us Best patio and best clubhouse sandwich in Halifax for several years! July 8-12, 2015 Tickets on sale halifaxjazzfestival.ca 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com Halifax Metro Area Artist Charles Bradley at the 2012 TD Halifax Jazz Festival Marketplace 5686 Spring Garden Road, Halifax | 902 423 6766 | yourfathersmoustache.ca 68 When planning your next trip, remember we’ve planned for your every need. Complimentary 24 hour shuttle service—5 minutes to Halifax Airport Full service restaurant, room service and lounge 2400 square feet of meeting space 145 deluxe guestrooms Complimentary overnight parking & high speed internet • Complimentary 24 hour airport shuttle • service—5 minutes to Halifax Airport • Complimentary hot breakfast bar Indoor mineral pool & exercise room • Complimentary overnight parking & high speed internet • 119 oversized guestrooms, 23 deluxe suites Halifax Airport • 990 square feet of meeting space • with natural lighting 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com Halifax Metro Area Marketplace • Indoor mineral pool & • exercise room www.hiexpress.com/halifaxairport www.halifaxairport.hgi.com Lord Nelson Doers 2015PRINT.pdf 1 2014-11-19 9:34 AM 69 1747 SUMMER ST, HALIFAX, NS TEL: 902-424-7353 C M EXHIBITS INCLUDE Y Sable Island Woodland Animals Marine Life & more CM MY CY Open Weekends Parking On-site Free Wi-Fi Wheelchair Accessible Gift Shop CMY K Our Amazing World exhibit featuring Canada’s first Science on a Sphere! 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com Halifax Metro Area Marketplace Follow the key to Nova Scotia’s Museums 70 Travelodge Suites Nova Scotia Nice Rooms. Great People. It’s our promise and we take it seriously. It’s comforting to have a place that feels like home when you’re on the road, and Travelodge has the Maritime locations you need with the amenities and rates you want to make your next trip hassle free. • Free breakfast • Free WIFI • Free parking • Laundry Services Travelodge Suites Dartmouth 101 Yorkshire Ave. Ext. Dartmouth, NS Direct: 902.465.4000 Travelodge Suites New Glasgow 700 Westville Road New Glasgow, NS Direct: 902.928.1333 Nice Rooms. d an el Br Hot w Ne Homewood Suites by Hilton® Halifax-Downtown www.Halifax.HomewoodSuites.com d an el Br Hot w Ne 1.800.578.7878 travelodge.ca Hampton Inn by Hilton™ Halifax-Downtown www.HalifaxDowntown.HamptonbyHilton.com Halifax Metro Area Marketplace Reservations: Great People. 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com 1960 Brunswick St., Halifax 1960 Brunswick St., Halifax Your home away from home in Downtown Halifax Stay with us and enjoy: Stay and enjoy our “Hamptonality” and 100% Hampton ® Guarantee which includes: • • • • • • • Free Hot Breakfast • Ideally located in Downtown Halifax, walking distance to all major attractions • Free Wi-Fi Access • Fitness Centre & Indoor Pool • Self-serve onsite laundry facilities Fully equipped kitchens in each suite Free Hot Full Breakfast Free Evening Dinner and Drinks (Monday – Thursday) Free Wi-Fi Access Fitness Centre & Indoor Pool Free grocery shopping 10% Off Best Available Rate!* Plus earn Hilton HHonors Points with every stay! Call 1(855)331-0337 & ask for the “Doers and Dreamers” Promotion! * Subject to availability. Applicable to new reservations only. To book, call and ask for the “Doers and Dreamers” promotion or type 0003021612 into the corporate ID field on the website. ®2014 Hilton Worldwide 10% Off Best Available Rate!* Plus earn Hilton HHonors Points with every stay! Call 1(855)331-0334 & ask for the “Doers and Dreamers” Promotion! * Subject to availability. Applicable to new reservations only. To book, call and ask for the “Doers and Dreamers” promotion or type 0003021612 into the corporate ID field on the website. Experience Maritime comfort and hospitality whether flying out from the Quality Inn Halifax Airport hotel or on your shopping spree at the Quality Inn & Suites Halifax! Garden South Park Inn DoWNtoWN HAlIFAx A Newly Renovated Victorian Heritage Home with a Modernized Flair Air-Conditioned Rooms Halifax Metro Area FREE HOT AND COLD BREAKFAST AT QUALITY INN HALIFAX AND QUALITY INN AIRPORT! Marketplace 71 Wireless Internet in All Rooms Quality Inn & Suites Halifax 980 Parkland Drive Halifax, NS B3M 4Y7 Tel: 902-444-6700 [email protected] www.qualityinnhalifax.com Quality Inn Halifax Airport Hotel 60 Sky Boulevard Goffs, NS B2T 1K3 Tel: 902-873-3000 [email protected] www.airporthotelhalifax.com Complimentary Continental Breakfast Parking Available 1263 South Park Street, Halifax, NS Tel: (902) 492-8577 Fax: (902) 492-1462 1-877-414-8577 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.gardensouthparkinn.com 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com • FREE hot and cold breakfast • FREE parking for two weeks (Airport location) • FREE high-speed Internet access • Embrace Spa (Halifax location) • Wooden Door Bistro (Airport location) • Indoor heated pool • 80-foot waterslide (Halifax location) 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com Halifax Metro Area Marketplace 72 COME SEE HISTORY IN THE MAKING The ancient craft of crystal making at work on the Halifax Waterfront. North America’s only mouth-blown, hand-cut crystal maker. 5080 George Street, Halifax, NS. T. 1.888.977.2797 www.NovaScotianCrystal.com 73 THE BEST FEATURES EXPERIENCE DOWNTOWN DIFFERENT Stay at the crossroads of the excitement of downtown and the culture of uptown. The perfect location for your Halifax getaway. Call (902) 423-1161 Toll Free (888) 810-7288 Email [email protected] You'll find a warm welcome at our Halifax hotel. Rest easy in our guest rooms with Four Points by Sheraton Four Comfort Bed, free WiFi and free water. Make yourself at home with access to our indoor pool or work off stress in our 24-hour fitness centre. We're walking distance to Citadel Hill, World Trade & Convention Centre, Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History and more. Four Points by Sheraton Halifax BOOK NOW AT FOURPOINTS.COM/HALIFAX OR CALL 1-866-444-9494 Independently owned and operated by I.M.P. Group Limited do and dr Greater H eam Nova Scotia... alifax 2015 Visito Halifax Metro Area r Guide ©2014 Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Preferred Guest, SPG, Four Points and their logos are the trademarks of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., or its affiliates. For full terms and conditions, visit fourpoints.com/halifax. Marketplace AT L A N T I C A H O T E L H A L I FA X . C O M MA INSIDPS pag E: 40– es 47 sti na tio nh al ifa x. co m Stop into a Visitor Information Centre to pick up your guides to Halifax. 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com ww w. de 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com Halifax Metro Area Marketplace 74 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com Halifax Metro Area Marketplace 75 NOVA SCOTIA INTERNATIONAL 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com Halifax Metro Area Marketplace 76 Stay Smart... Stay on Campus. MOUNT SAINT VINCENT UNIVERSITY Visiting Halifax this summer? REST ASSURED YOU’LL REST AFFORDABLY. Accommodations from $49.95/night* Halifax Metro Area EXCELLENT SERVICE. PERSONALIZED RESULTS. CREATIVE SOLUTIONS. Marketplace 77 www.msvu.ca/stay [email protected] 1.866.405.1805 Information/Reservations: 1.888.347.5555 [email protected] 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com *Includes wifi, parking, hot breakfast, and taxes. 78 1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com Halifax Metro Area Marketplace Country’s Coming East Country Music Week is coming to Halifax in September 2015. We’re looking forward to hosting artists, industry executives and fans from across the country. Four days, over 20 events, one amazing city. It’s been 30 years since we last hosted the celebration. It’s going to be big. And you’re invited.