Old world charm, new world pulse

Halifax, Nova Scotia's capital city, was founded in 1749, and is brimming with history. Halifax is home to historic government buildings, galleries, museums, theatres, restaurants, pubs, shopping and entertainment of all descriptions.

Take a Halifax tour of 18th and 19th century architecture, the massive star-shaped Halifax Citadel National Historic Site of Canada, or the bustling harbour featuring the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic and Pier 21 National Historic Site. Be sure to check out the "best of" lists below to help you plan your Nova Scotia vacation in the Halifax Metro Region.