One of Canada’s most vibrant and historic cities, Halifax is the capital of Nova Scotia, and the gateway to Atlantic Canada.

Atlantic Canada’s largest cultural, commercial, arts, and business center, Halifax is centrally located and within just a few hours of other Atlantic centers in Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick.

Historic Ocean Setting

Founded in 1749, and amalgamated on April 1, 1996, the Halifax Regional Municipality is one of Canada’s idyllic cities. Our 360,000 residents enjoy mild winters, and comfortable, relaxed summers. Our strategic location on the Atlantic Ocean means you are never far from picturesque beaches, exhilarating water sports, beautiful sunrises and sunsets, and panoramic walking and hiking along the rugged and robust shoreline.

Accessible by All Methods

Halifax is a highly accessible city, with the Halifax Stanfield International Airport serving destinations across Canada, the United States and Western Europe. Halifax is approximately a two hour drive from the New Brunswick border, and only three hours from Yarmouth, terminus of the ultra modern Cat Ferry Other transportation choices to Halifax include Via Rail’s six-time weekly Ocean train from Montreal, and Acadian Lines coach connections throughout Atlantic Canada and points beyond.

Lots to Do!

With so much history, culture, arts and natural beauty, along with great shops and unique cafes in Halifax, you won’t run out of exciting things to do. Why not dine at O’Carroll’s restaurant and Irish pub in Halifax? Please ask any of our friendly guest services agents for ideas of things to do in and around Halifax. We will be happy to make suggestions for what to do and where to eat. Enjoy old-fashioned east coast hospitality on your trip to the Holiday Inn Express Halifax/Bedford