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Explore Halifax

Halifax is officially known as the Halifax Regional Minicipality (HRM) and is the capital of the Canadian province of Nova Scotia.It,s a major business centre also known for it,s maritime history.

Watch the tourism video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UJNu6njw-Ws

Language Spoken
Language Spoken
The languages used here are English and French.
Currency & Time Zone
Currency & Time Zone
Canadian Dollar (CAD)
UTC-05:00
Cuisine
Cuisine
Meals
Inexpensive Restaurant meal 15 CAD, Mid-range Restaurant meal 72,50 CAD, Combo Meal 12 CAD
Drinks
Mojito 12 cad, Espresso Martini 12 cad, Los Siete Misterios Barril 16 cad, Jameson Black Barrel 10 cad, Toki Japanese Whiskey 10 cad, Glenfiddich 12Yr 10 cad, Johnny Walker Blue 35 cad, Guinness 9 cad, Budweiser 6 cad
Transportation
Transportation
Taxis
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) 3,50 CAD, Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) 1,71 CAD, Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff) 27 CAD
General Transport
Buses/Ferry Service/Bus-rapid transit system: From ages 0 - 12, no charge.Ages 13 - 17 and older than 65: Cash Fare 2 CAD/ for 10 tickets 18 CAD, for a Monthly Pass 60 CAD.From 18 - 64: Cash Fare 2,75 CAD, for 10 tickets 24,75 CAD, for a Monthly Pass 82,50 CAD.Transfers are free or Not Applicable.

Things to do in Halifax

The Historic Properties are buildings that have been affectionatley restored to 18th-century design they come from, which can be found as part of the Harbourwalk.Inside them are many delightful dining areas which are extremel popular with the locals.Tours are also available at Alexander Keith,s brewery, where the history and process of the beer is expanded on.

Medical Precautions

Medical Precautions

Recommended Vaccines

(Canada) The following Vaccines are recommended when traveling to Canada:

  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B and Rabies.The following vaccines are taken routinely when coming to Canada: Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR)
  • TDAP (Tetanus
  • Diphtheria & Pertussis)
  • Chickenpox
  • Shingles
  • Pneumonia
  • Influenza
  • Meningitis and Polio.
Top 10 Packing Essentials

Top 10 Packing Essentials

  • (Nova Scotia) a Suitcase
  • toiletries
  • Sunglasses
  • Umbrella
  • various pants and shirts
  • camera
  • Flip-flops and a Swimsuit
  • First Aid Kit
  • Universal Travel Adapter and Long Underwear ( for the colder seasons and the outdoors).
Passports & Visa Information

Passports & Visa Information

(Canada) Holders of passports issued by the following countries and territories are able to visit Canada without obtaining a visa for a period of up to 6 months.All European Union citizens; Andorra; Australia; Bahamas; Barbados; Brunei; Chile; Hong Kong; Iceland; Israel; Japan; Liechtenstein; Mexico; Monaco; New Zealand; Norway; Papua New Guinea; Samoa; San Marino; Singapore; Solomon Islands; South Korea; Switzerland; Taiwan; United Arab Emirates; United Kingdom; United States; Vatican City