Melville Cove Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
Browse personal items that survived the Titanic, enjoy dinner with a sea view and shop in the lively market along this scenic walkway.
St. Mary's University
Enjoy the student vibe at St. Mary's University as part of your travels around Halifax. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
Climb aboard a century-old ship and discover Atlantic Canada’s seafaring tales and maritime heritage at this harborfront museum.
Mount Saint Vincent University
Enjoy the student vibe at Mount Saint Vincent University during your stay in Halifax. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Halifax City Hall
This eclectically designed monument is home to the municipal government and is the symbolic center of Halifax Regional Municipality.
Mont Blanc Anchor Site
You can find out about the history of Halifax with a trip to Mont Blanc Anchor Site. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Melville Cove
HFX Airport Hotel
Everything went pretty smooth.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Cambridge Suites Hotel
Great location! Close to Scotiacentre, Spring Garden road and lots of restaurants.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
loved the cleanliness and access to food and waterfront. It was beautiful!
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites
Clean, fabulous, mini apartment - I got a black friday rate. Courteous staff. Quiet. Comfy bed - slept better than I do at home. All round great experience.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
The Barrington Hotel
Parking was a big issue and very far away. Hotel did not validate it and almost $30 for 1 night
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
Very clean hotel, centrally located, friendly and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Melville Cove
Cowie Hill
While Cowie Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Chocolate Lake Beach and Mont Blanc Anchor Site.
Armview
Armview might not have many top sights, but Chocolate Lake Beach and Halifax Shopping Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Westmount
While there might not be top attractions in Westmount, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Halifax Shopping Centre and Chocolate Lake Beach.
Fairmount
Fairmount might not have many top sights, but Chocolate Lake Beach and Halifax Shopping Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
North End
You'll enjoy the bars and live music in North End. You might want to make time for a stop at Emera Oval or Cornwallis Street Baptist Church.
South End
South End is beloved for its captivating waterfront views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Nova Scotia Archives and Rebecca Cohn Auditorium.
Melville Cove Travel Guide
- Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
- Bayers Lake Business Park
- Dalhousie University
- Halifax Citadel
- Chocolate Lake Beach
- Peggy's Point Lighthouse
- Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
- Pier 21 National Historic Site
- Mount Saint Vincent University
- Fisherman's Cove
- Spring Garden Road Memorial Public Library
- Halifax Public Gardens
