Essentials
it is across the street. it has all the groceries you'll need and there is a small liquor store in it.
226 locals recommend
Atlantic Superstore
6141 Young Stit is across the street. it has all the groceries you'll need and there is a small liquor store in it.
Food Scene
Great local pub and eatery. They have local craft beer on tap and he food is amazing. Hipsterish crowd. Lots of Flannel and Blundstones.
68 locals recommend
Battery Park
62 Ochterloney StGreat local pub and eatery. They have local craft beer on tap and he food is amazing. Hipsterish crowd. Lots of Flannel and Blundstones.
Ordered takeout from there recently. I went to pick it up and thought it would be a cool place to hang out. A little less hipster than Battery Park. good atmospher.
District 5 Bar & Grill
65 King StOrdered takeout from there recently. I went to pick it up and thought it would be a cool place to hang out. A little less hipster than Battery Park. good atmospher.
Delicious food and a chill atmosphere. Date night spot for those wanting to stay in Dartmouth. Doug and Rene will provide you with a great dining experience. Rene was on Master Chef Canada.
74 locals recommend
The Canteen on Portland
22 Portland StDelicious food and a chill atmosphere. Date night spot for those wanting to stay in Dartmouth. Doug and Rene will provide you with a great dining experience. Rene was on Master Chef Canada.
very popular family friendly pub and eatery. it is popular for a reason. The food is consistently delicious. my friends and I go here 3 times a week during the warmer months. not just because we can get there by boat. If you plan to go on the weekend then make a reservation. it is the busiest spot in Dartmouth.
33 locals recommend
Mic Mac Bar and Grill
219 Waverley Rdvery popular family friendly pub and eatery. it is popular for a reason. The food is consistently delicious. my friends and I go here 3 times a week during the warmer months. not just because we can get there by boat. If you plan to go on the weekend then make a reservation. it is the busiest spot in Dartmouth.
Side Hustle Snack Bar
21 Portland StreetGreat stylish spot for food and drinks.
Sightseeing
The Alderney ferry terminal is a great place to catch an inexpensive boat ride to Halifax. On Saturdays enjoy the Dartmouth farmers market before taking the ferry over to the Halifax Seaport Farmers market.
48 locals recommend
Alderney Landing
2 Ochterloney StThe Alderney ferry terminal is a great place to catch an inexpensive boat ride to Halifax. On Saturdays enjoy the Dartmouth farmers market before taking the ferry over to the Halifax Seaport Farmers market.
Enjoy the great views and walk along the Halifax Waterfront. Plenty of places to shop and eat. A must during patio-season.
173 locals recommend
Halifax Waterfront
Lower Water StreetEnjoy the great views and walk along the Halifax Waterfront. Plenty of places to shop and eat. A must during patio-season.
If you have the time then Peggy's Cove is a must see if you haven't and a see again if you have. Please be careful, adhere to the warning signs, and stay away from the edge of the rocks. Incredible views are all around this sea-side community.
349 locals recommend
Peggys Cove
If you have the time then Peggy's Cove is a must see if you haven't and a see again if you have. Please be careful, adhere to the warning signs, and stay away from the edge of the rocks. Incredible views are all around this sea-side community.
A very scenic and beautiful area is a must visit for anyone who loves small fishing villages. There are plenty of shops and food stands in this quaint area. Enjoy a walk on the boardwalk or relax on the beach. A great place to launch a kayak and paddle around McNabs Island or over to the Halifax Waterfront.
53 locals recommend
Fisherman's Cove
4 Government Wharf RdA very scenic and beautiful area is a must visit for anyone who loves small fishing villages. There are plenty of shops and food stands in this quaint area. Enjoy a walk on the boardwalk or relax on the beach. A great place to launch a kayak and paddle around McNabs Island or over to the Halifax Waterfront.
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Shopping
Ikea, Cabela's, Costco, Wal-Mart. Something to meet all your shopping needs.
63 locals recommend
Dartmouth Crossing
Ikea, Cabela's, Costco, Wal-Mart. Something to meet all your shopping needs.
Mic Mac Mall
21 Micmac BlvdHalifax Shopping Centre
Parks & Nature
Enjoy a walk on the beach, watch the surfers, or walk/bike the trails. Breathtaking views.
18 locals recommend
Lawrencetown
Enjoy a walk on the beach, watch the surfers, or walk/bike the trails. Breathtaking views.
Beautiful trails take you all the way to Lawrencetown beach is you are adventurous. The bike ride to the beach is awesome and can be done in a couple hours.
Salt Marsh Trail
Salt Marsh TrailBeautiful trails take you all the way to Lawrencetown beach is you are adventurous. The bike ride to the beach is awesome and can be done in a couple hours.
Rainbow Haven Beach
Nice place to relax on a warm sunny day.
This gem is great if you have a day to hike or a night to camp. I like to paddle over and camp out on the island. However you can book a lift over from Fisherman's Cove in Eastern Passage or even take a water taxi over from Kings Wharf in downtown Dartmouth. If camping out make sure you reserve a spot. It's free! My favorite local place to day hike and camp.
23 locals recommend
McNabs Island
This gem is great if you have a day to hike or a night to camp. I like to paddle over and camp out on the island. However you can book a lift over from Fisherman's Cove in Eastern Passage or even take a water taxi over from Kings Wharf in downtown Dartmouth. If camping out make sure you reserve a spot. It's free! My favorite local place to day hike and camp.
It is a nice little area that is right outside the door. At the end of the driveway take a left (walking/biking only). When you come a path leading to a parking lot you are there. Explore! Kawanis Kones is there if you like ice cream.
Grahams Grove
Grahams GroveIt is a nice little area that is right outside the door. At the end of the driveway take a left (walking/biking only). When you come a path leading to a parking lot you are there. Explore! Kawanis Kones is there if you like ice cream.
Shubie Park is a must for nature lovers. Walk or bike one of its many trails.
66 locals recommend
Shubie Park
54 Locks RdShubie Park is a must for nature lovers. Walk or bike one of its many trails.
Drinks & Nightlife
A nice Irish bar located across the bridge in Halifax. Great place to have a pint and take in a local band.
51 locals recommend
Durty Nelly's Irish Pub
1645 Argyle StA nice Irish bar located across the bridge in Halifax. Great place to have a pint and take in a local band.
Visit the Lower Deck on the Halifax Waterfront for a pint and listen to some live music; a popular tourist attraction.
75 locals recommend
The Lower Deck
1887 Upper Water StVisit the Lower Deck on the Halifax Waterfront for a pint and listen to some live music; a popular tourist attraction.
A great Irish pub. Have a pint and listen to a talented local artist.
49 locals recommend
The Old Triangle Irish Alehouse
5136 Prince StA great Irish pub. Have a pint and listen to a talented local artist.
One of the best places in town for cocktails. One of the best selections of spirits in HRM. Was rated the best bar in Canada(not sure by who but by someone, I am sure).
7 locals recommend
Dear Friend Bar
67 Portland StreetOne of the best places in town for cocktails. One of the best selections of spirits in HRM. Was rated the best bar in Canada(not sure by who but by someone, I am sure).
Day trips
If you want to get out of the Halifax/Dartmouth area then here are a few places to visit.
If you want to get out of the city for a day then take the 40 minute drive to Wolfville in the Annapolis Valley. Whether it's for the breath-taking views, great cuisine, vineyards, biking/walking/walking trails, or farmers markets, there are more than a view amazing activities to do in the Valley.
82 locals recommend
Wolfville
If you want to get out of the city for a day then take the 40 minute drive to Wolfville in the Annapolis Valley. Whether it's for the breath-taking views, great cuisine, vineyards, biking/walking/walking trails, or farmers markets, there are more than a view amazing activities to do in the Valley.
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