Family Things To Do in Halifax, Nova Scotia

I've listed this as a skatepark, but there is also a huge playground and a number of fields around the commons. It's really an amazing public space right in the heart of the city. ... More on KaBoom.org

There are actually 3 playgrounds at this site. Only one of them is safe to play on. The others are very worn and damaged ... More on KaBoom.org

Some great climbing located on an amazing beach. Just imagine hitting some hard boulder problems all day long when it's super hot out. Then you can just go hit up the ... More on RockClimbing

Sand and cobble beach on the Atlantic. Ramped boardwalks. Change house, showers, toilets, canteen. Supervised. More on GoingToTheBeach.com

Caution: Wildlife in this park includes the rare "naturist", a relatively uncommon species in Nova Scotia. These nude sunbathers tend to confine themselves to Mackerel Cove south of the main beach... More on Halifaxinfo.com

In operation since 1997, EarthSea Interpretations is a Nova Scotian partnership owned by Nancy Sherwood and David Cameron. It is dedicated to fostering sustainable relationships between people and between people and the planet. Along ... More on GoingToTheBeach.com

At Wyse Corner, on Rte 212, 23 km (14 mi) east of Halifax International Airport. A freshwater beach park; supervised. Changeroom, ... More on GoingToTheBeach.com

Natural Features: The park overlaps two distinct landscapes. To the north, campsites perch on one of the drumlins that vary the topography in the Atlantic Interior. This old field is reputed to be ... More on Halifaxinfo.com

The Public Gardens took seed in 1753, when it was founded as a private garden. It was acquired by the Nova... More on Frommers

Combine the visit with a trip to the nearby Natural History Museum for a great afternoon. More on TripAdvisor

Situated on the far side of the Citadel from downtown, this modern, midsize museum offers a good introduct... More on Frommers

The Natural History Museum is a great place to come with kids any time, but we especially like it when it... More on igougo

Permanent exhibit on Titanic - Over 200 ship models on display - Museum ship CSS Acadia circa 1913 berthed ... More on entertainment.com

Admitedly, it's been years since I've been to Halifax.. but I still remember the maritime museum, seeing su... More on GeckoGo

This 185 acre park allows dogs off-leash in sections of the park. After 10 am dogs are not allowed at all a... More on DogFriendly.com

100 acre natural wood forest on the ocean. Trails and riding paths inside. Old ruins from the 1700's preser... More on GeckoGo