Experience an exciting part of Canada's history by visiting this 19th-century fort with a sweeping view of downtown Halifax. Between May and October, the Citadel is brought to life by two historic regiments of the British Army - the pageantry of the 78th Highlanders and the precision of the Royal Artillery thrill visitors daily with live re-enactments. The skirl of the bagpipes mixes with the crack of a rifle and the assembly of recruits for the next foot drill. There's no shortage of authentic experiences to view and participate in! Kids will love the Xplorers Program - an activity book just for them. When the sun sets, it's time to experience the other side of the Citadel - join the Halifax Citadel Ghost Tour and experience the dark and errie lore from the early 1800's. Tours start mid-July and run select Friday and Saturday nights starting at 8:30pm until the end of October. Between Nov. to April, all exhibits and rooms are closed but noon gun fires daily.

Canada's first hydrographic ship was used in mapping the ocean from 1913 to 1969 and is now open to the public for viewing and tours.

Immerse yourself in the rich marine history depicted by this museum's vast collection from binnacles and buoys to anchors and armaments.

The final and noteworthy resting place for many of the victims of the Titanic.

Art museum focusing on provincial and Canadian artwork in various mediums.

HMCS SACKVILLE, is a National Historic Site on the historic Halifax waterfront & The Last Corvette. Step aboard the 205-foot Sackville and walk back in time! Restored to her wartime configuration, the ship includes exhibits, artifacts, and a memorial dedicated to those who served during the Battle of the Atlantic, and made the ultimate sacrifice. When onboard, guests can self-tour with the audio portals located throughout the ship, or take a guided tour in the summer months. Guests can see the: main gun deck forward, wheelhouse, open bridge, quarterdeck, tiller flats, Chiefs & Petty Officers mess, engine and boiler rooms, ratings messes, the Captain’s Cabin, and much more! Admission Fee by donation, suggested amount $5 children $10 adults.

The Discovery Centre is now open in its brand new state-of-the-art 40,000 sq. ft. facility located at 1215 Lower Water Street, a short walk from the beautiful Halifax Waterfront. Featuring four floors of interactive, learning experiences including an Innovation Lab and Featured Exhibit Gallery that invites traveling exhibits 3-4 times a year. The new Discovery Centre facilitates its not-for-profit mission to bring STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) to life through fun, interactive learning experiences to inspire the curious minds of all ages.