Halifax, Canada

Cruise Port

Halifax

Canadian provincial capital.

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Overview

Halifax is a cruise port in Canada. It lies on the coast at approximately 44.648, -63.591.

About Halifax

Halifax, officially the Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM), is the capital and most populous municipality of the Canadian province of Nova Scotia, and the most populous municipality in Atlantic Canada. It consists of four former municipalities that were amalgamated in 1996: Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford, and Halifax County.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Halifax — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Halifax

Halifax Harbour Sunset Skyline, Nova Scotia
Halifax Harbour Sunset Skyline, Nova Scotia
Halifax Public Gardens entrance
Halifax Public Gardens entrance
Lighthouse DSC01066 - Peggy's Cove Lighthouse
Lighthouse DSC01066 - Peggy's Cove Lighthouse
Welsford-Parker Monument at the entrance to the Old Burying Ground in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Welsford-Parker Monument at the entrance to the Old Burying Ground in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Where to stay

Staying near Halifax the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Halifax, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →