Historic Properties: Halifax's Waterfront Gem

Getting There

• Walking

  From the Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk, simply follow the path north towards the cluster of historic buildings with Victorian-Italianate facades. Historic Properties is located between the waterfront and Upper Water Street, a short walk from the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic and the ferry terminal.

• Public Transport

  Halifax Transit buses serve the downtown area with several routes stopping near Historic Properties. From a bus stop on Barrington Street, walk east towards the waterfront. Adult single-ride fares are $3. Alternatively, the ferry from Dartmouth arrives at the Halifax Ferry Terminal, a short walk south along the boardwalk.

• Taxi/Ride-Share

  Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber are readily available in Halifax. A short trip from downtown hotels or attractions to Historic Properties typically costs between $10 and $15. Ask your driver to drop you off at Upper Water Street for easy access to the site.

• Parking

  Several parking options are available near Historic Properties. On-street parking is available but can be limited, with rates varying between $1.25 and $3.75 per hour, depending on the time of day; on-street parking is free after 6 PM and on weekends. Off-street parking is available at the MetroPark (1557 Granville Street), with hourly rates starting at $2 and daily maximums of $20. The Indigo: Marriott Harbourfront Hotel garage (1919 Upper Water Street) offers parking at $4.50 per hour, with a daily maximum of $36.