The Public Gardens in Halifax, Nova Scotia
The Public Gardens in Halifax Nova Scotia Canada are worth a visit. It's often the case that you take on far too much during a vacation. Especially when the journey is long, you want to see as much as possible. “Who knows when and if I’ll come here again?” That’s one of the thoughts that often spontaneously comes to mind. However, such a trip to Canada often has nothing to do with rest and relaxation.
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When it comes to sightseeing in Halifax, consider these hotels:
- The Barrington Hotel* is conveniently located for a stroll to Historic Properties and the Waterfront.
- It's even closer from the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel*. From here you can walk to the Historic Properties and its restaurants in just a few minutes.
- This is at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic Muir, Autograph Collection Hotel*.
- From the Halliburton Hotel* you can reach almost all of the attractions in Halifax mentioned here in 10 minutes on foot. You only need 15 minutes to the citadel.
- From the Hampton Inn by Hilton* you can reach the citadel in a few minutes, but the harbor front is also only a seven-minute walk away.
- Or look for the perfect hotel for your needs in our Halifax Hotel Guide .
So why not consciously plan a break from the stress of vacation? Take an afternoon to do nothing but enjoy yourself? Lingering the day? Just let all fours go and give the soul nourishment that it can feed on long after returning home. There are many such places in Canada. You just have to know where they are. The Halifax Public Gardens are one of those places. Here you can escape the hustle and bustle of the big city and spend a break in an environment that conveys peace.
What's in the suitcase?
- Halifax is a city that is easy to explore on foot. Hence comfortable shoes important. If you're on foot for a long time, it's definitely worth it walking boots in the suitcase .
- Im Ivanovsky Travel Guide Canada East * you will also find numerous tips from us.
- We always take a backpack with, for example, where we store our utensils for the day.
- Halifax has a maritime climate. You should definitely expect rain here. A Rain jacket that is waterproof is therefore worth taking with you.
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The Public Gardens in Halifax, Nova Scotia Canada – an oasis of peace
Not far from the Halifax Citadel with its defenses and the clock tower is the city park, the Public Gardens. The park is surrounded by a wrought iron fence. The main entrance to the park, with its wrought iron gate, is on the corner of South Park St. and Spring Garden Rd. Ornately chiselled, the gate welcomes visitors to the park.
A picnic in the park
If you really want to enjoy your stay in the park, get bread, cheese, sausage or other regional specialties at the Halifax Farmers Market at Pier 20. You can then sit on one of the park benches in the Public Garden Picnic make. In the summer, the Horticultural Hall offers snacks and refreshments. Or he takes a book with him and looks for a place in the shade under the deciduous trees. There he can spend a few hours escaping the hustle and bustle of everyday life with the chirping of birds and the summer winds blowing around. If you don't want to do anything, choose a seat with a view from which you can watch the park visitors strolling past the flower beds on the park paths.
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The Public Gardens - a Victorian garden in North America
Since 1836 there are the Public Gardens. At that time, the Nova Scotia Horticultural Society created it on community land. 1867 set up the city a number of other gardens, which were eventually united 1874 to the Public Gardens, as they look today. In the period from the end of the 19. and the beginning of 20. At the end of the 19th century, the park received many sculptures, fountains, wrought iron gates and the bandstand, which still hosts free concerts every Sunday. Since 1984, the Halifax Public Garden is on the list of Canadian National Historic Sites.
A visit to the Public Gardens is well worth it
There's a lot to explore in Halifax's Public Gardens. Artful fountains, a pond in which a model of the Titanic floats, rhododendron groves that bloom profusely in spring, Dalia shrubs that reveal their full beauty in late summer, a stream that leads visitors from the main entrance into the park and of course many shady walking paths Places from which you can easily follow life in the park.
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Travel Arrangements:
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Getting to the Public Gardens Halifax:
Compare and book flights here*. Air Canada, Condor and Icelandair fly from Germany to airports in eastern Canada. The Halifax Airport you can reach all year round Toronto. You can then rent a rental car there.
Rental car to the Public Gardens Halifax:
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Camper Rentals:
You can rent a motorhome in Halifax here.
When traveling in a motorhome, it is definitely worth checking whether you have everything with you. Our packing list for campers helps.
Hotels:
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Source: On-site research with support from Tourism Nova Scotia and the Canadian Tourism Commission. Our opinions definitely remain our own.
Text: Copyright Monika Fuchs and TravelWorldOnline
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