Plan your visit

Parks Canada has suspended all visitor services until June 1, 2021. All camping reservations from May 21 to May 31, 2021 will be automatically cancelled and refunded in full.

Situated in one of the most vibrant cities on the east coast, the Halifax Citadel has much to offer first time and frequent visitors alike. It is a central part of the city, impossible to miss from the harbour and easily accessible by car or foot. First time visitors should plan a minimum of two hours to explore; history buffs can spend the day taking in all that the Halifax Citadel has to offer.

Please note that Halifax Citadel National Historic Site is now a smoke-free space, excepting two designated smoking areas. See "Cannabis, smoking and vaping" for details.

Getting here

Location

5425 Sackville Street
Halifax NS B3J 3Y3

 

For directions, please visit: Getting here

Hours of operation

The grounds are open year-round.

June 1 to September 15: peak season

  • Open Monday to Sunday
    10 am to 4 pm

September 16 to October 31: shoulder season

  • Open Monday to Sunday
    10 am to 4 pm

Fees

Free admission for youth. Other fees still apply.
Detailed fees list

Facilities and services

Accessible Facilities Accessible services
Information Information
Coffee shop Restaurant or café
Bus parking Bus parking
Lookout Lookout
Restrooms Restrooms
Dogs on leash Dogs on leash
Parking Parking

Public Wi-Fi available in the outdoor areas of the site (Parade Square, Cavalier Building porch) but not in the interior spaces/exhibits.