Halifax Solo Trip – 3 Days of Coastal Charm & History

🌊 Halifax Solo Trip – 3 Days of Coastal Charm & History 📍 Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia (Canada’s Ocean Playground) 🚌 Transport: Walkable downtown + Metro Transit buses (e.g., #320 to downtown). --- 📅 Itinerary at a Glance DAY 1️⃣: Gardens & Cathedrals ✔ Public Gardens – Victorian-era blooms + giant ladybugs 🐞. ✔ Bliss Caffeine Café – Smooth lattes + avocado toast. ✔ St. Mary’s Basilica – 1820s stone cathedral (free entry). DAY 2️⃣: Citadels & Lighthouses ✔ Halifax Citadel – Noon cannon fire + soldier reenactments. ✔ Peggy’s Cove – Atlantic winds + iconic red lighthouse (tour bus $50+). ✔ Waterfront Seafood – Lobster roll at The Bicycle Thief. DAY 3️⃣: Islands & Art ✔ George’s Island – WWI tunnels + harbor views (ferry $8). ✔ Dartmouth – Artsy shops at Alderney Landing. ✔ Fisherman’s Cove – Rainbow shacks + handmade souvenirs. --- 🍽️ Food Recs 🦞 The Five Fishermen – Historic spot with seafood chowder. ☕ Java Blend Coffee – Strong local roasts. --- 💰 Budget Tips ✔ Citadel entry: $8.50 CAD (free with Parks Canada pass). ✔ Ferry to Dartmouth: $2.75 CAD (cheaper than tours). --- ⚠️ Solo Travel Notes ✅ Safe & walkable – Downtown is i‑friendly. ❌ Peggy’s Cove rocks – Stay back! Waves are deadly. --- 🏆 Why Halifax? "Halifax is cozy enough for introverts, but vibrant enough to never feel lonely." #Halifax #NovaScotia #PeggysCove #LobsterLover