Timeline
15:28
Grab a local micro-brewery beer at The Henry House. It is a quick three-minute walk from the Discovery Centre and offers an English pub atmosphere with a wide stock of local ales.
15:43
Walk back toward the Discovery Centre to stretch your legs. The science centre is open until 17:00, so you can pop in to see the hands-on exhibits or just use the lobby as a warm-up spot before the walk.
15:53
Walk southeast for nine minutes to Pier 21. This historic immigration museum sits right on the waterfront. As the golden light begins at 16:13, the harbour and the old building will be bathed in a warm glow.
16:13
Stand by the water at Pier 21 to watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW at 16:59, casting long shadows over the harbour mouth.
16:33
Walk five minutes to the Seaport Farmers' Market. It is the oldest running farmers' market in North America. Even after the sun sets, the market is open until 17:00 on weekdays, allowing you to pick up fresh local produce or bread for a late snack.
Local tip
The walk from the Discovery Centre to Pier 21 is straightforward, but keep an eye on the time. The golden light is brief, and the market closes at 17:00 on weekdays.
Check before you go
- The Henry House is open Wednesday to Sunday until 23:00.
- The Discovery Centre is open daily until 17:00.
- The Seaport Farmers' Market is open Monday to Friday until 17:00.
Worth knowing
- The Henry House is open at 15:28 only on We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su
- Seaport Farmers' Market is open at 16:33 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Halifax (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).