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Halifax is the capital of Nova Scotia, Canada known for its seafront boardwalks and first-rate museums. This seaside town is waiting to be explored and the easiest way to discover this city is through a car rental from Halifax Airport.Whether you’re a first timer or a local, this diverse and charming region has something to offer for everyone.

Car rentals in Halifax: Discover the provincial capital

As you stroll with your car rental in downtown Halifax, you will see a breathtaking four-kilometre Harbourwalk and three blocks of Victorian-era buildings. A relaxing city with a touch of culture, Halifax has awesome tourist spots worthy of a car hire road trip.

Halifax is a mid-sized Canadian city in Nova Scotia with a whole lot going for it. The city is consistently listed as a top place to live, and is widely regarded as one of the best locations for business.

Catering to a large population of students, Halifax is where you’ll find more pubs and clubs per capita than almost anywhere else in the country. It is home to the ‘donair’, a twist on the doner kebab that’s as sweet as it is addictive. Famous dining spots include Lower Deck, Salty’s, Gahan House and COWS Creamery. These Halifax car rental stopovers are perfect for someone who is done for the day.

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Car rental Halifax: Book with Airport Rentals

If you are looking to plan a holiday trip which includes car hire from Halifax Airport, you are in the right place. Rather than wasting time scouring dozens of websites for the lowest vehicle rent, Airport Rentals can help you compare the city’s best car hire options across trusted brands in one page.

Every traveller knows that the secret to a good deal is to compare all the options available before making a decision. Usually, that process takes time and effort, but with Airport Rentals, it’s as easy as entering in your travel details once and hitting ‘search’.

The site will automatically present a list of available cars from multiple vehicle hire companies at Halifax Airport. Yes, this is also the experience to expect if you are booking a car rental in Kelowna or securing a car hire at Charlottetown airport or in any other top destinations in all of Canada and the world over. You can refine your search using filters for car type, transmission type, group size and more. Once you’ve made your pick, book securely online and pat yourself on the back for saving so much time.

Getting car rentals Halifax: Our Guarantee

Having arranged airport rentals for thousands of customers around the globe, we definitely offer experience and knowledge. Our excellent customer service team is available 24 hours a day on weekdays and 12 hours a day on weekends, to help you with any issues you may have. We also offer free cancellations and free amendments for most cars. Also, our user friendly airport and car hire app for iPhone & Android, allows you to rent a vehicle around the world, with up-to-the-minute pricing.

Halifax Airport

The Halifax Stanfield International Airport regularly ranks as one of the world’s best airports and hosts more than 3.9 million passengers every year. It was the first facility in North America to offer a self-service baggage drop and offers an array of amenities and facilities to its arriving passengers. There are shops, restaurants, art installations, currency exchange booths, free WiFi, and even live performances.

Halifax Airport is serviced by both regional and national airlines with flights to and from various Canadian destinations including Calgary (airport code YYC) and Toronto Pearson.

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Renting cars at Halifax Airport

Halifax Airport aims to provide an enjoyable experience by providing quality services and facilities within the terminal. Follow the signs from the arrivals area and you’ll find the car rental desks on the lower level of the airport parkade.

Major companies that offer Halifax Airport rental cars are:

• Budget Car Rental Halifax Airport

• Thrifty Car Rental Halifax Airport

• Avis Car Rental Halifax Airport

• Enterprise Car Rental Halifax Airport

• National Car Rental Halifax Airport

• Dollar Car Rental Halifax Airport

• Hertz Car Rental Halifax Airport

Driving your car rental in Halifax

Halifax traffic conditions

You’ll have plenty to do and see while you’re in this provincial capital, as well as a number of alluring road trip options, and a rental car in Halifax is just the way to manage it all. Fortunately, as a city of just over 400,000 residents (Haligonians), normal traffic conditions are generally only busy or slow during rush hour or around road works.

Driving Halifax Airport rental cars to the CBD

If you’re picking up your Halifax Airport car rental and heading into town, it’s roughly a 30-minute drive to get there. As you leave the terminal, take Bell Boulevard to the Veteran’s Memorial Highway (NS-102) and turn left. Follow this road until you reach NS-118, then drive along this highway to join the Highway of Heroes, which crosses the A. Murray Mackay Bridge into town. Note that the bridge route is the fastest option but it does include a small toll.

Halifax car rentals: Driving tips

Halifax’s CBD is straightforward in terms of driving. The grid layout makes it easy to navigate, although it will always help to plan your airport car rental route. It is important to keep an eye out for pedestrians throughout the downtown area, as they have the right of way.

Here are a few more safety tips in driving rental cars in Halifax:

• Always keep your doors locked and windows rolled up when driving your vehicle rental.

• Stick to main roads and minimize driving at night if possible to avoid drunk, reckless drivers.

• Park your car rental in well-lit, secure areas.

• Follow speed limits for rental cars.

• Use a GPS for road navigation.

• Keep your valuables hidden - this includes mobile phones.

New to Canada? Check out our Canada driving guide for a more enjoyable rental car experience. Begin a car hire adventure in Yellowknife, Vancouver or Montreal or rent a car in Winnipeg, Toronto or anywhere in Canada to discover more.

Parking in Halifax

In town, the city offers metered parking on streets throughout the downtown area. Each area has different maximum time limits, so be sure to pay close attention. Should you visit in winter, be extra careful not to park your Halifax car rental in a snow clearing spot, as your auto may be fined or towed. Also note that there is no outdoor overnight parking in Halifax from December 15 to March 31 to make way for snow clearing, so it’s best to find a spot at your hotel or in a parkade such as the MetroPark on Hollis Street.

Parking your car hire at Halifax Airport

To park your car rental at Halifax Airport, choose from hourly or daily lots, or park a little further away in the terminal exterior parking lot to save on costs. Or, if you’re planning to leave the vehicle long-term, the Park’n’Fly option will be the most cost effective.

Other target drop-off locations for your Halifax airport car rental

Keep in mind that picking up your car hire at Halifax Airport doesn’t mean you have to drop it off there.

Check out a few other nearby locations where you may finish your Canadian airport car road trip:

• Vancouver Airport (YVR)

• Moncton Airport

• Quebec Airport

• Montreal Airport

• Fredericton Airport

Accommodation options in Halifax

There are some pretty standard accommodation options should you need to rest from getting around the city with your car rental from Halifax Airport. There’s a wide range of chain and independent hotels in all price brackets. From historic boutique hotels to budget hostels and lodgings right next to the airport, there’s no shortage of Halifax accommodation. Keep in mind that downtown rooms fill up quickly during major events, so book as early as possible during these times.

• The Haliburton

• Waverley Inn

• Holiday Inn Express Halifax Airport

• Courtyard Halifax Downtown

• Halifax Backpackers Hostel

Top annual events in Halifax

Be sure to leave some time in your Halifax schedule to attend some of the city’s top events. There’s something going on no matter the time of year, whether that’s the annual Canada Day celebrations, a buskers’ festival or a celebration of art at night-time. You can enjoy one party and easily go on to the next one in your Halifax car rental.

• Atlantic Film Festival (September)

• Nocturne Festival (October)

• Halifax International Busker Festival (August)

• Halifax Pop Explosion (October)

• Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo (June-July)

From bagpipes and highland dancers to acrobats and trampoline routines, traditional and modern arts come together at the annual Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo festival.

The week-long spectacle is the world’s largest indoor annual event, drawing in visitors from all over North America. You’ll be blown away by the talent of the artists, performers, musicians, and dancers who fill up the week’s jam-packed schedule. With history interwoven throughout the 7 days, you’ll learn about the background of the show, and the story behind its beginnings in 1979. The Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo festival is perfect for the whole family, with non-stop shows and events to get involved with all over the city. Jump in your Halifax car rental and head to the festivities!

Phone: (902) 420-1114

Culture in Halifax

The local social scene in Halifax is centred around the arts, embracing its identity as the cultural capital of the Atlantic Canadian region. Main attractions include museums, theatres, and art galleries, and there is a real focus on art and culture from the indigenous Mi’kmaq peoples.

Halifax is also very much a college town. Hosting six out of ten universities in Nova Scotia, the city emanates a youthful, diverse and progressive vibe.

Top Halifax attractions

Head to a performance in the historic Neptune Theatre, sip on a beverage from a brewery that began in 1820, and ponder the works in the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia. Your car rental Halifax will make it all possible.

• Halifax Citadel National Historic Site

• Pier 21 National Historic Site

• Alexander Keith’s Brewery

• Neptune Theatre

• Art Gallery of Nova Scotia

Looking to start your adventure somewhere else? Pick up a car rental at Castlegar airport, Vancouver or Victoria to explore the other side or secure a car hire in Hamilton or Toronto and discover more of the beauty of Canada.

Where to stay

Seascape Coastal Retreat

With a name like Seascape Coastal Retreat, it’s no wonder this spectacular spot in Canada’s Nova Scotia is a popular one. Situated in the heart of the Cape Breton Highlands, Seascape Coastal Retreat will have you wining, dining, and relaxing in style when you book in for a night or two. Beautiful cottages along the stunning shoreline not only give you a fantastic view across the ocean and the mountains, but are equipped with a bubbling whirlpool bath, cosy fire and splendid surrounding gardens. Stay around the beautiful beaches, or head out into the countryside for hiking trails, kayaking trips, or whale watching. Pick up your Halifax airport car rental and head north west for 4.5 hours.

Where: 36086 Cabot Trail, Victoria, Nova Scotia, Canada
Phone: Toll free: +1 866 385 3003 Telephone: +1 902 285 3003
 

Ingonish Vacation Rentals

There’s nothing quite like stepping into your own little home away from home and when you book accommodation in Nova Scotia with Ingonish Vacation Rentals, you are sure to have a holiday to remember. From large homes sleeping up to 10 guests, to cosy compact accommodation for a couple’s getaway, there’s something for everyone with Ingonish Vacation Rentals. Beachfront houses, cabins in the woods, cottages on the plains - no matter your style or preference, a simple scroll through the beautiful homes will help you find your dream spot. Use the map of Nova Scotia to see where you’d prefer to stay, and adjust handy filters to see the homes you really want. Drive your rental car Halifax and head out into the stunning region to begin your adventure.

How: Head to the website to book online for your stay in Nova Scotia, Canada

What to do 

Maritime Museum of the Atlantic

“Take a Front Row Seat to History” is the motto of Halifax’s Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, and you really do soak up the incredible past of this waterfront city when you visit. Drawing from a rich heritage, the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic takes you on a voyage of days gone by, with photographs, models, artifacts and more on display throughout its halls. There’s much more to see than just old relics however, with annual events held at the museum, special themed exhibitions erected each year, and even a LEGO stop motion animation club for the kids. Make the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic a stop on your adventure in Nova Scotia. Collect your car hire at Halifax Airport and head straight to the city’s waterfront. It’ll take around 35 minutes to drive there.

Where: 1675 Lower Water Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Hours: Opening hours change depending on the season. Visit the website for full details.