Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Dartmouth travel guide

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You're Going to Love Dartmouth

With a population of 101,343, Dartmouth is a must-see destination in Nova Scotia, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Dartmouth to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Dartmouth

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Dartmouth Crossing (11 Fyne Lane) and Mic Mac Bar & Grill (219 Waverley Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Dartmouth

Dartmouth in January
Estimated hotel price
$259
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dartmouth in January
Estimated hotel price
$259
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Dartmouth in July, when the average temperature is 17 °C, and the highest can go up to 21 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -8 °C, with an average temperature of -4 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 144 mm. In contrast, September is usually the driest month of the year in Dartmouth, with an average rainfall of 91 mm.

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How to Get to Dartmouth

Plane

Although Dartmouth doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Halifax Intl (YHZ), which is located 15 miles from Dartmouth.

Car

Another option to get to Dartmouth is to pick up a car hire from Halifax, which is about 2 miles from Dartmouth. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Dollar, among others, in Halifax.

Plane

Although Dartmouth doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Halifax Intl (YHZ), which is located 15 miles from Dartmouth.

Car

Another option to get to Dartmouth is to pick up a car hire from Halifax, which is about 2 miles from Dartmouth. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Dollar, among others, in Halifax.

Airports near Dartmouth

YHZHalifax Intl

Airlines serving Dartmouth

Lufthansa
Good (8,109 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,532 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,089 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,453 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,981 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,616 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (937 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,908 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,738 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,603 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,860 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,210 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,282 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,469 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (417 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,398 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,308 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (431 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (226 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,530 reviews)
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Where to stay in Dartmouth

There are also lots of holiday rental options in Dartmouth, with prices from $87 to $1,402 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Dartmouth are about 11% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Dartmouth

Most booked hotels in Dartmouth

Chateau Bedford, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$327+
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Future Inns Halifax
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$288+
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Coastal Inn Halifax
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$275+
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Commons Inn
2 stars
Okay (5.4, Okay reviews)
$141+
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Hiring a car in Dartmouth

Expect to pay $2.32 per litre in Dartmouth (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $27.76 and $37.01. The most frequently booked car type in Dartmouth is Mini (Kia Sedona or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.32 per litre in Dartmouth (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $27.76 and $37.01. The most frequently booked car type in Dartmouth is Mini (Kia Sedona or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.