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
$248
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dartmouth in January
Estimated hotel price
$248
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.

Plane

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

Airports near Dartmouth

YHZHalifax Intl

Airlines serving Dartmouth

Lufthansa
Good (8,230 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,571 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,197 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,060 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,547 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,645 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,655 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,160 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (949 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,975 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,205 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,573 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,529 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,467 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,382 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (448 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (236 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,557 reviews)
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Where to stay in Dartmouth

There are also lots of holiday rental options in Dartmouth, with prices from $73 to $1,345 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Dartmouth are about 16% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Dartmouth

Most booked hotels in Dartmouth

Halifax Tower Hotel & Conference Centre, an Ascend Collection Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
$361+
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Prince George Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$290+
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Chateau Bedford, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$286+
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Cambridge Suites Hotel Halifax
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$284+
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Atlantica Hotel Halifax
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$371+
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Hiring a car in Dartmouth

Expect to pay $2.46 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 $29.49 and $39.32. 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 (Kia Rio or similar) is, on average, 55% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.46 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 $29.49 and $39.32. 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 (Kia Rio or similar) is, on average, 55% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.