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Halifax Named One of the Best Places in the World to Travel

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

National Geographic has named Halifax one of the best places in the world to travel in 2027, recognizing it for its rich cultural heritage, diverse communities and unique visitor experiences.

Featured in National Geographic’s annual Best of the World list, Halifax was recognized for its Mi’kmaw and African Nova Scotian heritage, with highlights including the new Wije’winen/Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre, African Nova Scotian heritage tours, including Ayomikun Bus Charters, and the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21.

A small yellow church in the middle of a grass field

Africville Museum: UNESCO Place of History & Memory, Halifax Metro

The recognition highlights Nova Scotia’s diversity and reinforces its appeal as a world-class travel destination. It also complements Tourism Nova Scotia’s ongoing travel media efforts to showcase the province’s unique experiences to national and international audiences: https://tourismns.ca/marketing/travel-trade-travel-media

To read the full article and discover the other destinations named among the best places in the world to visit in 2027, visit https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/best-of-the-world-2027