Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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. Dartmouth deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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 February
Estimated hotel price
$129
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dartmouth in February
Estimated hotel price
$129
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Dartmouth in July, when the average temperature is 62.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 69.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 17.6 °F, with an average temperature of 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 5.7″. In contrast, September is usually the driest month of the year in Dartmouth, with an average rainfall of 3.6″.

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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 24 km from Dartmouth. Airlines that fly from the United States to Dartmouth include American Airlines, Air Canada and United Airlines. The shortest flight to Dartmouth from the United States departs from Philadelphia and takes around 2h 04m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the only carrier operating train routes to Dartmouth.

Car

Another option to get to Dartmouth is to pick up a car rental from Halifax, which is about 3 km from Dartmouth. You’ll find branches of Turo and Avis, among others, in Halifax.

Bus

Dartmouth’s bus station is located 0.2 km from the city center.

Plane

Although Dartmouth doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Halifax Intl (YHZ), which is located 24 km from Dartmouth. Airlines that fly from the United States to Dartmouth include American Airlines, Air Canada and United Airlines. The shortest flight to Dartmouth from the United States departs from Philadelphia and takes around 2h 04m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the only carrier operating train routes to Dartmouth.

Car

Another option to get to Dartmouth is to pick up a car rental from Halifax, which is about 3 km from Dartmouth. You’ll find branches of Turo and Avis, among others, in Halifax.

Bus

Dartmouth’s bus station is located 0.2 km from the city center.

Airports near Dartmouth

YHZHalifax Intl

Airlines serving Dartmouth

Lufthansa
Good (7,197 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,651 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,954 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,896 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (806 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,844 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,288 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,590 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,693 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,093 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (351 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,914 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (929 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (357 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,374 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (151 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,807 reviews)
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Where to stay in Dartmouth

Average rates range from around $150 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $132 and up for a 5-star experience.

Most popular hotel in Dartmouth by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Dartmouth

Most booked hotels in Dartmouth

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Delta Hotels by Marriott Dartmouth
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 491 reviews)
$183+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax – Dartmouth
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 531 reviews)
$193+
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Chateau Bedford, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1263 reviews)
$189+
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Best Western Plus Dartmouth Hotel & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1217 reviews)
$170+
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The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1868 reviews)
$192+
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Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Halifax-Dartmouth
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1328 reviews)
$196+
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Renting a car in Dartmouth

Renting a car in Dartmouth costs $73 per day, on average, or $147 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 18% cheaper than airport locations in Dartmouth.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Dartmouth (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in Dartmouth is Full-size (Class Full-size SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Dartmouth costs $73 per day, on average, or $147 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 18% cheaper than airport locations in Dartmouth.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Dartmouth (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in Dartmouth is Full-size (Class Full-size SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Car rental agencies in Dartmouth

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