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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Dartmouth has to offer.

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
$130
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dartmouth in February
Estimated hotel price
$130
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 15 miles from Dartmouth. Airlines that fly from the United States to Dartmouth include Air Canada, United Airlines and Emirates. The shortest flight to Dartmouth from the United States departs from Orlando and takes around 3h 31m.

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 2 miles from Dartmouth. You’ll find branches of Budget and Turo, among others, in Halifax.

Bus

Dartmouth’s bus station is located 0.1 miles from the city center.

Plane

Although Dartmouth doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Halifax Intl (YHZ), which is located 15 miles from Dartmouth. Airlines that fly from the United States to Dartmouth include Air Canada, United Airlines and Emirates. The shortest flight to Dartmouth from the United States departs from Orlando and takes around 3h 31m.

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 2 miles from Dartmouth. You’ll find branches of Budget and Turo, among others, in Halifax.

Bus

Dartmouth’s bus station is located 0.1 miles from the city center.

Airports near Dartmouth

YHZHalifax Intl

Airlines serving Dartmouth

KLM
Good (1,435 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,710 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,037 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,845 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,144 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,708 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,518 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,464 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (890 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,610 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,642 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,367 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,126 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,168 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (380 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,114 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (398 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (188 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,491 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (376 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Dartmouth

Most booked hotels in Dartmouth

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The Prince George Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1526 reviews)
$142+
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The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 741 reviews)
$133+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Dartmouth
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 546 reviews)
$161+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax – Dartmouth
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 589 reviews)
$126+
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The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2002 reviews)
$114+
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Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Halifax-Dartmouth
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1378 reviews)
$152+
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Renting a car in Dartmouth

Renting a car in Dartmouth costs $39 per day, on average, or $116 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 44% cheaper than airport locations in Dartmouth.

Expect to pay $4.05 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 $48.60 and $64.81. Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Dartmouth, while also 84% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Dartmouth costs $39 per day, on average, or $116 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 44% cheaper than airport locations in Dartmouth.

Expect to pay $4.05 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 $48.60 and $64.81. Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Dartmouth, while also 84% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Dartmouth

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$40/day

Economy

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$41/day

Compact
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