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 Canteen on Portland (22 Portland Street) and Milestones Grill + Bar - Mic Mac (142 Micmac Blvd unit 21) are great picks.

When to visit Dartmouth

Dartmouth in January
Estimated hotel price
$137
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dartmouth in January
Estimated hotel price
$137
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, Delta and WestJet. The shortest flight to Dartmouth from the United States departs from Detroit and takes around 2h 40m.

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 Payless, among others, in Halifax.

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, Delta and WestJet. The shortest flight to Dartmouth from the United States departs from Detroit and takes around 2h 40m.

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 Payless, among others, in Halifax.

Airports near Dartmouth

YHZHalifax Intl

Airlines serving Dartmouth

Lufthansa
Good (8,221 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,576 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,215 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,072 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,567 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,655 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (959 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,210 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,986 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,200 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,620 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,535 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,482 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,386 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (448 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (237 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,553 reviews)
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Where to stay in Dartmouth

There are also lots of vacation rental options in Dartmouth, with prices from $66 to $794 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Dartmouth are about 17% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Dartmouth by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Dartmouth

Most booked hotels in Dartmouth

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Halifax Tower Hotel & Conference Centre, an Ascend Collection Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, 539 reviews)
$209+
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Prince George Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1577 reviews)
$164+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax – Dartmouth
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 675 reviews)
$153+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Dartmouth
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 580 reviews)
$186+
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Chateau Bedford, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1595 reviews)
$154+
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Future Inns Halifax Hotel & Conference Centre
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1492 reviews)
$135+
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Renting a car in Dartmouth

Renting a car in Dartmouth costs $70 per day, on average, or $139 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 5% cheaper than airport locations in Dartmouth.

Expect to pay $5.49 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 $65.87 and $87.82. The most frequently booked car type in Dartmouth is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Dartmouth costs $70 per day, on average, or $139 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 5% cheaper than airport locations in Dartmouth.

Expect to pay $5.49 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 $65.87 and $87.82. The most frequently booked car type in Dartmouth is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Dartmouth

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$75/day

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