Extremely well done. My favorite part was the visible storage. All museums rotate displays but very few show you what is not on official display. The visible storage lets you see everything although most of it does not have the full story behind it. It is well organized.

The exhibits on the Halifax explosion and Titanic are very comprehensive and well done.

I only had 90 minutes to spend here... more

Lots of information for a little entry-We didn't go here to see things about the Titanic (eventhough it was really interesting). It was great to see and find out a bit more about the Maritime History of Nova Scotia and Halifax. Very informative and displayed. Worth the money.

The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic was a stop on our cruise excursion about the Titanic. Unfortunately, we didn't get too much time there. The Titanic exhibit was small, but interesting. The rest of the museum was fascinating. If we make it back to Halifax, I would make it a point to go there again.

Fitting for a city whose livelihood has been so linked to the sea, Halifax's Museum of the Atlantic is a fantastic museum and maybe second only to the citadel as the prime attraction of Halifax.

For someone with no knowledge of Halifax, this museum does a great job of sharing several views of history, from the "days of sail" to Halifax's role in Canadian maritime events, including the world wars and the Titanic sinking.

A temporary exhibit about the war of 1812 shows important characters and events from four points of view: American, Canadian, British, and First Peoples. It was... more

This a great three hour visit, and has lots of great models from the age of steam ships. There are a great deal of other models also.
Very good Titanic exhibit shows the Heroes in a tragedy.
Cunard donated a great deal of there ships to museum.

Worth the visit

I'm not a museum person but I enjoyed this visit. The maritime history is fascinating and the Titanic artifacts were interesting. My husband thoroughly enjoyed the museum and took many pictures, which I will post if I ever get them organized.

Seeing the real thing

whether you are watching short films or looking at the relics from the sunken ships, you will be given a better understanding of our way of life then. You will be surprised by the amount of mariner involvement we have had. It is also a snap shot of a way of life that is disappearing. But well worth the visit.

Worth a visit

If you are interested in maritime history this is a very good museum for you. If you are from an area unfamiliar with what sailors, fisherman etc have done then this would be ideal for you. The very small entrance fee is well worth it.

A definite must see

Sometimes you don't do things in your own backyard. Visiting the Maritime Museum was one of them. We had friends visiting from Germany who had interest in the Titanic which prompted us to visit the Museum with them. As other reviewers have mentioned this is a very interesting place to visit and we got to see and learn a lot... more

Lots of History

I LOVED this museum. I thought it was well thought out, had a lot of artifacts, easy to follow and easy to read. My husband isn't always a big fan of museums, but even he really enjoyed this museum. Beware there is a lot to see! It will take a long while to go through this museum, but it is... more

an informative visit

There is a variety of information in this maritime museum: from models of ships, sailboats, to details about the 1917 Halifax explosion, to the Acadia Hydrography boat, to shipwrecks, the Titanic exhibit ,... quite interesting; the Titanic is a small exhibit with very few artifacts. You can spend quite some time if you want to see everything.
I enjoyed the... more

Maritime History at it's best

A must do in Halifax as it explains the way of life for many in province of Nova Scotia and allows for better understanding before heading out to the smaller villages like Peggy cove & Town of Lunenburg.

A lot of info in a small area

I have been to maritime museums that would bore your socks off - this is not one of them. It is a nice mix of boats and information. The display on the Halifax disaster is top notch and the Titanic exhibition is interesting as well. The ship chandlers is fascinating and the gentleman who was volunteering there was very informative.

Simply Excellent

The showpieces of this museum's collections are those related to the Halifax Explosion of 1917 and the Titanic (pieces of it's wreckage washing ashore in Nova Scotia). The exhibits related to the explosion are moving and inspiring. Moving as they tell the graphic stories of loss suffered by so many as a result of the disaster. Inspiration as there are... more

Excellent spot for both adults and kids

It was pouring rain out as we ducked into the Museum where we happily whiled away a couple of hours taking in lots of local colour of the nautical sort. As we wandered through the various exhibits it was lovely to look out over the waterfront and be reminded that this history we were absorbing continues to unfold on the... more

Made the mistake of not getting a guided tour

Its a cool museum with lots of history. I learned a lot about the Halifax Explosion and was really motivated to check out some of the real sites for myself, but it wouldve been better to have a guided tour if there were any offered. It was cool to check out all the boats and things like that but it... more

Great History

We collect and interpret various elements of Nova Scotia’s marine history – from small craft boatbuilding to World War convoys; the Days of Sail to the Age of Steam; the Titanic to the Halifax Explosion. Step aboard the CSS Acadia, Canada’s longest-serving hydrographic vessel, who’s 100 years old and lives on the museum’s wharf.

It's worth it for Merlin

It's only $5 to get in during the off-season, which is worth it if you're into boats (my partner) or parrots (me, to my surprise). Merlin the parrot was highly entertaining, and I would have paid the $5 just to watch him bob around for 30 minutes or so. Thankfully, he has a live feed on their website, which is... more

Maritime history

The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic is also a must see in Halifax. Lots to see in the museum and lots to learn about Halifax maritime history. If you have an interest in the Titanic, you will appreciate the Titanic info and artifacts in the museum. One of the original Titanic deck chairs is here in the museum. Allow yourself... more

Best Marine Museum In North America

Sitting on the boardwalk of the world's second largest natural harbour with so much seafaring history tied to the Nova Scotian lifestyle makes this a must see when in Halifax. Add to this one of the best Titanic exhibits on this side of the Atlantic, Theodore Tugboat exhibit and two unique dockside ship tours.

See Titanic artifacts

Downtown Halifax, perfect educational experience in the heart of Halifax and walking distance to Ferry and other amentities

a great museum

No sailor should miss this gem. It has a great Titanic exhibit (come close to tears when you read the letters) .Watch the live construction of a dory. Right on the waterfront. Walk thru history.

Full of Titanic, Halifax Explosion and Maritime Marine History

Lots of full size local boats, scores of ship models plus the "CHS ACADIA, the Museum's largest artifact, an historic, 100+ year old Hydrographic Survey ship.

A good family experience

Conveniently located on the Halifax waterfront, this museum is good for the whole family, and not big in size, so good for young children with short attention spans. Interesting marine exhibits and be sure to tour the HMCS Sackville as part of your visit to the museum.

Maritime heritage writ large

First, the setting is appropriate -- on the waterfront. Near the harbour that was the destination for so many vessels. Secondly, it's a stroll through East Coast maritime history, with a strong emphasis on the Titanic. The exhibits are worthy of examination, and the staff are knowledge-able. If you're from inland Canada, what better way to learn the importance of... more

Educational

If you enjoy learing about history, you will enjoy this museum. I espectially enjoyed the Titanic and Halifax Explosion exhibits. Definitely worth seeing.

Very interesting

Wonderful museum. Also enjoyed seeing a "Theodore Tugboat" display - watched it with my daughter. Very informative!

sail away on dry land to the best little mueseum

I get bored easily but this place rocks its such fun so many interesting things and the perfect size,I would definatley go back..I like the sailors bunks laid with with frocks and the Titanic menus

Great spot to spend an afternoon

My daughter had been studying the Titanic in school so she was especially interested in seeing the photographs, diagrams, models, and bits of the ship's woodwork on display. The mangled clock, hands frozen at the moment of the dreadful Halifax Explosion always sends chills down my spine. Lots to look at here. Allow yourself time to explore.

So cool

This was a very interesting place! Loved the Titanic exhibit, especially. Walk through at your own pace--there is lots to learn, and lots of cool stuff to see!

It had been many (and I mean many) years since the last time I had been to this museum. Unfortunately but fortunately, not much has changed. My memory was completely jogged by each display. I really enjoyed seeing the original pieces from Theodore Tugboat and kinda got nostalgic looking at them. The Titanic display is also another personal favourite but the exhibit was much smaller than I... more

Give Yourself Some Time

Informative and Interesting.
Nicely located on the Halifax Waterfront in a large building that covers much of Halifax's history and Maritime history. Some very good displays with much thought into the information and presentation. A good cross section of the highs and lows with some very good craftsman on display. Well worth a visit but give yourself some time to... more

Interesting Museum on the Waterfront

In the heart of Halifax, this is a small museum that will hold your interest as it guides you through the history of maritime activities in the region. The information on the Halifax explosion was very compelling, and the museum is very much geared toward a wide variety of ages. There is enough here to hold your interest for a... more

A good way to learn more about the area

Well organized, informative and educational! Definitely worth a visit if one has an interest in Maritime history!

Great Museum

This is a very interesting and educational visit covering the history of the maritimes and Halifax including the titanic and the Halifax explosion.

Great Museum

I was very impressed with all of the displays but I really liked the exhibit on solo journeys by Nova Scotians

So interesting

My husband is a naval history buff, so, of course, we had to stop here. It was incredibly interesting. Wonderful displays and very good narratives to go along with the exhibits. The Titanic exhibit is done very well. We especially enjoyed seeing all of the ship models upstairs. Great place for a family outing.

Definitely worth a visit

Nice small museum with all kinds of exhibits on local history, the great explosion in the harbor, titanic etc. Maybe not as much kid's hands-on as some museums but very educational for adults

A Wonderful Place for Those Who Love Sailing and History

This is an excellent museum with a wide range of exhibits. I hadn't realized what a crucial port Halifax has been over the years, or that Titanic survivors were taken to Halifax. Fascinating for those who love and sea (and those who are married to them).

A Must See

Informative, low cost, family friendly. A short cab ride from downtown hotels. A great place to go especially if there is poor weather.

Allow Enough Time

Anyone with an interest in boats, ships or the sea will find Halifax's Maritime Museum a delight. This facility surpasses all expectations. Summertime is better because of the dockside displays but even in winter the inside exhibits offer several hours of first rate entertainment for visitors of all ages.

Go onboard

We went into this because it started to rain and found it to be really interesting. Not only is there the usual artifacts, but also the more unusual, like a huge Fresnel lens from a lighthouse. I also liked the fact that as it is located in a harbour there were a couple of ships to explore. The Titanic exhibit... more

See Nova Scotia’s rich Maritime Heritage

Great location off the Boardwalk, The Maritime Museum has many different exhibits from the days of Sail to Steam boats. There is also an exhibit about the Titanic and the Halifax explosion, boatbuilding, WW2 and.how the Sea, Sailing the history of Halifax are intertwined.

Awesome learn about Titanic

While visiting with my daughter we checked out the Maritime Museum. Awesome to see the video and artifacts from the Titanic and other Maritime artifacts. Sat in the replica of the Titanic deck cahirs.

Great for specific audiences

If you are interested in the Titanic sinking, the Halifax explosion of 1917, or are really interested in Maritime history in the area, this is a must-see. If not, you may find it educational.

So Much History

Love to visit & explore. Nice to do a couple times a year or when you have visitors to the area. Always interested in Titanic so nice to see all they have on display. Would love to have one of the deck chairs. The Museum is so part of the life of Nova Scotia.

Harbour front Walk

The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic is a must for marine enthusiasts of all ages. From boat builders to boat sailors there is something for everyone. The best display of artifacts from the Titanic complete with stories and historic facts.

Interesting

Visited in October with my wife. Halifax is a maritime city so it's a nautical museum and that's what you'll get. The fee is quite modest. We spent about 1.5 hrs there and it was enough for our interest level. One could spend hours. To us the most interesting part was the Titanic exhibit which, although small, had a number... more

Seaside Treasure within the city

Remarkable history of the sea, complete with real ships to explore, story of RMS Titanic.. on the Halifax waterfront

Excellent museum

We first visited this museum 2 years ago during a cruise stop. We visited again this year and it is still outstanding!
If you like history, artifacts and ships then you will love this place. Everything is very nicely displayed, the premises are clean and admission is very reasonable.
Just GO!

Great museum

As a Haligonian who grew up loving this museum as I child, I find that this is a great place to take visitors of any age. Lots of interesting exhibits.

Museum guides are so knowledgeable

We visited early in the day before the cruise ship passengers arrived. Thus we had a chance to speak with several museum guides who had so much fascinating information to share. There is so much to see in the museum, and so many signs to read. My little camera took photos of some displays and the signage, just to help... more

Fascinating

My 12 year old daughter and I spend a lot more time than we figured going through the museum. There were lots of displays including a wonderful exhibit from the Titanic.

Pleasantly surprised

I wasn't expecting much, but I was pleasantly surprised by the size of the museum and how interesting some of their exhibits were. We didn't have time to see it all. We could easily have stayed another hour.
There was lots of information, and a movie, on the Titanic, and a lot of information on the Halifax Explosion. We paid... more

Great exhibit on the Titanic and the fire in Halifax

The museum was open until 8 PM and we had a lot of time to go through it. Materials were very well presented. Included AV for the 2 main exhibits. Good info on lights for light houses.

Definitely Worth a Visit

This city has an incredible history of maritime activity. Also, the great explosion of 1917 is something a lot of people outside of Nova Scotia may not know about. I'd allow a couple of hours to do it justice.

I have gone a couple times (be sure to ask for your military discount here) the museum is great however I was sad to learn that after my second visit to the museum that there was a boat in the harbor that also was included in the fee and that we could go on that. I think the staff is dropping the ball on that little tidbit of information as I was even more disappointed to learn that we were not... more

Beautiful maritime artifacts well presented. Many interesting personal vignettes but not hokey or maudlin. Countless beautiful ship models. Enjoyed over two hours there.

I'm not sure what I was expecting at this museum, what drew me in was the Titanic exhibit. I think that is why I was disappointed was that the Titanic exhibit was not very large and really didn't teach me that much about the titanic. I like boats but I guess just not that much and I can only look at so many octants and sextants. I thought that the museum was laid out really well and someone who... more

The conference I was attending reserved the museum after hours for a registration/cocktail/network time and it was great. I had the opportunity to explore the indoor exhibit at my leisure and enjoyed it!

This is an absolute must for tourists. As we came in the offseason, we paid 5 dollars for admission to an incredible collection of old ship parts, collections from shipwrecks, artifacts from the Halifax Explosion, and a massive collection of items salvaged from the Titanic, including woodwork from the Grand Ballroom and dining menus. The highlight of our trip.

If you don't already know the importance of the sea to the history of Halifax, you'll certainly know it after visiting the Maritime Museum (be sure to show your AAA or CAA card for a $1 discount on admission). It's probably most famous for its Titanic history and memorabilia, but since that's at the back of the second floor, everything else will lead up to it. There are so many interesting... more

This museum has a great combination of fun and history, with a display on Theodore the Tug Boat and a parrot on display just steps for pieces of the Titanic. It is smaller than most museums I'm used to, but they make use of every part of it. The staff is also quite nice and helpful. Definitely stopping by for a longer visit next time.

When you really need a good Maritime binge, you'll find all the east coast Canadiana you'll ever want right here. Starting with a parrot who actually, no seriously, says hi and bye if you make the first move, and ending with full lighthouse bulbs and ship cannons, this is an adventure on the high seas without having to leave your land-lubber ways behind.

I'll be honest, I usually end up here... more

Where to start? I visited the museum for the first time this summer and loved it. My personal favorite exhibits were the sunken treasure and the ship out back.
All of the exhibits were interesting and it's very fitting for the museum to be on the waterfront.
This museum should be a must for everyone to visit--not just tourists. You learn more here than you would/did in a classroom. Thought I... more

This is an amazing museum. My favorite section was the Halifax Explosion exhibit and visiting the ship out back. I went on one of the tours of the Halifax Explosion area and that was great. The guide linked it to what was going on in the world at the time. For part of the time there was also a man signing sea songs in one of the galleries and that was great. Overall it had interesting stuff too... more

This museum is a must for tourists. They have a wide selection of boats on display and some of the finest ship models I've seen. They have some really neat smaller items on display as well with nice write-ups, though the labels seemed a little faded and are hard to read. The Titanic display is wonderful, as is the display for the Halifax explosion. In addition to the inside museum, you can step... more

Wow, what a surprise! There is a lot to see here so allow at least two or three hours; more if this is your thing. Artifacts are well-lighted and arranged in an easy to follow sequence. The museum is very clean and the staff are there to answer your questions or provide further historical details. We really enjoyed ourselves. Good value for the money. Probably very boring to young children and... more

The museum offers an excellent overview of maritime history in this part of the Atlantic, as well as some history of Halifax. The best parts of the museum are on the Titanic (they have numerous actual artifacts), the Halifax disaster (amazing that we have never heard of it in the US), and the various shipwrecks in the area. It is well signed and taking a walking tour on your own is very doable.... more

I wish I had more time...

The Maritime Museum was somewhere I could easily spend the entire day.... perhaps two. Unfortunately I only had a few hours to spend here...

Being somewhat fascinated by the history of the Titanic, I spent most of my time in the Titanic portion.... reading nearly everything there was to read, watching every video, thumbing through the log books.... I really enjoyed... more

The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic is the quintessential Halifax experience. From the Days of Sail to the Age of Steam, seagoing vessels are celebrated here in every incarnation.

Permanent exhibits include the Titanic display, the Navy gallery, and many others sure to capture your attention. Be sure to take in the temporary exhibit of the SS St Louis: Ship of Fate, which was supposed to carry... more

If you have any interest in history, especially maritime history this museum is not to be missed. It may be small, but it has some interesting exhibits.

There is a unique exhibit son the Titantic and the Halifax explosion and another on naval warfare (mostly War of 1812 and WW2).

Halifax is where the floating victims of the Titanic (those who could be found) were buried. Lots of floating... more

When visitors come to town, they always want to go here. The Pirate Ships were one of the areas we spent a lot of time. There is so much here, it would be hard to talk about one area over the other. Each of us had our favorite section. Of course the area where the Titanic is , is just amazing.

Take your time going through everything , there is a lot to see. The staff here are great.

See the sea
from the
safety
of land

In the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic there is a huge map with all the ship wrecks that have occurred off the coast of Nova Scotia. There are literally thousands of them. It almost seems that every ship that went near this place either hit a rock, collided with another vessel or blew up. That certain explains the large amount of extremely cool artifacts... more

I hardly know where to start...probably with the Titanic exhibit that is truly remarkable. It's an incredible glimpse into the ship, the passengers and through survivor testimony, the ordeal itself.

Another interesting exhibit is about the pirates, in particular the ones in and around the coastline of NS. That was cool! You are introduced to some of the characters, where they hid and where... more

Overall a very good Museum!

The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic is a great museum. Of course they have the infamous Titanic exhibit which features shoes from Titanic's, "Unknown Child," along with replica's of chairs and other items so you can see what it was like to be on the Titanic. And they have the video that costs an extra $4 to watch. The video has some great archival footage of the... more

I can't explain it, but I have always been strangely drawn to the big lighthouse lens that welcomes visitors to the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. The lens was from the Sambro Island lighthouse and was in use there from 1906 to 1967, when it was finally replaced by an "airport-type" beacon. But to me, the lens is like a beautiful sculpture, a pod-shaped series of glass layers, mysterious and... more

Great Way to Experience Halifax History

Visiting the museum takes you into the past to the early 1900's. The Titanic exhibit and the Halifax Explosion exhibit are very well done and show two sides of the importance of Halifax as a world port: Commercial and Military. I really enjoyed the Halifax Explosion exhibit and being able to walk outside and see the actual locations helped make it real (and not just an old tale).

We decided to check out the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic located on the downtown waterfront. This museum details the rich maritime history of Nova Scotia through exhibits and galleries of large ships, sail boats, naval ships, model ships, artifacts, maps, images, tools and other neat treasures on two levels. Guided tours of the museum are available.

We spent most of our time on the second... more

Worth a Visit

Small in size but large in information. The museum contains wonderfull examples of dories and other ships as well as remenent of the Titanic. Well done information presented throughout helps explain the passage of that fatefull night and of similar nights for other vessels. Worth a visit in while your walking the boardwalk on the Ocean. Can't beat the price either 10.00 for a family

Interesting but crowded

The titanic display was very nice, and the pirate display as well. We unfortunately arrived right around the same time as either a couple of tour busses, or a cruise ship excursion. Couldn't see many of the displays because of this. Next time we're in Halifax, we might go try it again to see what we missed.

This is a great museum and well worth a visit, we spent about three hours here in total. There are lots of boats on display as well as some interesting displays relating to the halifax explosion and the sinking of the Titanic.

Check out the website for lots of info.

As one of the world's largest harbours, it comes as no surprise that Halifax's history should be so tied in with its maritime history. The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic therefore is one the best and most interesting attractions in Halifax. Designed for both kids and adults, with some hands-on displays and plenty of information, the museum will let you find out more about such pivotal events... more

One of my biggest regret at Halifax is that I did not have the time to visit the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic (I spent my time visiting Lunenburg, Peggy's Cove and Mahone Bay instead, but it was really worth it). This museum is conveniently located along Upper Water Street at the waterfront boardwalk area of Halifax and is opened all year round. Basically, it showcases the impressive... more

This is the best museum in the Maritimes. There are a number of excellent exhibits but there are two major highlights that stand out. The exhibit on the tragic Halifax Explosion of 1917 occured on December 6 when two warships collided in Halifax harbor not far from the museum. It detonated tons of TNT and more than 1,700 people died. Windows were shattered 100km (60 miles) away.

The second... more

The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic is a great place to visit, whether you are a boat enthusiast or not. It has many exhibits dealing with a wide variety of subjects, including the Titanic, the Halifax Explosion, Sable Island, treasure-hunting, history, etc.

The entry ticket also includes access to the CSS Acadia, which serves as a scientific research vessel (though only open to the public... more

This is a nice museum with a special kids section.

You can start outside visiting the former hydrographic research ship CSS Arcadia, wandering through the Anchord Yard and visiting the Boat Sheds.

Inside the museum at ground level you find the Giftshop and the Ship Chandlery, where the museum guide will tell strong stories.

Continue into the museum and find a special kid's section called... more

At the Museum of the Atlantic there were many interesting and historical exhibits including fishing boats, Navy ships, Shipwreck Treasures of the Atlantic (including the Titanic), the Halifax Explosion, etc. The CSS Acadia is at dock and open to the public. There was also an interesting, and very worthwhile, 3-D movie showing the wreck of the Titanic.

A really good museum about Nova Scotia's relationship with the sea. There's also a good exhibition about the Titanic with some artifacts like a deck chair. There are a few hundred of the Titanic victims buried in two cemeteries here, Fairview and the Jewish Cemetery (sorry, can't think of the proper name for it just now). There is also a detailed exhibit on the Halifax Explosion that happened... more

Visit the Halifax Maritime Museum. Many interesting exhibits on maritime history and travel. There are several artifacts related to the Titanic, including the wooden deck chair seen here.

Shows nautical and marine history of Atlantic Canada. The permanent exhibits include Titanic: The Unsinkable Ship and Halifax Wrecked: The Story of the Halifax Explosion, an early Shipchandlery, Days of Sail gallery, small craft gallery and a lighthouse light. CSS Acadia, a 1913 hydrographic research vessel is moored outside.

Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
A great museum with major exhibits on the Titanic (when it sank, Halifax was the closest port so it was involved in much of the rescue and salvage) and on the Great Explosion.