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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.

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.

Dartmouth in December

Estimated hotel price

C$ 188

1 night at 3-star hotel

C$ 188

1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Dartmouth in July, when the average temperature is 17 °C, and the highest can go up to 21 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -8 °C, with an average temperature of -4 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 144 mm. In contrast, September is usually the driest month of the year in Dartmouth, with an average rainfall of 91 mm.

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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 Canada to Dartmouth include Air Canada, Air Transat and Porter Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Dartmouth departs from Toronto and takes around 2h 10m.

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 Payless and Dollar, among others, in Halifax.

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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 Payless and Dollar, among others, in Halifax.

Airports near Dartmouth

YHZHalifax Intl

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Where to stay in Dartmouth

There are also lots of vacation rental options in Dartmouth, with prices from C$ 93 to C$ 1,117 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Dartmouth are about 25% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Dartmouth

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax – Dartmouth

4 stars

Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)

C$ 201+

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Delta Hotels by Marriott Dartmouth

3 stars

Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)

C$ 202+

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Chateau Bedford, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

4 stars

Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)

C$ 167+

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Future Inns Halifax Hotel & Conference Centre

3 stars

Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)

C$ 138+

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Best Western Plus Dartmouth Hotel & Suites

3 stars

Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)

C$ 196+

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Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Halifax-Dartmouth

4 stars

Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)

C$ 189+

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Renting a car in Dartmouth costs C$ 93 per day, on average, or C$ 186 if you want to rent it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 23% more expensive than at Halifax Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 2.07 per litre in Dartmouth (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 24.81 and C$ 33.08.

Renting a car in Dartmouth costs C$ 93 per day, on average, or C$ 186 if you want to rent it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 23% more expensive than at Halifax Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 2.07 per litre in Dartmouth (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 24.81 and C$ 33.08.

Best car rental deals in Dartmouth

Economy

2 adults, 2 Bags

C$ 34/day

Compact

4 adults, 2 Bags

C$ 39/day

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