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Just 30 minutes from Downtown Halifax, the Airport Area is home to Halifax Stanfield International Airport and its charming surrounding communities.

The suburban communities that make up this region, including Fall River and Waverley, are populated with coffee shops and bakeries, local pubs, farmers’ markets, and plenty of lakes and trails.<\/p>\r\nWith several great hotels, inns, and B&Bs nearby, this region is ideal for travellers looking to stay close to the airport on a short stopover or start or end their stay in the Halifax region.



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7 Things To Do in the Airport Area<\/h2>\r\n
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  1. Visit the Wellington Bakery<\/strong><\/a> for some of the best brown bread you\u2019ll ever taste.<\/li>\r\n
  2. Go for a hike, walk, or bike ride through McDonald Sports Park<\/strong><\/a> in Waverley.<\/li>\r\n
  3. Visit A Good Day Kitchen & Caf\u00e9<\/strong><\/a> in Fall River for delicious treats, eats, and coffees.<\/li>\r\n
  4. Stock up on local produce for your visit to Halifax at the year-round Vegetorium Country Farm Market<\/strong><\/a> in Fall River.<\/li>\r\n
  5. Dine at The Turtleback Tap & Grill<\/strong><\/a>, Oliver\u2019s Gastropub<\/strong><\/a>,<\/strong> or The Fourth Lock<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 all in Fall River and just minutes from the Halifax Airport!<\/li>\r\n
  6. Golf at Ashburn Golf Club<\/strong><\/a> in Fall River or Airlane Golf Club<\/strong><\/a> behind the airport!<\/li>\r\n
  7. Camp lakeside at Laurie Provincial Park<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n
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    Atlantic Canada Aviation Museum<\/h2>\r\n
    If you\u2019re into aviation you can\u2019t miss checking out the Atlantic Canada Aviation Museum. With 20+ aircraft, three simulators, and hundreds of artifacts, the museum is dedicated to the preservation of Canada\u2019s rich civilian and military aviation history, and has the most comprehensive collection east of Ottawa.\r\n\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    Just 30 minutes from Downtown Halifax, the Airport Area is home to Halifax Stanfield International Airport and its charming surrounding communities. The suburban communities that make up this region, including Fall River and Waverley, are populated with coffee shops and bakeries, local pubs, farmers’ markets, and plenty of lakes and trails. 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