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Halifax

Shopping in Halifax

  1. A

    John W Doull Bookseller

    This secondhand store has more books than many libraries.

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  2. Nova Scotian Crystal

    As much of a show as a place to shop. Watch glass blowers form beautiful crystal glasses and vases then pick the ones you want in the classy adjacent shop.

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  3. B

    Book Room

    Around for nearly 160 years, it stocks a good selection of maps and travel guides, plus books by local authors.

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  4. C

    Fireworks Gallery

    Beautiful jewellery by resident goldsmiths is for sale at Fireworks Gallery; other pieces by artisans from across the Maritimes are on display. Prices vary widely.

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  5. D

    Hydrostone Market

    This was part of the reconstruction effort following the Halifax Explosion. The quaint row of shops, cafés and restaurants includes the Bogside Gallery, which features fine crafts from Atlantic Canada.

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  6. E

    Halifax Farmers' Brewery Market

    North America's oldest farmers' market, in the 1820s Keith's Brewery Building, is the ultimate shopping experience. Head here to people-watch and buy organic produce, locally crafted jewelry, clothes and more. In fact, the market has become so popular it's going to be expanded in 2011 to the newly built Seaport Market, a second location near Pier 21 – it will be a daily event with more vendors and cafes and more parking.

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