Baron de Hirsch Cemetery, Halifax

#59 among attractions in Halifax

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Facts and practical information

The Baron de Hirsch Cemetery, also known as the Beth Israel Synagogue Cemetery, is a Jewish cemetery located on west side of Windsor Street at the intersection of Connaught Avenue beside Fairview Cemetery in the city of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. It has been the burial ground of the congregation of the Beth Israel Synagogue of Halifax since 1893. ()

Coordinates: 44°39'35"N, 63°37'12"W

Address

3700 Windsor StreetWest EndHalifax Canada

Contact

(902) 422-1301

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Baron de Hirsch Cemetery – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Halifax Shopping Centre, Halifax Forum, Africville, Shaar Shalom Synagogue.

0.8 miS
Shopping, Shopping centre
Halifax Shopping Centre, Halifax
22 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Halifax, Canada, the Halifax Shopping Centre stands as a premier destination for both locals and visitors looking to indulge in a retail experience that combines variety, convenience, and a touch of maritime charm.
0.8 miE
Sport venue, Sport, Farmer's market
Halifax Forum, Halifax
22 min walk • The Halifax Forum is a cornerstone of community life and sportsmanship in Halifax, Canada. This multifaceted sports venue has been at the heart of the city's recreational and cultural events since its construction in 1927.
1 miN
Park
Africville, Halifax
27 min walk • Africville Park, nestled on the shores of the Bedford Basin in Halifax, Canada, is a poignant symbol of the resilience and spirit of the African Canadian community that once thrived there. Established in the 1830s by Black Nova Scotians, many of whom were descendants...
1.5 miSE
Synagogue
Shaar Shalom Synagogue, Halifax
38 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Halifax, Nova Scotia, the Shaar Shalom Synagogue stands as a beacon of Jewish faith and community. This synagogue, with its rich history and active congregation, serves as a spiritual home for many Jewish families in the region.
~570 ftW
Cemetery
Fairview Lawn Cemetery, Halifax
3 min walk • Fairview Lawn Cemetery, nestled in the heart of Halifax, Canada, is a site steeped in history and solemn beauty. Spanning over 15 hectares, this serene resting place is best known for being the final resting place for many victims of the tragic RMS Titanic disaster of...
0.9 miSW
Cemetery
Mount Olivet Cemetery, Halifax
23 min walk • Mount Olivet Cemetery is a Roman Catholic cemetery located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada at which 19 bodies recovered from the RMS Titanic are buried.
1.3 miSE
Universities and schools
Maritime Conservatory of Performing Arts, Halifax
33 min walk • The Maritime Conservatory of Performing Arts is a Canadian performing arts school in Halifax, Nova Scotia, that offers courses in higher education in music, dance, and theatre.
1.5 miSE
Synagogue
Beth Israel Synagogue, Halifax
38 min walk • Beth Israel Synagogue is a Modern Orthodox synagogue located at 1480 Oxford Street in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Formally chartered by a Private Member's Bill in the Nova Scotia legislature in 1895, it grew out of the Baron de Hirsch Hebrew Benevolent Society, which was formed in 1890.
1.1 miSE
44°38'45"N • 63°36'31"W
Larry O'Connell Field, Halifax
29 min walk • Park
1 miE
Library
Halifax Tool Library, Dartmouth
27 min walk • Halifax Tool Library is a tool lending library based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Members pay an annual subscription and may borrow specialized tools for home repair, maintenance, building projects, community projects, gardening and landscaping. The HTL is a registered Non Profit community organization in Nova Scotia.
1.1 miS
Zoo
Downs' Zoological Gardens, Halifax
28 min walk • Downs' Zoological Gardens is the oldest North American scientific zoo north of Mexico, and opened to the public the same year as the London Zoo.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Baron de Hirsch Cemetery?

Nearby attractions include Fairview Lawn Cemetery, Halifax (3 min walk), Halifax Forum, Halifax (22 min walk), Casino Taxi, Halifax (22 min walk), Hydrostone, Dartmouth (22 min walk).

How to get to Baron de Hirsch Cemetery by public transport?

The nearest stations to Baron de Hirsch Cemetery:

Bus

8551 • Lines: 82, 90 (2 min walk)
8552 - Windsor opp Connaught • Lines: 82 (2 min walk)