Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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As this is a walking tour, persons with walking issues should not participate.
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Not recommended for travelers with walking problems.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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The Historic Halifax by Foot tour provides visitors an opportunity to sample the history, architecture and hospitality the city has to offer. Your local guide will lead you on a comfortable paced tour through the downtown area, with multiple stops at various locations for photos and conversation. With a small group size, guests will be able to enjoy a more personal tour.
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Services of a local guide
Food and beverages are not included.
Meeting Points
Departure
Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21
Meet your guide across the street from the Canadian Immigration Museum. You will see a railway passenger car in front of the museum. Your guide will be across the street from the railway car.
Return
Halifax Ferry Terminal
Your tour will end on the Halifax waterfront, next to the Halifax Ferry Terminal.
Historic Halifax by Foot
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The Historic Halifax by Foot tour provides visitors an opportunity to sample the history, architecture and hospitality the city has to offer. Your local guide will lead you on a comfortable paced tour through the downtown area, with multiple stops at various locations for photos and conversation. With a small group size, guests will be able to enjoy a more personal tour.
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Services of a local guide
Food and beverages are not included.
Meeting Points
Departure
Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21
Meet your guide across the street from the Canadian Immigration Museum. You will see a railway passenger car in front of the museum. Your guide will be across the street from the railway car.
Return
Halifax Ferry Terminal
Your tour will end on the Halifax waterfront, next to the Halifax Ferry Terminal.
Itinerary
1
Halifax Public Gardens
With your local guide, enter the Oldest Victorian Gardens in Canada, through the main gates. Inside the Gardens your guide will explain the history and monuments found inside. Free time will also be provided to explore on your known.
30 minutes
2
Old Burying Ground
The Old Burying Ground is Halifax's oldest cemetery, founded in 1749. Your route will take you by the site featuring restored headstones, the only Crimean War memorial in North America and interesting tales of those laid to rest.
10 minutes
3
Halifax Citadel National Historic Site
Providing a commanding view of downtown Halifax and the harbour, walk to the top of Citadel and join your guide as they explain the importance of Halifax as a military establishment and the importance of the Citadel. Great photo opportunity. This tour does not go inside the Citadel National Historic Site.
15 minutes
4
St Paul’s Anglican Church, Halifax
Founded in 1749, St. Paul's is the oldest Anglican church in Canada, as well as the oldest building in Halifax. From the Grand Parade, your guide will explain it's connection to the Halifax Explosion.
5
Grand Parade
Your guide will stop at this historic military parade square dating from the founding of Halifax in 1749. At the north end of the Grand Parade is the Halifax City Hall, the seat of municipal government in Nova Scotia's Halifax Regional Municipality. At the south end is St. Paul's Church. In the middle of Grand Parade is the cenotaph built originally to commemorate the soldiers who served in First World War, Second World War, and the Korean War. Your guide will also take this time to talk about the Halifax Explosion, the worst man made explosion prior to the Second World War bombing in Japan.
15 minutes
6
Province House
Constructed between 1817-1819, Province House is Canada's longest serving legislative building in Canada. The structure is considered one of the finest examples of Palladian architecture in North America. It is also the location of a famous court case in 1835 which lead to freedom of the press in Canada. Your guide will provide details about the unique events that have taken place at Provinces and the people who have governed Nova Scotia.
7
Old Town Clock
The Old Town Clock is one of Halifax's most famous landmarks. Constructed to provide the correct time to the local garrison, it has been helping Haligonians keep on time since 1803. Your route from Citadel Hill will take you past the front steps of the clock.
