Halifax Historic Walking Tour
Features
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
2 hours
- Guided walking tour throughout historic Downtown Halifax
- Guide
- Tour does not include food or beverages of any kind.
- Items of a personal nature.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Join us for a fun and entertaining day while exploring the vibrant city of Halifax!
As you walk through the historic city centre, you will see some of the area's most important landmarks such as Halifax Public Gardens, Grand Parade Square, Province House, and the Old Town Clock.
All of...
- Duration 2 Hours
- Group Tour
- Max 25 people in the group
- 1
Halifax Citadel National Historic Site
The Halifax Citadel National Historic Site is a star-shaped fortress overlooking downtown Halifax, Nova Scotia. Built in 1856, it played a key role in defending the city and the British Empire’s interests in North America. Today, it offers immersive experiences with costumed interpreters, historic reenactments, and stunning city views. Visitors...
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 2
Halifax Public Gardens
The Halifax Public Gardens, established in 1867, are Victorian-era gardens located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, near Spring Garden Road and opposite Victoria Park. Covering 16 acres, they feature formal Victorian landscaping, statues, extensive flower beds, fountains, stone bridges, ponds, and a bandstand for summer concerts. Designated a National Historic Site...
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 3
Halifax Central Library
The Halifax Central Library is the flagship branch of Halifax Public Libraries. Opened on December 13, 2014, the five-story building spans 11,000 square meters and features a distinctive architectural design resembling stacked glass boxes. Designed by Schmidt Hammer Lassen and Fowler Bauld & Mitchell, the library offers extensive collections, a...
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 4
Argyle Street
St. Paul's Anglican Church, founded in 1749, is Halifax's oldest building and Canada's oldest Anglican place of worship. Consecrated in 1750, its design mirrors St. Peter's Church in London, crafted by James Gibbs. Notably, it became the first Anglican cathedral outside Great Britain in 1787. During the 1917 Halifax Explosion,...
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 5
Halifax City Hall
Halifax City Hall, completed in 1890, is a prominent Late-Victorian Eclectic building located in the heart of downtown Halifax. Designed by architect Edward Elliot, it stands as one of the oldest and largest public buildings in the province. Situated at the north end of Grand Parade, a historic military parade...
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 6
Province House
Province House has been the meeting place of the Nova Scotia House of Assembly since 1819, making it Canada's oldest legislative building. This three-story structure is celebrated as one of North America's finest examples of Palladian architecture. Notably, it was the site of journalist Joseph Howe's 1835 trial for seditious...
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 7
St. Mary's Cathedral Basilica
St. Mary's Basilica is a prominent Gothic Revival Catholic cathedral and the seat of the Archdiocese of Halifax–Yarmouth. Constructed from 1820 and consecrated on October 19, 1899, it features the tallest granite spire in North America, standing at 189 feet. The façade and spire are built entirely of locally sourced...
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 8
Old Burying Ground
The Old Burying Ground, established in 1749, served as the city's primary cemetery until 1844. Initially non-denominational, it became affiliated with St. Paul's Anglican Church in 1793. The cemetery houses approximately 1,200 gravestones, including the notable Welsford-Parker Monument, a triumphal arch commemorating British officers from the Crimean War. In 1991,...
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 9
Government House
Government House has served as the official residence of Nova Scotia's Lieutenant Governor since its completion in 1805. Designed by architect Isaac Hildreth in the Adamesque Georgian style, the building features timber framing and load-bearing masonry. Over the years, it has hosted numerous royal visitors, including Prince Edward (later King...
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 10
Alexander Keith's Brewery
Founded in 1820 by Scottish immigrant Alexander Keith, Alexander Keith's Brewery is one of North America's oldest operating breweries. It gained prominence for its India Pale Ale (IPA), which became Nova Scotia's most popular beer by the 1990s. The brewery's historic facility on Lower Water Street continues to produce beer...
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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