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Tours and activities in Halifax

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Historic Halifax by Foot

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.

4.7(284)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 284 reviews2 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £26.62 per person

Halifax Walking Food Tour

Let’s experience the best food in Halifax together! Join us before lunch—you’ll be full by the end of the tour. Along the way, your guide will share stories about the city while you enjoy a variety of local specialties. If you're staying longer in Halifax, we also offer a private Peggy’s Cove tour for a scenic coastal experience.

4.8(90)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 90 reviews2 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £105.92 per person

Round Trip Ferry Tour to Georges Island

Georges Island has rich history. It was part of the "Halifax Defence Complex" from the mid-18th century to the Second World War. Interpretive panels and guides share a fascinating history from ancient times when the Mi’kmaq arrived in Kjipuktuk, the ‘Great Harbour’, to the arrival of the British in 1749, to the imprisonment of Acadians during the Deportation of 1755-63, and to the protection of t…

4.9(61)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 61 reviews5 hFree cancellation

From £12.57 per person

Halifax Harbourfront Small Group Food Tour

Eat your way through the beautiful Halifax Harbourfront on our Halifax Harbourfront Food Walking Tour! Your tour will begin with your friendly local guide meeting you outside of the Marriott Harbourfront Hotel. You will begin your food journey with some deliciously fresh oysters. On your way to your next destination you will pass by Waterfront landmarks such as the Halifax ferry terminal as well…

4.4(80)Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 80 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £48.34 per person

Halifax Churches, Gardens & Graveyards Self-Guided Audio Tour

Explore Halifax's churches, gardens, memorials and historic graveyards on a self-guided walk of about 5–5.5 km and 90–150 minutes. Follow 23 mapped stops covering Tripvia's named stories, from Holy Cross Cemetery and the Public Gardens to Citadel Hill, the Old Town Clock and the Old Burying Ground. GPS-triggered audio plays as you reach each point, and a live route map shows your position. Downlo…

4.4(32)Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 32 reviews2 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £6.51 per person

Halifax Seaport & Boardwalk Self-Guided Smartphone Audio Tour

Make Halifax’s lively waterfront your own self-guided story route. Stroll the Seaport and Boardwalk on a 2.5 km GPS-guided audio tour that plays automatically through your smartphone. Hear immigration and seafaring stories as you pass Pier 21, the Halifax Seaport Farmers’ Market, Georges Island, HMCS Sackville, the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, CSS Acadia and the historic waterfront. Download…

4.0(24)Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 24 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £6.51 per person

Explore Halifax with 3 Unique Smartphone Audio Walking Tours

Listen to a tour guide through your smartphone as you explore 3 exciting walking tours in Halifax! Over 75 points of interest! Don't just see Halifax, hear what it has to say! -Halifax Boardwalk & Seaport -Halifax Churches, Gardens & Graveyards -Discover the Halifax Explosion of 1917 You do not have to complete all the tours in one day. The tours are yours to use any date or time you like. The to…

4.3(18)Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 18 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £13.57 per person

Private Peggy’s Cove and Halifax Highlights Guided Tour

Discover the best of Nova Scotia on this relaxed, fully private tour from Halifax. Travel the scenic coast to the iconic Peggy's Cove Lighthouse, where you’ll enjoy free time to explore the fishing village, capture photos, and take in the Atlantic views at your own pace. Back in the city, visit Fairview Lawn Cemetery, final resting place of Titanic victims, and hear Halifax’s moving connection to…

4.5(15)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 15 reviews4 hFree cancellation

From £135.80 per person

Private Peggys Cove, Mahone Bay & Lunenburg 6.5 Hour Tour

Discover the beauty of Nova Scotia’s South Shore on this private coastal tour from Halifax, created exclusively for your group. Travel comfortably while exploring some of the province’s most iconic seaside destinations at a relaxed pace. Visit the famous Peggy's Cove Lighthouse, known for its rugged coastline, crashing Atlantic waves, and picturesque lighthouse. Continue to the charming town of M…

5.0(11)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 11 reviews6 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £190.11 per person

Halifax Ghost Tour Haunted Downtown and Harbour by Night

Explore the eerie side of Halifax on a captivating 90-minute walking tour that unveils the city’s ghostly legends and haunting history. As dusk descends, an expert local storyteller guides you through the streets, sharing chilling tales from the Titanic's morgue to a mysterious face in a church window. Visit historic sites like a 270-year-old cemetery and hear of the spirits said to linger in the…

4.4(12)Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 12 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £26.62 per person

Halifax Ghost Tour – Haunted Downtown Stories

IMPORTANT - I offer ghost tours centered around engaging stories rather than theatrical performances, with no costumes involved. As night falls, Halifax transforms into a city full of mystery. Walk through its historic streets, where old buildings and quiet graveyards hold stories that have been passed down for generations. On this unforgettable ghost tour, you'll hear chilling tales of haunted p…

4.1(13)Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 13 reviews1 hFree cancellation

From £35.31 per person

Private Peggy’s Cove, Mahone Bay & Lunenburg Tour From Halifax

Experience the best of Nova Scotia’s South Shore on a private, fully customizable coastal adventure. This 6-hour tour takes you from Halifax to the iconic lighthouse at Peggy’s Cove, through the charming seaside town of Mahone Bay, and into the colorful, historic streets of Lunenburg. Along the way, enjoy scenic ocean views, fascinating local stories, and plenty of opportunities to stop for photo…

4.9(8)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 8 reviews6 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £179.25 per person

Halifax after Dark: Titanic and Halifax Explosion

Step into Halifax after dark on this intimate small-group walking tour along the historic waterfront. As the harbor comes alive at night, uncover the chilling stories, tragic events, and hidden history that shaped one of Canada's oldest cities. Begin at the Samuel Cunard Statue before following the waterfront to the docks where the Titanic recovery ships once arrived. Hear the disaster and Halifa…

3.9(11)Rated 3.9 out of 5 from 11 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £26.62 per person

Halifax Waterfront Tour with Ferry Ride

Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of Halifax on this immersive harborfront walking tour. Led by a local guide, you’ll explore iconic landmarks, hear powerful stories of immigration, and learn about the city’s connection to the Titanic and the Halifax Explosion. Stroll along the scenic waterfront, visit historic sites, and enjoy a delicious chocolate tasting at Peace by Chocolate. Your…

4.4(7)Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 7 reviews2 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £37.48 per person

Canadian Museum of Immigration Pier 21 Private Guided Experience

*In order to deliver the best personalized experience, a member will be reaching out to you from the Museum team to gather information tailored to your interests. What's Included: • A personalized experience — before your visit, we'll reach out to learn what brings you to our Museum, whether that's tracing a family connection or exploring a particular chapter of immigration history • Private guid…

4.8(5)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 5 reviews2 h

From £81.48 per person

Private Peggys Cove Express Tour from Halifax

Experience a fast, scenic private escape from Halifax to Nova Scotia’s most iconic coastal destination on this express tour designed for travelers short on time but big on experience. Travel along the coast to the world-famous Peggy's Cove, where you’ll explore the rugged granite shoreline, iconic lighthouse, and charming fishing village. Enjoy sweeping Atlantic Ocean views, photo opportunities,…

5.0(4)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £108.63 per person

Halifax Explosion Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour

Walk through the Halifax neighbourhoods shaped by the devastating 1917 explosion on a flexible GPS-guided audio tour. Stories play automatically as you follow the 5 km route through memorials, historic streets and the rebuilt Hydrostone district. See the HALIFAX EXPLOSION MEMORIAL BELL TOWER, FORT NEEDHAM MEMORIAL PARK, RICHMOND STAIRCASE and HYDROSTONE MARKET while hearing remarkable accounts of…

3.8(5)Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 5 reviews2 h 20 minFree cancellation

From £6.51 per person

Halifax self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt

Looking for things to do in Halifax, Nova Scotia? Our Tourist Scavenger Hunt will take you from the public gardens to Halifax Harbor and its museums, by way of the Citadel! Buy either a single or a group ticket. You will have to solve challenges at every stop along the way to discover your next destination. At each step, you will learn a little history as well as interesting facts about what surr…

4.0(3)Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £7.74 per person

Halifax Waterfront Walking Tour

The Halifax Waterfront Walking Tour explores how the city’s iconic waterfront has evolved from a historic working harbour into the vibrant heart of Downtown Halifax, Nova Scotia. This guided walking tour blends past and present, revealing the stories that shaped the city and continue to define it today. Along the route, you’ll see a blend of old and new architecture, notable monuments and public…

3.7(3)Rated 3.7 out of 5 from 3 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £21.72 per person

Halifax Waterfront Tour with Pier 21 and Titanic Cemetery

Discover the best of Halifax on this engaging waterfront walking tour. Perfect for first-time visitors, this small-group experience brings the city’s history, culture, and stories to life. Visit Pier 21, Canada’s gateway for over one million immigrants, and hear powerful accounts of those who arrived here. Stand near the historic CSS Acadia and learn about Halifax’s connection to the Titanic and…

3.7(3)Rated 3.7 out of 5 from 3 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £32.05 per person

Private Peggy’s Cove, Citadel & Halifax Highlights Tour

Discover the best of Halifax and Nova Scotia’s breathtaking coastline on this private sightseeing experience designed for comfort, flexibility, and unforgettable views. Perfect for cruise passengers, couples, families, and small groups, this tour combines scenic beauty, fascinating history, and authentic local culture into one memorable journey. Visit the world-famous Peggy's Cove, where you’ll e…

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews5 hFree cancellation

From £157.52 per person

Halifax Downtown Food Tour with 6 Tastings and Donair Poutine

Halifax invented the donair, and in 2015 it became the only municipal food in Canada. This walking tour takes you from Grand Parade, laid out in 1749 between City Hall and St Paul's, downhill through the streets Haligonians actually eat in. Start with saltwater taffy from a Barrington Street candy shop, then a donair poutine at a downtown institution known as much for its warren of rooms as its c…

3.0(1)Rated 3.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £64.09 per person

Halifax Murder Mystery Self Guided City Detective Game

This murder mystery experience is a true whodunit with suspects, alibis and a twist ending. Every clue hides in something real: a plaque, a statue, a facade in downtown Halifax. You will collect the evidence, piece together the case and accuse a suspect at the finale. We offer 24/7 customer support and built-in hints to guarantee that you never stay stuck. Also, the app will provide real historic…

New1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £7.06 per person

Explore Nova Scotia with Bundled Self Guided Audio Tours

Discover Nova Scotia with 5 immersive, self-guided audio tours—4 walking and 1 epic scenic drive! Hear 125+ GPS-triggered stories on your smartphone: no schedules, no crowds, no pressure! WALKING: Halifax: Explore the vibrant Boardwalk & Seaport, Churches, Gardens, Graveyards, and the powerful story of the 1917 Halifax Explosion. Discover rich maritime heritage and a dynamic downtown at your own…

New12 hFree cancellation

From £22.81 per person