Halifax Waterfront Tour with Ferry Ride
Overview
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 experience concludes with a relaxing ferry ride across the harbor to Dartmouth, offering unforgettable views of the Halifax skyline.
Perfect for travelers looking to combine history, culture, and local flavors in one engaging experience.
What's Included
- Take a relaxing ferry ride to Dartmouth (Included in Price)
- Ice Cream (Included in Price)
- Visit important landmarks and historic sites
- Explore Halifax’s scenic waterfront with a local guide
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
1055 Marginal Road
Halifax, NS B3H 4P7, Canada
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
5075 George Street
Halifax, NS B3J 1M4, Canada
Your tour finishes at the Halifax Ferry Terminal where you can further explore the scenic waterfront.
What To Expect
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Samuel Cunard Statue (pass by)
The Emigrant Statue (pass by)
Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Bishop's Landing
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
C.S.S. Acadia
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Queen’s Marque
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Historic Properties
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Halifax Harbour Ferry
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-6483P179
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AST).
- Take a relaxing ferry ride to Dartmouth (Included in Price).
- Ice Cream (Included in Price).
- Visit important landmarks and historic sites.
- Explore Halifax’s scenic waterfront with a local guide.
- Gratuities.
The minimum age to participate is 1. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Halifax Waterfront Tour with Ferry Ride is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Halifax Waterfront Tour with Ferry Ride will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Take a relaxing ferry ride to Dartmouth (Included in Price)
- Ice Cream (Included in Price)
- Visit important landmarks and historic sites
- Explore Halifax’s scenic waterfront with a local guide
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
