Top 10 Walking Tours in Halifax

Destination: Halifax.
Delve into Halifax's hidden history on this engaging walking tour, where tales of bootleggers and privateers come to life. Led by Jimmy Dalling, a local storyteller with deep roots in Nova Scotia, uncover the secrets that shaped the city beyond the tourist spots. Over 1.5 to 2.5 hours, explore off-the-beaten-path locations and hear stories of contraband shipwrecks and harbor smuggling. This intimate tour is designed for small groups, ensuring a personal experience filled with the messy, fascinating history of Halifax. - Private tour ensures a personal touch and time to ask questions - Discover Halifax's hidden history with a local expert guide - 1.5 to 2.5-hour intimate walking tours and ferry rides - Hear tales of bootleggers, privateers, and old scandals - Discover the best Halifax has to offer efficiently with an expert
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Destination: Halifax.
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 our guides are residents of Halifax and will share insights and perspectives on Halifax's culture and history as only a local individual can. Halifax is built on a very large hill. To minimize the physical impact on our guests, we start at the highest point of the town, at the entrance of the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site. The view of the city from here is amazing!
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Duration: Around 2 hours.

Destination: Halifax.
Skip the crowds this is a private tour for your group only! Together with a professional private guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. You will have a chance to explore the city while hearing fascinating facts and legends. Want to get the best of your Canadian experience? You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, and corners of Halifax. What is so special about Peggy's Cove, Pier 21 National Historic Site, and Halifax Harbourfront and taking the perfect picture with the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic? Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. Perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time and want to get the most out of it!
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Duration: Around 2 hours.

Destination: Halifax.
Our tour will take you from the peaceful Halifax Public Gardens, through the heart of historic downtown, and finishing at the Lebanese Emigrant Statue by the bustling harbor. Along the way you'll see the historic sites, the statues, the buildings, the clock towers, the squares and you'll discover the story of Halifax. Go at your own pace. Stop and go as you please. The tour is location aware and plays as you walk. It's hands free, so keep your phone in your pocket and your head up. It never expires, go anytime.
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Destination: Halifax.
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! 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 surrounds you. The Port of Halifax Tourist Scavenger Hunt is a 4.7 km / 2.92 mi walking tour with challenges along the way. It should take you 3 hours to complete. A fun learning experience See the sights! Learn some local history Challenge your knowledge Fun for all ages, kids included Start whenever you are ready, from your smartphone – no fixed schedule Take as little, or as much time as you wish to complete your hunt Buy 1 scavenger hunt for your party of 1 to 6 people.
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Destination: Halifax.
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 the city during the World Wars. You will be able to join a guided tour of the underground tunnels at the island courtesy of Parks Canada. Travellers will be able to see part of the Halifax boardwalk which is one of the world's longest urban boardwalks spanning the length of the waterfront - 4 kilometres (2.5 miles).
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Destination: Halifax.
Lets experience the best food in Halifax together! Come before lunch as you will be full after the tour. Your guide will inform you about the history of the city while you are enjoying the Local food. Note : A minimum of 2 participants is required for the tour to depart.
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Duration: Around 2 hours and a half.

Destination: Halifax.
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.
Known For: Halifax Walking Tours, Halifax Historical Tours, Halifax Cultural Tours.
Duration: Around 2 hours and a half.

Destination: Halifax.
On this 5 km tour, as well as the churches, gardens and graveyards, you'll explore many tourist attractions, historical buildings, artwork and statues that make up this must-see section of the city. Highlights include Victoria Park, the Old Burying Ground, St. Mary's Basilica, the Halifax Citadel, the Old Town Clock and more! Don't just see Halifax, hear what it has to say! Live GPS map shows where you are and where to go next. As you get close, tour guide commentary will automatically play. The tour also comes with a fun location based trivia game. After the commentary plays, look at your device and tap your guess at the answer. Keep the professional tour guide experience, ditch the crowded tour groups, tight schedules and high prices. Enjoy anytime, not just on your booking date. Stop & start anywhere along route. The number of travelers you select is the number of devices you can download the tour to. Trust the platform with over 75 tours & 25,000+ happy customers.
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Destination: Halifax.
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 as the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic along the way. At your second food stop you will receive a creamy seafood chowder. After you have finished your soup, you will head to your next tasty stop for an incredible donair. This unique Halifax wrap is an absolute must-try during your visit. For your last stop, you will have an incredibly fresh and delectable lobster roll. Alongside the roll you will also receive a sweet dessert to round off your food adventure. Take in the waterfront while satisfying your cravings as your tasty tour comes to a close.
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Duration: Around 3 hours.