Historical Tours

Best 30 Historical Tours in Halifax , Nova Scotia


Featured Halifax Attractions
Halifax

Peggy’s Cove

Peggy’s Cove

★★★★☆4.6 (1,604)
Halifax

Halifax Citadel National Historic Site

5425 Sackville St.

★★★★☆4.5 (4,044)
Halifax

Halifax Cruise Port

1215 Marginal Road

★★★★☆4.7 (2,971)

Featured Halifax Tours
Halifax Premium Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery Save 5% Free Cancellation
Halifax

Halifax Premium Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery

Your adventure begins with pick up directly from your hotel in downtown Halifax before heading out toward Peggy’s Cove. Along the way, your guide will share fun facts and tips about the area. Once you arrive at Peggy’s …

🕐 4 hours ★★★★☆4.3 (376)
Half Day Small Group Tour in Peggy's Cove and Titanic Cemetery Free Cancellation
Halifax

Half Day Small Group Tour in Peggy's Cove and Titanic Cemetery

Peggy's Cove and the Fairview Lawn Cemetery are some of the most popular locations in Halifax. This half-day tour is perfect for those who are looking for interesting locations to visit but don't have the time for a full…

🕐 4 hours and a half ★★★★☆4.8 (245)
Peggy's Cove and Lunenburg Tour (small group) Free Cancellation
Halifax

Peggy's Cove and Lunenburg Tour (small group)

In this tour you will get to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lunenburg and the world's most popular lighthouse located in Peggy's Cove, Nova Scotia. Lunenburg is considered the finest known example of a British …

★★★★☆4.8 (207)
Halifax Peggy’s Cove Express Save 5% Free Cancellation
Halifax

Halifax Peggy’s Cove Express

Explore the beautiful Peggy’s Cove, with our fun and friendly local guides who will take you from your downtown Halifax hotel to the iconic Peggy’s Cove. Enjoy the most photographed lighthouse in Canada and its beautif…

🕐 3 hours ★★★★☆4.1 (807)
Halifax Hop On Hop Off Bus Free Cancellation
Halifax

Halifax Hop On Hop Off Bus

Explore Halifax your way on colourful vintage London double-decker buses with a convenient Hop-On Hop-Off pass. Enjoy a 60-minute loop with 7 stops at top sights like the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, Halifax Citadel,…

★★★☆☆3.3 (204)
Day Trip to Lunenburg, Mahone Bay and Peggy's Cove from Halifax Free Cancellation
Halifax

Day Trip to Lunenburg, Mahone Bay and Peggy's Cove from Halifax

Embark on a memorable journey through some of Nova Scotia's most iconic coastal landmarks with a private transfer service. Explore Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, and Mahone Bay in just one day, with a total duration of 6 hours…

🕐 6 hours ★★★★☆4.9 (23)
Best of Halifax 3 Hr Ebike Tour with Tour Guide Free Cancellation
Halifax

Best of Halifax 3 Hr Ebike Tour with Tour Guide

What makes this tour unique: • Expert local storytelling — knowledgeable guides share Halifax’s history, heritage, culture, and hidden gems, including perspectives on the Mi’kmaq, African Nova Scotian, Acadian, and Bri…

🕐 3 hours ★★★★☆4.9 (180)
Peggy Cove Tour with Small Group Free Cancellation
Halifax

Peggy Cove Tour with Small Group

40 min drive away from Halifax to Peggy’s Cove is a picturesque fishing village with plenty to see and do. While driving up to Peggy’s Cove, Over 160 historic lighthouses are located across the province of Nova Scotia, n…

🕐 4 hours
Private Peggy’s Cove and Halifax Highlights Guided Tour Free Cancellation
Halifax

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 photo…

🕐 4 hours ★★★★★5.0 (1)
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore Free Cancellation
Halifax

Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore

The South Shore of Nova Scotia is known for its picturesque coastal scenery, the world-famous Old Town Lunenburg, known for it's, unique architecture, and colorful waterfront also a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to…

🕐 6 hours ★★★★☆4.9 (122)
Halifax: Peggy's Cove tour Free Cancellation
Halifax

Halifax: Peggy's Cove tour

Enroute to this seaside village pass, you travel along the winding coastal highway of the Lighthouse Route to the tiny fishing village of Peggy’s Cove, it is little wonder it has been an inspiration for artists and an ir…

🕐 4 hours ★★★★☆4.4 (275)
Private Peggy’s Cove, Mahone Bay & Lunenburg Tour From Halifax Free Cancellation
Halifax

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 …

🕐 6 hours
Half-Day Historical Tour of Halifax Free Cancellation
Halifax

Half-Day Historical Tour of Halifax

This Tour is about Halifax's Remarkable History including all the Titanic and Halifax Explosion Sites and the Stories and Miracles of these Two Historic Tragedies. See ALL that Historic Halifax, Dartmouth and Fisherman's…

🕐 6 hours ★★★★☆4.9 (231)
Historic Halifax by Foot Free Cancellation
Halifax

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 downtow…

🕐 2 hours and a half ★★★★☆4.7 (194)
Halifax Small Group Tour with Citadel & Maritime Museum Free Cancellation
Halifax

Halifax Small Group Tour with Citadel & Maritime Museum

You will begin your walk with a local guide through Halifax Public Gardens is one of the finest surviving examples of a Victorian garden in North America. From there you will also get a chance to see the historic Camp …

🕐 4 hours ★★★★☆4.1 (14)
Peggys Cove Tour in Private Vehicle Free Cancellation
Halifax

Peggys Cove Tour in Private Vehicle

40 min drive away from Halifax to Peggy’s Cove is a picturesque fishing village with plenty to see and do. While driving up to Peggy’s Cove, Over 160 historic lighthouses are located across the province of Nova Scotia, n…

🕐 3 hours ★★★★☆4.5 (38)
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Annapolis Valley Free Cancellation
Halifax

Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Annapolis Valley

This Tour is NOT just a Wine Tour but also History and Nature Tour. One hour from Halifax is Wolfville & Grand Pre National Historic Site the first stop on Tour. Explore the natural beauty of the Annapolis Valley & Nova …

🕐 6 hours ★★★★★5.0 (35)
Round Trip Ferry Tour to Georges Island Free Cancellation
Halifax

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’k…

★★★★☆4.9 (39)
Historic Halifax and Titanic Tours Free Cancellation
Halifax

Historic Halifax and Titanic Tours

Step back in time and explore Halifax’s rich history, from its founding days to its pivotal role in maritime history. This immersive tour takes you through the heart of the city, where you'll discover the stories behind …

🕐 3 hours ★★★★★5.0 (3)
Halifax Boardwalk & Seaport: a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour Free Cancellation
Halifax

Halifax Boardwalk & Seaport: a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour

Listen to a tour guide through your smartphone as you explore the Halifax Boardwalk & Seaport! On this 2.5 km tour, you'll explore many tourist attractions, historical buildings, artwork & statues that make up this must…

★★★☆☆3.9 (20)
Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 Admission & Tour Free Cancellation
Halifax

Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 Admission & Tour

The Canada Strong Pass is back June 19th to September 7th, 2026: 24 years and younger, enjoy free or discounted admission. More than a national museum and national historic site. Our interactive exhibitions have activit…

★★★★☆4.6 (12)
Halifax Churches, Gardens & Graveyards: a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour Free Cancellation
Halifax

Halifax Churches, Gardens & Graveyards: a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour

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 …

★★★★☆4.5 (25)
Group 5 Hours Peggys Cove, Mahone Bay, Lunenburg Tour Free Cancellation
Halifax

Group 5 Hours Peggys Cove, Mahone Bay, Lunenburg Tour

Private Pickup & Drop-off Service in Halifax Enjoy seamless travel with our private transportation service, offering pickup and drop-off from any hotel, motel, Airbnb, cruise terminal, or custom location within Halifax. …

🕐 5 hours ★★★★☆4.7 (7)
Halifax Waterfront Walking Tour Free Cancellation
Halifax

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 …

🕐 1 hour and a half
Private Guided Tour of Halifax with Visit to Peggy’s Cove Free Cancellation
Halifax

Private Guided Tour of Halifax with Visit to Peggy’s Cove

Experience the Best of Halifax on this exclusive & private 4-hour small-group tour where you will discover the beauty and history of the coastal city of Halifax and nearby Peggy’s Cove on this small-group tour. You’ll ha…

🕐 4 hours ★★★★☆4.0 (17)
Peggy's Cove, Mohane Bay and Lunenburg 5hrs private tour. Free Cancellation
Halifax

Peggy's Cove, Mohane Bay and Lunenburg 5hrs private tour.

This is your private & personal Car tour narrated by a driver. Will provide each and tour details on your mobile by pdf itinerary & all historical events. You will be picked up & drop to your suggested location & time wi…

🕐 5 hours ★★★☆☆3.8 (12)
Lunenburg Tour Free Cancellation
Halifax

Lunenburg Tour

Small vehicle private tour of Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. Limited to six guests. Driver is born and raised in Nova Scotia.…

🕐 6 hours and a half ★★★★☆4.7 (12)
Peggy's Cove and Lunenburg- 6 hour Tour Free Cancellation
Halifax

Peggy's Cove and Lunenburg- 6 hour Tour

Explore the stunning South Shore of Nova Scotia on a 6-hour private guided tour that highlights two of the region’s most iconic spots: Peggy’s Cove and Lunenburg. Begin with a scenic drive to the famous Peggy’s Cove Ligh…

🕐 6 hours ★★★★★5.0 (2)
Private Heritage Walking Tour in Halifax Old Town Free Cancellation
Halifax

Private Heritage Walking Tour in Halifax Old Town

This private heritage walking tour reveals Halifax through maritime history and cultural legacy. You will explore the historic Old Town shaped by colonial influence and Atlantic heritage. Architectural landmarks reflect …

🕐 2 hours ★★★★★5.0 (2)
Halifax self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt Free Cancellation
Halifax

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! You will have to solve challenges at every sto…

★★★★★5.0 (1)
A Spectacular Scavenger Hunt: Halifax’s Hopping Harbour Private Tour
Halifax

A Spectacular Scavenger Hunt: Halifax’s Hopping Harbour

Let’s Roam is the #1 app-led adventure hunt company. Explore the best landmarks and hidden gems, answering trivia questions and tackling challenges along the way. Team up with your friends or go head-to-head as you uncov…

🕐 2 hours ★★★☆☆3.0 (2)
Halifax Shore Excursion: Peggy's Cove Half Day Tour Free Cancellation
Halifax

Halifax Shore Excursion: Peggy's Cove Half Day Tour

This amazing shore excursion offers stunning scenery, good gift shops and the famous Peggy Cove lighthouse. You will see one of Halifax'sour favourite attractions in Nova Scotia. This is a great half day tour making your…

🕐 4 hours ★★★☆☆3.2 (14)
Halifax Like a Local Darkside Walking Tour Free Cancellation
Halifax

Halifax Like a Local Darkside Walking Tour

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 tha…

★★★★★5.0 (3)
Offbeat Halifax Private Walking Tour 90 minutes Free Cancellation
Halifax

Offbeat Halifax Private Walking Tour 90 minutes

This isn’t your standard “read the plaques” tour—it’s Halifax as told by a seventh-generation local with deep roots and a knack for storytelling. Every walk is private and tailored to your group, blending offbeat history…

🕐 1 hour and a half
1 Hour Blue Rocks Excursions from Lunenburg Free Cancellation
Halifax

1 Hour Blue Rocks Excursions from Lunenburg

Wonderful opportunity to spend time at a beautiful place with an informed and knowledgeable local 5-star tour guide. Don’t miss visiting Lunenburg’s other picture-perfect must-see destination, the village of Blue Rocks! …

🕐 1 hour ★★★★☆4.8 (21)
Halifax Explosion Smartphone Audio Walking Tour Free Cancellation
Halifax

Halifax Explosion Smartphone Audio Walking Tour

Join tour guide Jeff on your smartphone as you discover one of the greatest tragedies in Canadian history. You'll not only see historical sites & landmarks, but hear stories of survival & perseverance during the 1917 Hal…

★★★★☆4.0 (3)
Explore Nova Scotia with Bundled Self Guided Audio Tours Free Cancellation
Halifax

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 v…

Halifax Roots and Remembrance Smartphone Guided Walking Tour Free Cancellation
Halifax

Halifax Roots and Remembrance Smartphone Guided Walking Tour

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, …

★★★★★5.0 (2)
Halifax Walking City Tour Free Cancellation
Halifax

Halifax Walking City Tour

Begin your journey at the star-shaped fortress that has stood watch over the city since the 18th century. Explore ramparts, tunnels, and historic barracks with costumed interpreters bringing history to life. Meet the 78t…

🕐 2 hours and a half
Seascape Excursions of Nova Scotia Free Cancellation
Halifax

Seascape Excursions of Nova Scotia

I have been doing tours for 25 years. I am a native born here in Nova Scotia. My understanding of the colorful history of this part of the world is part of the narration. My abundant reviews from past tours praised my ab…

Private Halifax Shore Excursion with Peggys Cove and Lunenburg Free Cancellation
Halifax

Private Halifax Shore Excursion with Peggys Cove and Lunenburg

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 a…

🕐 6 hours and a half
Private Romantic Walking Tour in Halifax Historic Waterfront Free Cancellation
Halifax

Private Romantic Walking Tour in Halifax Historic Waterfront

Skip the crowds this is a private tour for your group only! Explore Halifax with your significant other! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in Halifax such as the historic…

🕐 2 hours
Private Halifax City Tour & Titanic Site at Fairview Lawn Free Cancellation
Halifax

Private Halifax City Tour & Titanic Site at Fairview Lawn

Discover the charm of Nova Scotia’s capital on a guided Halifax City Tour. Stroll along the bustling waterfront, admire historic landmarks like the Citadel and Province House, and enjoy sweeping harbor views. With a mix …

🕐 4 hours
Discover Nova Scotia and African Heritage Sites Free Cancellation
Halifax

Discover Nova Scotia and African Heritage Sites

Discover the rich tapestry of African Nova Scotian history through a unique tour of 52 historic communities. This journey highlights the contributions of various groups that shaped the province's vibrant culture over 400…

🕐 2 hours
Halifax Self Guided Audio Tour Private Tour
Halifax

Halifax Self Guided Audio Tour

Explore Halifax's rich maritime history and stunning architecture at your own pace with this self-guided audio tour. Navigate through 12 key attractions, from the historic Seaport Farmer's Market to the tranquil Point Pl…

Private Mahone Bay Lunenburg and Titanic Cemetery Guided Tour Free Cancellation
Halifax

Private Mahone Bay Lunenburg and Titanic Cemetery Guided Tour

Experience the beauty and history of Nova Scotia’s South Shore on a relaxed private tour designed for travelers who want more than a quick sightseeing trip. Explore the charming coastal towns of Mahone Bay and Lunenburg…

🕐 5 hours
Private Halifax City Highlights, Titanic and Peggy’s Cove Tour Free Cancellation
Halifax

Private Halifax City Highlights, Titanic and Peggy’s Cove Tour

With your guide leading the way, this tour combines Halifax’s rich history, immigrant heritage, and breathtaking coastal scenery — all in one memorable day. Explore the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site with your pr…

🕐 6 hours
Peggy's Cove Free Cancellation
Halifax

Peggy's Cove

Join the Peggy's Cove Tour and explore this iconic landmark, wander through quaint seaside community, capture postcard-perfect photos and feel the true spirit of Atlantic Canada.…

🕐 4 hours