Halifax Waterfront Tour with Pier 21 and Titanic Cemetery
Halifax
About
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 the 1917 Explosion. Enjoy scenic harbor views, explore vibrant waterfront districts, and discover hidden gems along the way. You’ll also stop at Peace by Chocolate for a delicious tasting and hear an inspiring refugee success story. This tour blends history, local flavor, and unforgettable views into...
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional local guide
Chocolate tasting
Small-group walking tour
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
1251 Marginal Rd
Meet your guide in-front of the Samuel Cunard Statue.
Return
1869 Upper Water St
End your tour at Privateers Wharf.
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Halifax Waterfront Tour with Pier 21 and Titanic Cemetery
Halifax
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About
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 the 1917 Explosion. Enjoy scenic harbor views, explore vibrant waterfront districts, and discover hidden gems along the way. You’ll also stop at Peace by Chocolate for a delicious tasting and hear an inspiring refugee success story. This tour blends history, local flavor, and unforgettable views into...
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional local guide
Chocolate tasting
Small-group walking tour
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
1251 Marginal Rd
Meet your guide in-front of the Samuel Cunard Statue.
Return
1869 Upper Water St
End your tour at Privateers Wharf.
Itinerary
1
Samuel Cunard Statue
Meet your guide at the iconic statue of Samuel Cunard, founder of the Cunard Line. Get a brief introduction to Halifax’s rich maritime history and what to expect on your journey.
10 minutes
2
The Emigrant Statue
Visit Pier 21, known as Canada’s “Ellis Island.” Hear powerful stories of the over one million immigrants who arrived here seeking a new life, and learn about Halifax’s role as a gateway to Canada.
10 minutes
3
The Piazza at Bishop's Landing
Stroll through this lively waterfront area filled with shops and cafés. Discover local legends, including the quirky “drunken lamp post,” and get a feel for modern Halifax life along the harbour.
10 minutes
4
C.S.S. Acadia
Stand beside the historic CSS Acadia and uncover Halifax’s connection to the Titanic tragedy. Learn how the city played a crucial role in the recovery efforts and hear stories from the aftermath, as well as the devastating 1917 Halifax Explosion.
10 minutes
5
Queen’s Marque
Explore this beautifully designed waterfront district where modern architecture meets cultural storytelling. Learn about the influence of Mi’kmaq heritage reflected in the design and Halifax’s ongoing evolution.
10 minutes
6
Peace by Chocolate
Visit Peace by Chocolate for a delicious tasting experience. Hear the inspiring story of a Syrian refugee family who rebuilt their chocolate business in Nova Scotia and turned it into an international success.
20 minutes
7
Historic Properties
Step back in time as you explore one of Halifax’s oldest waterfront areas. Wander through 18th-century stone warehouses that once stored goods—and rumoured pirate treasure—while learning about the city’s seafaring and trading past.