Top things to do in Halifax

Halifax Harbour Hopper Tour in Halifax

Halifax , Nova Scotia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (1117 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 62.31

 

Get a snapshot of Halifax’s classic sights in an unconventional way — on a 55 minute Harbour Hopper tour. You'll travel on both land and water aboard a renovated amphibious Vietnam War vehicle. Drive by St Paul’s Cathedral, Citadel Hill and the Victorian beauty of Halifax Public Gardens, and then splash into Halifax Harbour for great views of the waterfront. Your knowledgeable driver and marine pilot livens up the ride with engaging tales and naval history, and offers pointers on where to head next during your stay in the seaside city.

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Halifax Small Group Premium Tour with Peggy’s Cove in Halifax

Halifax , Nova Scotia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (645 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 55.63

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

Explore the beautiful Peggy’s Cove, with our fun and friendly local guides who will take you from your downtown Halifax Peninsula hotel to the iconic Peggy’s Cove. Enjoy the most photographed lighthouse in Canada and its beautiful surrounding area on our fully guided and narrated Peggy’s Cove Tour, including complimentary hotel pick up and drop off anywhere in Downtown Halifax. Your guide will greet you at your downtown Halifax Peninsula accommodations. You will then head towards the picturesque fishing village of Peggy’s Cove, located about an hour from Halifax. Once you arrive at Peggy’s Cove you will have the opportunity to take a picture with the most photographed lighthouse in Canada - the iconic Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse (also known as Peggy’s Point Lighthouse). At the end of your tour at Peggy’s Cove, your tour guide will drop you back off at your Downtown Halifax Peninsula hotel. Trip is 3.5 hours depending upon traffic and your pick up.

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Small Group Tour - Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, the Annapolis Valley in Halifax

Halifax , Nova Scotia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (369 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 177.53

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

The best part of this tour is the down-home hospitality Sam tries to deliver with every ride. There is no real set schedule, so we have a bit more flexibility in how we do things. Sam will help you from the time you first write to the time she hugs you goodbye at the last stop and beyond if you're traveling to anywhere else that she is familiar with. Get to know other travelers and share once in a lifetime experiences along the way.

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

Halifax , Nova Scotia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (315 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 88.03

Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

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 Cove, you’ll have the opportunity to take a picture with the most photographed lighthouse in Canada - the iconic Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse (also known as Peggy’s Point Lighthouse). After your visit to Peggy’s Cove, your guide will bring you back to Halifax to visit historic Citadel Hill. Following your visit to Citadel Hill, your guide will take you on a narrated driving tour of downtown Halifax where you will pass by some of the city’s most notable points of interest including: the Titanic cemetery (Fairview Lawn Cemetery), City Gardens, Pier 21, Halifax Farmers Market and Point Pleasant Park. At the end of your Halifax tour, your guide will drop you back off at your hotel.

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Peggy's Cove Day Trip from Halifax in Halifax

Halifax , Nova Scotia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (270 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 79.28

Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

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 irresistible lure for budding and seasoned adventurers for generation after generation. The colorful houses and fishing shacks perched atop the solid stone rocky outcrop that overlooks the restless waters of the Atlantic exhibit the wear and tear of the ocean and its punishing storms. Yet they endure, much like the small population of approximately 32 people who are year-round residents.”

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Tall Ship Silva Sailing Cruise Ft. a Live Musician  in Halifax

Halifax , Nova Scotia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (252 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 40.27

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

A cruise aboard The Tall Ship Silva is the perfect way to fully appreciate a beautiful day on the Halifax Harbour. Join us on our comfortable and thoroughly impressive vessel for this relaxing afternoon outing on the water. Your journey beings on the Halifax waterfront as you set off into the big harbour where you’ll have a unique perspective of some of Halifax’s most notable landmarks including Georges Island, the Halifax Waterfront, Historic Properties, and more. Passengers will be invited to help the crew hoist the Silva’s sails, enjoy a beverage or two from the onboard Murphy’s Pub, and then simply sit back, relax and enjoy a beautiful day out on the water.

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Half-Day Historical Tour of Halifax in Halifax

Halifax , Nova Scotia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (203 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 129.45

Duration: 6 hours (approx.)

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 Cove has to offer in a Clean, Safe and Comfortable Tour Vehicle a Ford Transit 350 XLT High Roof 15 Passenger Van with 4 Guests Minimum to 10 Guests Maximum. Vehicle is equipped with a microphone to the speaker system and a large tablet to view Guests Videos and Photos to augment your Tour experience so you have a Memorable, Unique Tour of Historic Halifax, Dartmouth and Fisherman's Cove.

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Hidden Gems Tour Lunenburg in Halifax

Halifax , Nova Scotia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (151 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 36.99

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Come along with me oh, the places you will see! Sightseeing/storytelling tours leaving downtown Lunenburg daily. Experience magnificent seascapes, treasured places and hidden gems, authentic working fishing villages and stops at local picture-perfect locations along the way. It is the natural beauty and ocean vistas that will be the destination points and the backdrops for our local tours. We visit the places you came here for. The magnificent ocean and seascapes. The treasured places and hidden gems. Authentic working fishing villages and local picture-perfect locations. We’ll even add in some local stories for good measure. We only take 8 at a time so seating is limited but we think it’s more fun that way. (but call some tours may open up.) Our adventure to beautiful Bluerocks is approximately 2 hours from start to finish and we’ll get you back to the Lunenburg waterfront before the crow flies. This tour is a must-do if you want to experience first hand what the locals already know.

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JFarwell Sunset Wine and Cheese Yacht Sailing  in Halifax

Halifax , Nova Scotia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (148 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 147.94

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Our 45' luxury sailing yacht is one of a kind on the Halifax waterfront. Our hands-on crew love to invite our guests to be involved in sailing - take the helm, hoist the sails, or sit back and enjoy the beautiful sights and wines Nova Scotia has to offer.

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JFarwell Adventure Yacht Sailing in the Halifax Harbour in Halifax

Halifax , Nova Scotia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (143 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 81.37

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

Halifax's only wind powered sailing experience! This 45' Oceanis Beneteau handles beautifully on the water, and offers a great introduction to sailing. Guests are encouraged to be as hands on with the sailing process as they would like as we set sails, tack, and let you take the helm.

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Halifax Segway City Spin in Halifax

Halifax , Nova Scotia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (124 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 89.51

 

See and learn about the beautiful and historic sites of Halifax during this guided 2.5-3 hour Segway tour. Your friendly guide will take you by some of Halifax's most popular landmarks, including the Halifax Waterfront, the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site, Argyle Street, and Grand Parade Square. Choose from the available departure times daily when you book.

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

Halifax , Nova Scotia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (110 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 129.45

Duration: 6 hours (approx.)

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 Bluenose II. Next up Mahone Bay for a photo of the Trinity Church's then coastline from Queensland onto Canada’s most beloved lighthouse at Peggy’s Cove perched upon granite worn smooth by the crashing waves of the Atlantic Ocean. Your Clean, Safe and Comfortable Tour Vehicle will be a Ford Transit 350 XLT High Roof 15 Passenger Van with 4 Guests Minimum to 10 Guests Maximum. The vehicle is equipped with a microphone to the speaker system and a large tablet to view Videos and Photos to augment your Tour experience so you have a Memorable, Unique Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore. There is so much more to explore on Nova Scotia’s South Shore, add these must-do adventures to your vacation plans!

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Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg and Titanic Cemetery Full Day Tour in Halifax

Halifax , Nova Scotia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (90 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 118.35

 

Enjoy a relaxed-paced full-day tour designed with your comfort in mind. Your guide will share helpful commentary before each stop, giving you the freedom to explore, take photos, or grab a bite at your own pace. Peggy’s Cove – Visit the iconic lighthouse, walk the rugged coast, and enjoy the charm of a classic fishing village. Lunenburg – Explore this colorful UNESCO World Heritage town, known for its shipbuilding history and fresh seafood. Fairview Lawn Cemetery – Learn about Halifax’s Titanic connection as you visit the resting place of many victims and learn about the Halifax Explosion, one of the largest non-nuclear explosions in history. Cruise Ship Guests: When booking, please include your ship’s name and arrival time so we can confirm if the tour timing can be adjusted to fit your schedule. Contact us first if your arrival is significantly later than our regular start time.

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Zodiac Coastal Tour with Naturalist Guide: Lunenburg in Halifax

Halifax , Nova Scotia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (88 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 75.08

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Set off on a military-grade, expedition Zodiac along the Atlantic coastline. Keep your eyes peeled for seals, osprey, eagles, herons, mink, and deer. Learn about the local ecosystem with your guide and snap photos of the flora and fauna along this picturesque stretch of the Atlantic Ocean. Discover a pristine stretch of coastline teeming with wildlife. Cruise safely and comfortably while your naturalist guide points out the local flora, fauna and geology. The tour starts and ends from the wharf at the Ransom's Lunenburg Retreat located just 10 minutes from the UNESCO World Heritage town of Lunenburg.

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Halifax waterfront SOLAR Party Bike food & drink experience! in Halifax

Halifax , Nova Scotia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (67 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 58.44

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

THE BEST VALUE EXPERIENCE IN HALIFAX - FROM JUST USD 18/HR! PLEASE ARRIVE 20 MINUTES PRIOR TO THE TOUR DEPARTURE TIME. Enjoy this guided historical sight-seeing tour along the Halifax waterfront aboard the world's only Solar-powered Pedal Bus! Our 14 passengers "bike" is powered by 2 electric motors with solar-charged batteries making this tour easy, fun, & unique - pedal or not. Fully covered and with rain guards on the side, this "bike" can travel in any kind of weather. WE STOP AT SAPORI ITALIAN STREET FOOD, THE SEAPORT SOCIAL & GARRISON'S BREWERY. (Based on availability. Substitutions may occur.) GREAT optional food & drink specials for our riders at each of our 3 stops during the tour!

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Best of Halifax Harbour Boat Tour in Halifax

Halifax , Nova Scotia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (66 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 43.64

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

This 45' luxury boat is the perfect venue to learn about the history of Halifax. You are alongside our Captain and Deckhand throughout the relaxed harbour tour as they share Halifax's history and present day facts!

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