Halifax Small Group Walking Tour with Citadel + Maritime Museum
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• Take a walk through the beautiful Public Gardens
• Visit the national Citadel National Historic Site
• A chance to see the historic Camp Hill Cemetery, The Halifax Common
• You will come upon the Halifax Clock Tower, City Hall and St. Paul’s Anglican Church
• Pass the Art Gallery of Halifax on the way to the Halifax Waterfront
• Walk along the waterfront and go inside the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
Itinerary
Your tour begins with your friendly local guide meeting you outside of Uncommon Grounds Café in the Halifax Public Gardens. From there, you will begin your walk through the gardens.
Halifax Public Gardens is one of the finest surviving examples of a Victorian garden in North America. They were founded by the Nova Scotia Horticultural Society in 1836 and were recognized as a National Historic Site in 1984. You will love the peaceful stroll through the grounds, passing by stunning floral foliage.
From there you will also get a chance to see the historic Camp Hill Cemetery, The Halifax Common - Canada's oldest urban park -, as well as the Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre.
As you continue along, you will pass the Citadel National Historic Site. The large hill of the site led the British military to found the town there in 1749. Among the first buildings constructed was a wooden guardhouse on top of what would eventually be called Citadel Hill, with Halifax's first settlers building their homes at the base of the hill. Today, the Citadel continues to watch over the city's downtown core as a reminder of Halifax's past. This historical location will definitely peak your interest.
After walking past this site, you will come upon the Halifax Clock Tower before heading to City Hall and St. Paul's Anglican Church. You will continue along to the beautiful waterfront, passing the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia on the way. You will love the Halifax Waterfront - a bustling hotspot in the city with one of the world's longest urban boardwalks spanning the length of the waterfront for 4km (2.5 miles). As you walk along the boardwalk you'll get the chance to see the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, the Discovery Centre, and dozens of amazing restaurants and stores.
As you reach The Canadian Immigration Museum at Pier 21, your tour will come to a close. Feel free to explore the incredible museum on your own, or continue to wander along the boardwalk, stopping by any restaurants or shops that catch your eye. You won't want to miss this incredible Halifax experience!
* We recommend dressing for the weather and comfortable footwear.
* You may also wish to bring water.
What’s Included
- Small Group (max 10 people)
- Guided, outdoor walking tour of Halifax
- Take a walk through the beautiful Public Gardens
- Visit the national Citadel National Historic Site
- Photo stop opportunities at multiple points of interest including: Public Gardens, Citadel Historic Site, Halifax Waterfront and Pier 21 immigration Museum
- Walk along the waterfront and go inside the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
Special Notes
- Cancellation Policy:
- 4 days and more prior tot departure date: full refund.
- 3 days or less prior to departure date: no refund. - Tour operates rain or shine.
- Pick up times will be confirmed 1-3 days before your tour. If you do not have access to email or your phone, please wait in the lobby 30 minutes prior to departure.
- Dress in comfortable and weather appropriate clothes.
- Bring a camera and money to spend!
- Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption.
The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.
Yellow Fever Vaccination Requirement: If you have traveled to or transited through yellow fever-endemic regions including East African countries (excluding Tanzania) or South American countries, either before or after your trip, you may be required to present a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate. This requirement can apply not only for joining tours but also for certain flights or entry into specific countries. For more details, please refer to the official site: : Yellow Fever Risk Areas - Fit for Travel
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