Halifax Scenic Tour with Express Pass Entrance

2.5 hours | Halifax | YHZ-130
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Points of Interest

  • Pier 21
  • Historic Properties
  • Province House
  • St. Paul's Cathedral
  • Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
  • Halifax Citadel National Historic Site
Moderate activity

Description

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

The double decker stops at your ship's pier. So use your all day pass and climb aboard to discover the history and beauty of city. Your tour guide will provide interesting facts and stories. You'll receive a map pointing you in the right direction, and you have as much time as you want during the day to see what you want.

Included with your Double Decker all day pass is admission to the spectacular Maritime Museum of the Atlantic and Citadel Fortress. Located in the heart of Halifax's historic waterfront, there's no better place to immerse yourself in Nova Scotia's rich maritime heritage than the Maritime Museum. Among its many historic exhibits you'll find the world's foremost collection of "Titanic" memorabilia.

Visit the Citadel in the center of town. This 19th-century fort is complete with a defensive ditch, earthen ramparts, a musketry gallery, powder magazines, garrison cells, guardroom, barracks, and schoolroom. The Army museum is inside of the Fortress and has an extensive collection of Nova Scotian militaria, including uniforms, decorations, edged weapons and firearms. You may want to stop at Historic Pier 21 and discover Canada's Immigration Museum. Experience this point of entry like the many people who passed through between 1928 and 1971 and learn the personal and national stories of struggle and triumph. (Admission to Pier 21 is not included)

Stop at the Historic Properties. This charmingly renovated 19th century district hearkens back to, when merchant ships, privateers and naval ships plied the Harbor waters. Stroll around and soak up some history while you shop. The Province House is also worthy of a visit. This is where the Nova Scotia House of Assembly has met every year since 1819. It's Canada's oldest seat of government. At your discretion (not part of the tour), visit the "Red Chamber," the parliament chamber and the library on your own.

See St. Paul's Cathedral which offers beauty as well as a quirky piece of local history. The 18th century cathedral was the first Anglican church in the country, however the "explosion window" and the metal piece embedded in the wall draw a lot of attention. Both are the result of the historic explosion that occurred when two ships collided in the harbor in 1917 destroying much of the city's center. You can also enjoy the beautiful Halifax Public Gardens, the oldest original Victorian gardens in the country.

If boutique shopping is more to your taste, hop off in the Hydrostone area in Halifax's North End where you can visit the artisan shops and enjoy architecture of the hydrostone homes built after the Halifax Explosion in 1917, and even go visit the Fort Needham Bell Tower where you can view what locals call the narrows of Halifax Harbour where the explosion took place.

Special Notes:

An "Express Pass" will be included for the Citadel and the Maritime Museum to bypass any lines. Double-deckers operate every 15-30 minutes all day. On occasion, BIG pink buses may be used in conjunction with pink double deckers.
Tour duration varies from 2.5 to 4 hours depending on your own pace and length of stay at venues. This tour cannot store wheelchairs on the Double Decker. Map is given out to guests to show stops on the route.

Child Price:

12 & under reduced

Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.

Board your Double Decker bus from the pier for 1 X 30 minute & 1 X 60 minute tour loops at your leisure.

Transport type:
Double Decker
Transport Capacity:
50
Travel time:
01:30
Inside visit:
No
Air conditioned:
No
Wheelchair accessible:
No
Restroom available:
No
Shopping available:
Yes
Photo/video restrictions:
Yes
Photo/video opportunity:
Yes

Admission to Citadel Hill National Historic Site - time at leisure

Inside visit:
Yes
Air conditioned:
Yes
Steps:
40
Wheelchair accessible:
Yes
Restroom available:
Yes
Shopping available:
Yes
Photo/video restrictions:
No
Photo/video opportunity:
Yes

Admission to Maritime Museum - time at leisure

Inside visit:
Yes
Air conditioned:
No
Steps:
50
Wheelchair accessible:
Yes
Restroom available:
Yes
Shopping available:
Yes
Photo/video restrictions:
No
Photo/video opportunity:
Yes