That Halifax has a very long history. Your tour guide should be able to tell you all about it, if he's good.





Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of Halifax on this immersive harborfront walking tour. Led by a local guide, you’ll explore iconic landmarks, hear powerful stories of immigration, and learn about the city’s connection to the Titanic and the Halifax Explosion. Stroll along the scenic waterfront, visit historic sites, and enjoy a delicious chocolate tasting at Peace by Chocolate. Your experience concludes with a relaxing ferry ride across the harbor to Dartmouth, offering unforgettable views of the Halifax skyline. Perfect for travelers looking to combine history, culture, and local flavors in one engaging experience.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Meet your guide on the Halifax waterfront and get an introduction to the city’s maritime heritage and the story of Samuel Cunard, a key figure in transatlantic shipping.
Visit Canada’s “Ellis Island” and hear moving stories of the over one million immigrants who arrived here, shaping the country’s history and identity.
Pause for scenic harbour views and a great photo opportunity overlooking this historic island, once used for military defense.
Walk through this lively waterfront area and spot unique features like the famous “drunken” lamp post while learning about the area’s modern transformation.
Discover Halifax’s deep connection to the Titanic disaster, including recovery efforts and the city’s role in the aftermath, alongside views of this historic research vessel.
Explore one of Halifax’s newest waterfront developments and learn about its architectural design, including influences from Mi’kmaq culture and the city’s modern revival.
Enjoy Ice cream tasting
Step into one of the oldest parts of Halifax’s waterfront, where stone warehouses once stored goods—and even pirate treasure—during the city’s early days.
Board a scenic ferry across Halifax Harbour, offering some of the best views of the city skyline from the water
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Halifax Waterfront Tour with Ferry Ride lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 9 stops.
Prices start at $50 per person for this Halifax experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 3:00 PM.
Children aged 4–12 pay from $21, adults from $50.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Meet your guide in-front of Pier 21 at 1055 Marginal Road, Halifax, NS, Canada. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Wheelchair accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 4 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by See Sight Tours.
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
That Halifax has a very long history. Your tour guide should be able to tell you all about it, if he's good.
Our guide Simon was very knowledgeable! Both about history of the area and fun facts so the kids really enjoyed the tour as well. Thanks for a great tour!
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Halifax Waterfront Tour with Ferry Ride | 2h 30min | 5.0 (4) | $50 | |
Round Trip Ferry Tour to Georges Island | 1–5 hours | 4.9 (61) | $17 | View |
Halifax Harbour Hopper Tour | 55 min | 4.7 (1,554) | $58 | View |
Peggy's Cove Small-Group Express: Scenic Tour from Halifax | 3 hours | 4.2 (912) | $57 | View |
Wine and Lunch Escape | 6h 30min–7h | 4.9 (617) | $170 | View |
Halifax Premium Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery | 4 hours | 4.4 (516) | $93 | View |
Small Group Tour - Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, the Annapolis Valley | 8h 45min | 4.9 (457) | $172 | View |