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- Halifax, Canada
Explore Nova Scotia with Bundled Self Guided Audio Tours
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Offered in: English
What to Expect
Stop at: Halifax Seaport Farmer's Market
Visit the oldest continuously open farmers market in all of North America.
Stop at: The Emigrant Statue
A statue of a man holding a suitcase. There has to be more to it than that, right!? There is! We'll tell you all about it.
Stop at: The Way Things Are
No, you're not seeing things.. those light posts are definitely crooked. Well tell you about the inspiration behind the famous sculpture.
Stop at: Halifax Waterfront
Learn all about the boardwalk itself from the boutiques to the murals, statues, attractions & more.
Stop at: The Dockyard Clock
See Canada’s oldest working clock that's been telling time for over 250 years! The nine-foot pendulum encased in the base is driven by a 250 pound weight.
Stop at: Holy Cross Cemetery
As you explore the historic graveyard, we'll tell you about the lost grave of William Condon.
Stop at: Victoria Park
As you stroll through this spectacular urban garden, we'll tell you all about it! There's a number of points of interest to explore here.
Stop at: Griffin's Pond
While walking along what was once a swampy wasteland, you'll see ducks and geese and even a quiet spot to sit and learn some of the history of the pond.
Stop at: Armoury Place
We'll tell you about the ginormous Halifax Armoury built in 1895 as a drill hall for volunteer militia and what it's being used for today.
Stop at: Saint Mary's Cathedral Basilica
You'll learn about a Gothic Revival Cathedral and how the effects of the Halifax Explosion in 1917 are still being felt today.
Stop at: Novalea Drive & Hennessey Place
We'll tell you how the park began as military grounds to it's rebuilding of a neighbourhood park and memorial today.
Stop at: Halifax Explosion Memorial Bell Tower
We'll tell you about the impressive monument to the people of Halifax and Dartmouth, who experienced first-hand, the devastation of the Halifax explosion.
Stop at: IRVING SHIPBUILDING INC.
We'll tell about the controversy around this structure and why it ended up being built here.
Stop at: Hennessey Place
TUDOR REVIVAL. As you walk along you'll see a block of rowhouse cottages, built using the English style, for surviving families.
Stop at: Hydrostone Market
Our tour ends here at the Hydrostone Market. This tour was not about monuments or buildings but about the people who lived through that awful day and those who raced to help them.
Stop at: Baddeck
Hear Alexander Graham Bell tell you why he has a museum dedicated to him! You can even visit the National Historic Site and Museum which is close by.
Pass by: Goose Cove
One of the prettiest spots along this section of the trail where several brooks join to flow into the cove. If waterfalls are your thing, there are several beautiful ones along Goose Cove Brook that are easily accessible.
Pass by: Wreck Cove General Store
A famous stop along the Trail. In business since 1976 they offer everything you need for a road trip including their legendary lobster sandwiches!
Pass by: Ingonish Harbour
Hear how the two harbours of Ingonish benefited the Mi'kmaq over 9000 years ago and continues to benefit residents and tourists today.
Pass by: Cheticamp
Welcome to one of the Acadian capitals of the world! It’s a popular tourist town with whale watching, a museum, several restaurants and an excellent golf course.
Pass by: The Big Fiddle
Crafted from solid steel by local artist Cyril Hearn, it’s a powerful symbol that honors the profound Celtic culture that beats at the heart of this island.
Pass by: City Hall - Cape Breton Regional Municipality
You might be wondering why a city the size of Sydney needs such an impressive building, and the truth is, the current structure serves much more than just the former city. We'll tell you why....
Pass by: The Highland Arts Theatre
Built in 1911 as Saint Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, it was once able to seat a thousand parishioners and still boasts a magnificent Casavant organ—the largest in all of Cape Breton.
Pass by: Eltuek Arts Centre
At the northeast corner of Nepean Street stands what was once the Holy Angels Convent. Commissioned by Father Quinan of Sacred Heart Parish over 140 years ago...
Pass by: Jost House Museum
Officially the oldest home in Sydney!
What's Included
- Download on WIFI before (no signal required or data used during tour)
- Hands free (audio plays automatically)
- Tours: Halifax Seaport & Boardwalk, Churches, Gardens & Graveyards, Explosion & Historic Sydney.
- Flexible dates - tour is yours to keep and enjoy anytime on Tripvia Tours.
- Driving Tour: Cabot Trail, Cape Breton Island
- Customer Service via Phone & Email
- Smartphone or tablet
- Transportation (use your own vehicle)
- **Recommended attractions may be closed/inaccessible due to season or reasons beyond our control.
- Attraction tickets
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting Point
Where you'll meet your guide
One of these locations will be your meeting point. Your booking confirmation will have the details.
End Point
Where the tour ends
HALIFAX BOARDWALK & SEAPORT: This tour ends at the north end of the boardwalk in the Historic Properties.
Get DirectionsAdditional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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