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  • Halifax, Canada

Halifax after Dark: Titanic and Halifax Explosion

  • 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

  • Mobile ticket

  • Offered in: English

Step into Halifax after dark on this intimate small-group walking tour along the historic waterfront. As the harbor comes alive at night, uncover the chilling stories, tragic events, and hidden history that shaped one of Canada's oldest cities. Begin at the Samuel Cunard Statue before following the waterfront to the docks where the Titanic recovery ships once arrived. Hear the disaster and Halifax's role in its aftermath. Continue past Pier 21 and the Emigrant Statue. Stroll through Queen's Marque and The Wave as you learn about the Halifax Explosion & the mysterious "Black Rain." Pass the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic & the historic CSS Acadia while your guide shares fascinating stories of Halifax's maritime past. Next, enjoy ice cream from the iconic COWS Ice Cream shop. Finish your tour at Historic Properties, where centuries of history and local legends provide the perfect ending to this unforgettable evening of history, mystery, & waterfront charm.

What to Expect

Shared tour (max 10)
7 stops
1 hr 30 min duration

Stop at: Samuel Cunard Statue

15 min

Meet your guide at the waterfront and begin your journey into Halifax’s darker history as the city transitions into night.

Stop at: The Emigrant Statue

5 min

Stand at this historic gateway to Canada and hear eerie tales of ghost ships and the spirits said to linger along the harbor.

Stop at: Queen’s Marque

15 min

Walk along the modern waterfront as your guide recounts the devastating Halifax Explosion and the chilling phenomenon known as the “Black Rain.”

Stop at: C.S.S. Acadia

15 min

Pass by this historic ship and museum as you hear haunting Titanic stories and Halifax’s role in recovering victims from the Atlantic.

Stop at: COWS Cable Wharf

5 min Admission included

Enjoy a delicious ice cream at COWS Ice Cream shop along the harbour front.

Stop at: Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk

15 min

Stroll along the Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk, one of the longest urban boardwalks in the world, offering scenic harbor views, historic landmarks, and vibrant local culture.

Stop at: Historic Properties

15 min

End your tour in one of Halifax’s oldest areas, surrounded by 18th-century buildings and stories of restless spirits and hidden pasts.

What's Included

INCLUDED
  • Visits to key waterfront landmarks, including Pier 21, Queen’s Marque, and Historic Properties
  • Titanic recovery history and Halifax Explosion storytelling
  • Guided small-group walking tour of Halifax’s historic waterfront
  • COWs Ice cream Cone (Included in price)
  • Local guide sharing Halifax’s dark history, maritime stories, and legends
NOT INCLUDED
  • Gratuities

Meeting And Pickup

End Point

Where the tour ends

1869 Upper Water St
1869 Upper Water Street, Halifax, NS, Canada, B3J 1S7

End your tour at the Privateers Wharf by the Halifax waterfront.

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Start time:

7:30 PM

Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time, the amount paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience's local time.

Customer Reviews

Source: Viator and Tripadvisor

3.6

8 total reviews

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