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Halifax Like a Local Darkside Walking Tour
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Mobile ticket
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Offered in: English
What to Expect
Pass by: Stop 1
We'll pass and touch on the history of the islands in the harbour, learn more about the harbour, it's history for both settlers and Mi'kmaq as well as why the opposite side of the harbour is called 'The Darkside'.
Pass by: Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
Features excellent exhibits on the Titanic, the Halifax Explosion and age of Sail - all to be explored on your walk
Pass by: Hmcs Sackville
The last of the flower class corvettes. You'll learn how it was used and a story about a family member who served aboard her.
Stop at: Halifax Harbour Ferry
The oldest continuously operating salt water ferry in North America. Learn about the ferries history, the harbour bridges and how love and intrigue led to a curse that lasted over hundred years.
Stop at: Alderney Landing
Here we'll go deeper into some of the exceptional stories that have shaped Halifax and Dartmouth
Stop at: Halifax Harbour Ferry
We'll travel back aboard the ferry, learn the names and stories behind the current ferries as well as the unruly origins of some of Canada's biggest institutions.
Stop at: Province House
Marvel at the story of the first Canadian Separatist, the origins of freedom of the press, duals and how Nova Scotia was the first to experience 'the great contradiction'. We'll also explore a hidden architectural gem from the gilded age.
Stop at: St. Paul's Anglican Church
The oldest building in Halifax has a couple of remarkable secrets to share. Learn about parade square, the old morgue and the story of the Old Town Clock.
Pass by: Saint Mary's Cathedral Basilica
Stories of adventure while the spire was being refurbished.
Stop at: Old Burying Ground
Oldest cemetery in Halifax, stories about the last public hanging, the monument and a personal connection.
Pass by: Government House
The origins of how everything went wrong, turned around and backwards
Pass by: The Emigrant Statue
Welcome to Halifax, you're home.
What's Included
- We take the longest consistently operating salt water ferry in North America - the world's cheapest ocean cruise!
- We typically stop for coffee and a snack. Your guide will have bottles of water but they are fuelled by caffeine and love it when you buy them a coffee!
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting Point
Please go to the north end of Pier 20 or south end of the boardwalk behind the Discovery Centre and look for the guid with the grey hat that says "Tour Guide".
End point
This experience ends at the starting point.
Additional Info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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