Halifax Boardwalk & Seaport: a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour
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About This Tour in Halifax
Why Visit Halifax?
Halifax, Canada offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Halifax provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Halifax
You can reach Halifax, Canada by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- No time constraints, take as long as you like to complete the tour
- Download on WIFI before (no signal required or data used during tour)
- Live GPS map shows route & your location
- Flexible dates - tour is yours to keep and enjoy anytime on Tripvia Tours.
- Customer Service via Phone & Email
- Tour guide commentary automatically plays at each point of interest
What's Not Included
- Attraction tickets
- Smartphone or tablet
- **Recommended attractions may be closed/inaccessible due to season or reasons beyond our control.
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchair accessible
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
Listen to a tour guide throughThe tour starts at the south end of the Halifax boardwalk.
End Point
The tour ends at the north end of the boardwalk in the Historic Properties.
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Listen to a tour guide through your smartphone... 5 minutes
Listen to a tour guide through your smartphone as you explore the Halifax Boardwalk & Seaport! On this 2.5 km tour, you'll explore the many tourist attractions, historical buildings, artwork & statues that make up this must-see section of the city. Highlights include the Halifax Farmers Market, CSS Acadia, Halifax Cabling Wharf, Dockyard Clock & more! Don't just see the boardwalk, hear what it has to say! Live GPS map shows where you are and where to go next. As you get close, tour guide commentary will automatically play. The tour also comes with a fun location based trivia game. After the commentary plays, look at your device and tap your guess at the answer. Keep the professional tour guide experience, ditch the crowded tour groups, tight schedules and high prices. It’s yours! Enjoy anytime, not just on your booking date. Stop & start anywhere along route. Note: the number of travelers you select is the number of devices you can download the tour to.
Visit the oldest continuously open farmers market in all of North America 5 minutes
Visit the oldest continuously open farmers market in all of North America.
Learn about Samuel Cunard from the man himself 5 minutes
Learn about Samuel Cunard from the man himself! Ok, well it's our tour guide pretending to be him, but it's still very informative and lots of fun!
Discover the Discovery Centre 5 minutes
Discover the Discovery Centre! We'll tell you all about the brand new interactive exhibit. All attractions along the tour are optional. You have the ultimate freedom to visit and pick up the tour right where you left off.
A statue of a man holding a suitcase 5 minutes
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.
Georges Island 5 minutes
Georges Island. We'll point out a great view of the National Historic Site and tell you all about it! You can even hop on a ferry and visit.
No, you're not seeing things 5 minutes
No, you're not seeing things.. those light posts are definitely crooked. Well tell you about the inspiration behind the famous sculpture.
Take in the breathtaking harbour from the comfort of a hammock 5 minutes
Take in the breathtaking harbour from the comfort of a hammock! We'll show you were to go, and be right there waiting when you wake up from your seaside nap.
Take a ride on the big wave sculpture at the boardwalk 5 minutes
Take a ride on the big wave sculpture at the boardwalk! Don't worry, they have foam padding in case you fall. We'll tell you about why it's there (hint - it's because people have fallen).
We'll point out the 'Fountain at Bishop's Landing' 5 minutes
We'll point out the 'Fountain at Bishop's Landing'. A popular cooling off spot, great for a warm summer day.
Learn all about the boardwalk itself from the... 5 minutes
Learn all about the boardwalk itself from the boutiques to the murals, statues, attractions & more.
Discover what it was like to be a sailor fighting at sea in World War II 5 minutes
Discover what it was like to be a sailor fighting at sea in World War II! We'll tell you all about the ship and museum. If you want to know more, you can always go in and check it out.
We'll show you Canada’s oldest and largest maritime... 5 minutes
We'll show you Canada’s oldest and largest maritime museum where you can sit on a replica of a Titanic deck chair, or follow World War II convoys in the Battle of the Atlantic.
Hop on board the CSS Acadia, an Edwardian steamship docked at the boardwalk 5 minutes
Hop on board the CSS Acadia, an Edwardian steamship docked at the boardwalk. We'll tell you all about how this beautiful ship is an example of the graceful design that epitomizes the Edwardian Age.
We'll point out the Halifax Cable Wharf, built... 5 minutes
We'll point out the Halifax Cable Wharf, built in 1913 that was once a port for ships laying cable across the Atlantic Ocean and one of the last original structures on the waterfront.
See Canada’s oldest working clock that's been telling time for over 250 years 5 minutes
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.
We'll point out the ferry terminal, where you... 5 minutes
We'll point out the ferry terminal, where you can snag a ride across the harbour to Dartmouth. You'll learn a bit about the area too!
You'll discover that the popular restaurant is located... 5 minutes
You'll discover that the popular restaurant is located inside what is likely the oldest building on the waterfront!
We'll tell you all about the Collins Court... 5 minutes
We'll tell you all about the Collins Court & Bank Building, part of the Historic Properties section of the boardwalk.
The tour ends at the Market Mall, a... 5 minutes
The tour ends at the Market Mall, a covered walkway home to pretty much everything and anything you could ask for!
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Not a point of interest on the tour, but it's nearby and you can spend as much time here as you like.
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Not a point of interest on the tour, but it's nearby and you can spend as much time here as you like.
We'll point out the island and tell you all about it
We'll point out the island and tell you all about it!
Hop on board the CSS Acadia, an Edwardian steamship docked at the boardwalk
Hop on board the CSS Acadia, an Edwardian steamship docked at the boardwalk. We'll tell you all about how this beautiful ship is an example of the graceful design that epitomizes the Edwardian Age.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
How do I book this tour?
Click the "Book Now" button on this page to complete your reservation through Viator's secure booking platform. You'll receive instant confirmation via email.
Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
