Halifax Cruise

Explore the beautiful Peggy’s Cove, with our fun and friendly local guides who will take you from your downtown Halifax Peninsula hotel to the iconic Peggy’s Cove. Enjoy the most photographed lighthouse in Canada and its beautiful surrounding area on our fully guided and narrated Peggy’s Cove Express, including complimentary hotel pick up and drop off in the comfort and style of one of our vans. Your guide will greet you at your downtown Halifax Peninsula accommodations. You will then head towards the picturesque fishing village of Peggy’s Cove, located about an hour from Halifax. Once you arrive at Peggy’s Cove you will have the opportunity to take a picture with the most photographed lighthouse in Canada – the iconic Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse (also known as Peggy’s Point Lighthouse). At the end of your tour at Peggy’s Cove, your tour guide will drop you back off at your Downtown Halifax Peninsula hotel. Trip is 3.5 – 4 hours depending upon traffic and your pick up.

Get a snapshot of Halifax’s classic sights in an unconventional way — on a 55 minute Harbour Hopper tour. You'll travel on both land and water aboard a renovated amphibious Vietnam War vehicle. Drive by St Paul’s Cathedral, Citadel Hill and the Victorian beauty of Halifax Public Gardens, and then splash into Halifax Harbour for great views of the waterfront. Your knowledgeable driver and marine pilot livens up the ride with engaging tales and naval history, and offers pointers on where to head next during your stay in the seaside city.

Why not combine our two most popular tours into one? See the sights of the historic port city of Halifax and then take in the famous breathtaking sights of Peggy's Cove. Our tour would commence from Pier 21 with its Historic block as the "Ellis Island" of Canada, where more than one million immigrants came through and more than 500,000 left from during WWII. From there we will visit St. Paul's Church, the oldest Anglican church in Canada. As well, St. Paul's Church was among some of the buildings that withstood the Great Halifax Explosion of 1917. We will drive on to Fort Needham Hill where a memorial carillon was built for the victims of that explosion. Then we'll be on to Canada's most famous lighthouse. Peggy's Cove is one of the most unique, captivating and exhilarating eye-openers in Nova Scotia. The quaint seaside hamlets of Shad Bay, Big Lake, East Dover and West Dover, to mention but a few, are also breathtaking.

Your Hop On Hop Off ticket provides you with an entire day’s freedom and flexibility to take in the city sights on your own schedule. With stops along Halifax’s bustling waterfront, you’ll travel along our historic and ever evolving downtown, past the Halifax Public Gardens and to the top of the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site. Continue along to stops near The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, Province House and many more sights and stops along the way. Our guides will share stories from Halifax’s rich history including tragic tales from the Halifax Explosion, our city’s involvement in the World Wars, and more! The Hop On Hop Off City Tour offers an easy, convenient, and fun way to explore Halifax!

The Historic Halifax by Foot tour provides visitors an opportunity to sample the history, architecture and hospitality the city has to offer. Your local guide will lead you on a comfortable paced tour through the downtown area, with multiple stops at various locations for photos and conversation. With a small group size, guests will be able to enjoy a more personal tour.

This Tour is about Halifax's Remarkable History including all the Titanic and Halifax Explosion Sites and the Stories and Miracles of these Two Historic Tragedies. See ALL that Historic Halifax, Dartmouth and Fisherman's Cove has to offer in a Clean, Safe and Comfortable Tour Vehicle a Ford Transit 350 XLT Medium Roof 15 Passenger Van with 4 Guests Minimum to 10 Guests Maximum. Vehicle is equipped with a microphone to the speaker system and a large tablet to view Guests Videos and Photos to augment your Tour experience so you have a Memorable, Unique Tour of Historic Halifax, Dartmouth and Fisherman's Cove.

Experience elevated, laid back nightlife in Halifax. Whether you're gathered at the stern with the Captain and passengers for a social sail – or laying on the bow relaxing under the stars, this moonlight sail is ultimate freedom! Watch the city lights come alive across the Halifax skyline from the deck, and enjoy an assortment of Nova Scotia's best crafted wine, beer, and spirits.

Halifax's only wind powered sailing experience! This 45' Oceanis Beneteau handles beautifully on the water, and offers a great introduction to sailing. Guests are encouraged to be as hands on with the sailing process as they would like as we set sails, tack, and let you take the helm.

Enroute to this seaside village pass, you travel along the winding coastal highway of the Lighthouse Route to the tiny fishing village of Peggy’s Cove, it is little wonder it has been an inspiration for artists and an irresistible lure for budding and seasoned adventurers for generation after generation. The colorful houses and fishing shacks perched atop the solid stone rocky outcrop that overlooks the restless waters of the Atlantic exhibit the wear and tear of the ocean and its punishing storms. Yet they endure, much like the small population of approximately 32 people who are year-round residents.”

This 45' sailing yacht is the perfect venue to learn about the history of Halifax. You are alongside our Captain and Deckhand throughout the sailing experience, and encouraged to ask questions about landmarks and things you see in the harbour!

Listen to a tour guide through your smartphone as you explore the Halifax Boardwalk & Seaport! On this 2.5 km tour, you'll explore many tourist attractions, historical buildings, artwork & statues that make up this must-see section of the city. Highlights include Halifax Farmers Market, CSS Acadia, Halifax Cabling Wharf, Dockyard Clock & more! Don't just see the boardwalk, hear what it has to say! 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 answer. Keep the professional tour guide experience, ditch the crowded tour groups, tight schedules and high prices. Enjoy anytime, not just on your booking date. Stop & start anywhere along route. The number of travelers you select is the number of devices you can download the tour to. Trust the platform with over 75 tours & 25,000+ happy customers.

Lets experience the best food in Halifax together! Come before lunch as you will be full after the tour. Your guide will inform you about the history of the city while you are enjoying the Local food. Note : A minimum of 2 participants is required for the tour to depart.

Shake up your typical happy hour on our Halifax Happy Hour Cruise – a 2-hour cruise along the Halifax Harbour and into the scenic Northwest Arm! Enjoy live music, breathtaking views, and great deals on beverages, all for an unbeatable ticket price. Pair your beverages with a selection of onboard snacks including popcorn, hotdogs and sausages – these can be pre-ordered or ordered when you arrive. This a laid-back, good times only cruise makes for the perfect outing for birthdays, staff get-togethers, or a casual night out with friends. Whether you're sipping your favourite drink on deck, soaking in the city skyline, or dancing along to live tunes, this cruise offers a completely different way to experience happy hour in Halifax. Join us aboard, raise a toast, and let the good times sail!

Experience golden hour, that magical time of night when the sun makes its way below the horizon, on the Halifax Sunset Cruise aboard our signature ship, the Tall Ship Silva. Purchase wine, beer, cocktails, and other beverages from our onboard bar before you set off from Cable Wharf, cruise past historic Georges Island, and make your way towards Maugher Beach and the iconic McNabs Island lighthouse. If conditions are favorable, you’ll be invited to help raise the sails before the Silva circles back for a cruise alongside the stunning Halifax Waterfront.

With your local guide, explore Halifax's Harbourwalk with it's unique combination of scenic views, artwork, architecture, and history. Your guide will stop and explain the history of the national Immigration Museum at Pier 21, Georges Island, HMCS Sackville, the Halifax Explosion, and much more. At a leisurely pace, visitors interested in history, architecture, art work, photography, can participate in this tour and get a sample of the culture and lives of Haligonians.

Eat your way through the beautiful Halifax Harbourfront on our Halifax Harbourfront Food Walking Tour! Your tour will begin with your friendly local guide meeting you outside of the Marriott Harbourfront Hotel. You will begin your food journey with some deliciously fresh oysters. On your way to your next destination you will pass by Waterfront landmarks such as the Halifax ferry terminal as well as the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic along the way. At your second food stop you will receive a creamy seafood chowder. After you have finished your soup, you will head to your next tasty stop for an incredible donair. This unique Halifax wrap is an absolute must-try during your visit. For your last stop, you will have an incredibly fresh and delectable lobster roll. Alongside the roll you will also receive a sweet dessert to round off your food adventure. Take in the waterfront while satisfying your cravings as your tasty tour comes to a close.

This tour is unique because it is a private tour in a late model luxury vehicle. It provides a good balance of history, along with scenic coastal driving and exploring.

Friday Night Experience new country in Halifax while you dance with friends aboard the Harbour Queen I. Guests will spend two and a half hours cruising the waters of Halifax Harbour while enjoying music from DJ Cruise! Full cash bar onboard. Saturday Night  We’re taking the dance club to the water for the Halifax Party Cruise – perfect for a night out with friends, a bachelor or bachelorette, or to celebrate the best part of the week – the weekend. Join us Saturdays on the Harbour Queen for this two-hour party cruise on the Halifax Harbour. DJ Mutts will be playing all the party favourites, plus taking requests and our onboard bar will be stocked with refreshing beers, coolers, and spirits – don’t miss out!

This two-hour sail allows you to soak in the sights along the coastline so close to our urban center! Pass by landmarks such as George's Island, Pier 21, Point Pleasant Park, and more. This laid-back sail is designed for you to enjoy maximum relaxation, and leave the work to our crew. If you'd like to be involved in the sailing, we would love the opportunity to show you the ropes! After being greeted with a custom local cocktail (or mocktail!) upon arrival, you can choose to explore the sailing yacht, take in the sights, or try your hand at the helm.

A great way to explore Halifax is by foot. The area is steeped in history and it is one of the most popular ports to enjoy a shore excursion.