Halifax Harbour Hopper Tour

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Highlights

  • Visit the Halifax Historic District, and enjoy a cruise on Halifax Harbour

  • Learn about the area's naval history with live commentary from your guide

  • Easily meet-up at the colorful tour booth, located on the Halifax Waterfront

Summary

Board the Harbour Hopper, a renovated amphibious vehicle from the Vietnam War era, at the Halifax Ferry Terminal. Take a seat on the covered open deck for great views of the city's top attractions. Your knowledgeable driver/guide will keep you entertained with engaging commentary and tales of naval history, and offer suggestions for where to head next during your stay in this bustling seaside city. The tour begins on land in Halifax’s historic district downtown. Your driver will point out the city's oldest building, St Paul’s Church, which dates to 1749, as well as Citadel Hill, where landmark Fort George sits as a tribute to Halifax’s key naval role during the British Empire. Flower-filled Halifax Public Gardens is a lovely example of a Victorian-era garden, with its linden and elm trees, wrought-iron gates, bandstand, fountains and statues. Then it's time for an exciting plunge into the waters of Halifax Harbour to learn about the city’s naval fleet. While learning about Halifax's naval history, you'll enjoy waterfront views of navy ships and submarines. The tour ends where it began, and you'll be ready to hit the town with dining, shopping and entertainment suggestions from your entertaining driver/guide. Have fun further exploring Halifax on your own!

Tour info

Duration
55 minutes
Group Size
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

Travelers that can't choose between a Halifax sightseeing cruise and a bus tour get the best of both worlds with a Harbour Hopper experience, where you explore the city by amphibious vehicle. Highlights include viewing sights on both land and sea, where you pass attractions including St. Paul’s Cathedral and Citadel Hill. Complete with live commentary and views of area attractions, travelers won't be disappointed with this quirky sightseeing tour.

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What’s included?

  • Guided Tour

  • Entry/Admission - Harbour Hopper Tours

  • Gratuities

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Food and drink

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 55m

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Covid Policy

  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

When Nova Scotia’s Proof of Full Vaccination Policy came into effect on October 4, 2021, we began requiring staff and any guests aged 12 and older to provide us with proof of full vaccination along with photo identification. Staff will check this documentation during the check-in process.

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Harbour Hopper Tours

About operator:

Ribbit Ribbit! All aboard Atlantic Canada's most popular tour - an amphibious adventure that shows you the best of Halifax by land and sea! As you travel along your journey, you will view places of interest in our historic, vibrant city, such as Citadel Hill National Historic Site, the Halifax Public Gardens, St. Paul’s Church and bustling Spring Garden Road. Continue through the downtown before making the big splash into Halifax Harbour! Cruise past George’s Island Lighthouse, the Halifax waterfront Boardwalk, the stone buildings of Historic Properties, and the world renown Maritime Museum of the Atlantic- just to name a few. This fully narrated tour includes topics such as the Halifax Explosion, the rich history of the naval dockyards and Halifax’s role during war and peace. As the best of Halifax unfolds before your eyes, your spirited tour guide will deliver many little-known facts and fascinating insights about our charming city on the water.

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