Halifax Like a Local Darkside Walking Tour

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120 to 150 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Delve into Halifax's hidden history on this engaging walking tour, where tales of bootleggers and privateers come to life. Led by Jimmy Dalling, a local storyteller with deep roots in Nova Scotia, uncover the secrets that shaped the city beyond the tourist spots. Over 1.5 to 2.5 hours, explore off-the-beaten-path locations and hear stories of contraband shipwrecks and harbor smuggling. This intimate tour is designed for small groups, ensuring a personal experience filled with the messy, fascinating history of Halifax.

- Private tour ensures a personal touch and time to ask questions
- Discover Halifax's hidden history with a local expert guide
- 1.5 to 2.5-hour intimate walking tours and ferry rides
- Hear tales of bootleggers, privateers, and old scandals
- Discover the best Halifax has to offer efficiently with an expert

What's Included

  • We take the longest consistently operating salt water ferry in North America - the world's cheapest ocean cruise!
  • Tea and coffee 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!
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Meeting Location

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1215 Marginal Road
Halifax, NS B3J 3S8, Canada

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Georges Island (pass by)

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'.
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Maritime Museum of the Atlantic (pass by)

Features excellent exhibits on the Titanic, the Halifax Explosion and age of Sail - all to be explored on your walk
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Hmcs Sackville (pass by)

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.
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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.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Alderney Landing

Here we'll go deeper into some of the exceptional stories that have shaped Halifax and Dartmouth
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Saint Mary's Cathedral Basilica (pass by)

Stories of adventure while the spire was being refurbished.
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Old Burying Ground

Oldest cemetery in Halifax, stories about the last public hanging, the monument and a personal connection.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Government House (pass by)

The origins of how everything went wrong, turned around and backwards
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The Emigrant Statue (pass by)

Welcome to Halifax, you're home.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Will I get seasick on Halifax Like a Local Darkside Walking Tour?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

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

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What's Included

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  • We take the longest consistently operating salt water ferry in North America - the world's cheapest ocean cruise!
  • Tea and coffeeWe 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!

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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  • This adventure requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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