Halifax Like a Local Darkside Walking Tour
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!
Meeting Location
1215 Marginal Road
Halifax, NS B3J 3S8, Canada
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Georges Island (pass by)
Maritime Museum of the Atlantic (pass by)
Hmcs Sackville (pass by)
Halifax Harbour Ferry
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Alderney Landing
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Halifax Harbour Ferry
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Province House
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
St. Paul's Anglican Church
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Saint Mary's Cathedral Basilica (pass by)
Old Burying Ground
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Government House (pass by)
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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Activity code: C-5598214P3
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