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A world of adventure awaits ashore on a cruise along the coastlines of North America with Celebrity. North American shore excursions embrace everything from gourmet food tasting to winery visits, clifftop hikes, boat trips, guided walks, and kayaking.

In Alaska, you could be flying over the forest canopy on a zipline near Ketchikan one day and  sailing up close to the blue-white face of the vast Hubbard Glacier the next. Experience the double thrill of a helicopter flight over forest and mountains to land on a massive glacier, where a team of huskies awaits.

On a Pacific Coast cruise to San Francisco, feast on dim sum in Chinatown, or be guided through the fine wines of the Sonoma Valley on a cellar visit. Monterey is the starting point for the ruggedly beautiful 17 Mile Drive, the road snaking along the contours of cliffs that plunge straight into the pounding surf of the Pacific. In Santa Barbara, explore the whitewashed mission buildings or head into the picturesque Santa Ynez Valley to sample some of California’s finest wines. Catalina Island, meanwhile, is the perfect place for hiking in the highlands through flower-filled meadows and soaking up the atmosphere of scenic Avalon.

Across the border in Ensenada, Mexico, join a workshop to learn about the history of chocolate, or combine a hike in the rugged El Salto Canyon with a craft beer tasting. Mexican Riviera cruises also take you to Mazatlán, where the colorful Old Town invites exploration, as do the beaches of the Golden Zone. From Puerto Vallarta, join a thrilling ATV tour to explore the rugged Sierra Madre mountains, or try your hand at a tequila cocktail-making workshop. Cabo San Lucas, meanwhile, is famed for its glorious beaches, superb whale-watching, and the nearby arty town of Todos Santos.

To explore the world of the Maya, take a cruise to Mexico’s Caribbean coast. From Costa Maya, you could try a traditional healing ritual with a shaman, or visit the ruins of Chacchoben or the impressive pyramid of Kohunlich. Dreamy Cozumel, meanwhile, is the jumping-off point for the walled city of Tulum, as well as superb snorkeling over dazzling coral reefs. 

Further north, East Coast excursions could take you to genteel Bermuda, a slice of rural Britain in the North Atlantic. Fringed with pink sand beaches, it offers fine snorkeling over vast coral reefs and spectacular wreck diving. In Charleston, South Carolina, you could take a tour of the only working tea plantation in the United States, or join a local storyteller for a walking tour that will reveal chilling tales of the city’s ghosts. Further north, in Newport, Rhode Island, a guide will reveal the secrets of the lavish mansions for which the town is famed. The gingerbread Victorian cottages of Martha’s Vineyard are perhaps less imposing, but just as significant historically—and just as photogenic.

Bar Harbor, Maine, is the gateway for the wild beauty of Acadia National Park, which you could explore on four wheels, by kayak, on foot, or from the water. In foodie Portland, taste lobster rolls and apple pie, and then cycle the scenic Eastern Promenade Trail along the coast, followed by a hike at Mackworth Island.

Canada’s East Coast ports have a charm of their own. Follow the Fundy Trail Parkway from Saint John, New Brunswick, to explore sea caves, rock-strewn beaches, and towering sandstone cliffs. Delve into literary history in pretty Charlottetown on Prince Edward Island with a visit to the house of Anne of Green Gables, followed by lobster rolls at Fisherman’s Wharf. From Halifax, visit the beautiful and much-photographed lighthouse at Peggy’s Cove. In chic, French-speaking Quebec, join a local expert on a stroll through the UNESCO-listed center, encircled by chunky ramparts dating back to the early 17th century. You’ll uncover the very best of each of these fascinating ports with these North American shore excursions.

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Halifax, the capital of Nova Scotia and also more commonly known as "The City of Trees" has all the right ingredients for a great vacation destination. This quaint city has so many highlights and a rich culture that makes it a pleasure to spend an afternoon there exploring the city life and the countryside on our Halifax shore excursions. Shore Excursions Group will make sure you won't miss a thing, from Peggy's cove shore tours to a taste of the region's exquisite wineries. Tantalize your senses, as you taste some of the fresh products of the area, including coffee, cheese and wine with our Taste of the Valley Tour or the Annapolis Valley Wine Tour. See the most popular attractions of Halifax when you book our Best of Halifax and Peggy's Cove Excursion.

Halifax Cruise Port Guide | 10 Best Things To Do In Halifax Port

Halifax is the provincial capital of the Canadian province of Nova Scotia, best known for its historical charm, community spirit, fresh seafood, and incredible natural landscapes. The city is also known for Mackintosh’s chocolate and toffee products including Rolo and Quality Street.

Halifax owes its existence largely to its location on one of the second largest and deepest ice-free natural harbors in the world (after Sydney, Australia), which, over time, made Halifax one of the most important Canadian commercial ports on the Atlantic seaboard. In this Halifax cruise travel guide, read about:

• Halifax cruise port (Halifax cruise terminal, getting around the port)
• 10 best things to do in Halifax port & popular Halifax shore excursions

Visit also our cruise port guides to Skagway , Juneau , Galveston , Boston , Vancouver

Halifax Cruise Port

Halifax cruise ship terminal is equipped with infrastructure to accommodate the world’s largest cruise ships. Cruise ships dock in a North-South line from Pier 20 to Pier 24.

Piers 22 and 20 are the main docks offering passengers direct ship-to-shore access to the cruise passenger terminals, Pavilions 22 and 20 .

Pavilion 22 offers a pleasant shopping experience where you can find authentic Nova Scotian souvenirs, handicrafts, and products.

Pavilion 20 offers an open, barrier-free space where the tour buses normally wait for guests joining shore excursions.

Pier 23 , Cunard Centre is a large event center that is also used for cruise activities.

The port is compact, walkable, and wheelchair accessible. The distance between Pier 21 and Pavillion 22 is only 75 meters (246 ft), or less than a 5-minute walk.

Getting Around Halifax Port

Halifax has an efficient bus network to transit around, however, it is best explored on foot as the historic old town is quite small and easily walkable.

The Big Pink Hop on Hop Off (some are not necessarily pink color) is one of the most convenient ways of seeing what this diverse and cosmopolitan city has to offer.  You can board this vintage double-decker bus in front of your cruise terminal for an easy and fun 90-minute ride around the city.

You’ll pass along the beautiful Halifax waterfront and stop at famous Halifax landmarks, including Fairview Lawn Cemetery, known as the final resting place for over one hundred Titanic victims.

Taxis and limousines are conveniently located in front of the terminals.

What to See In the Port Area

Travelers say Halifax is best seen on foot, so forget about the car and start walking! One of the most popular things that guests like to do is to take a leisurely walk along the 4-kilometer-long Halifax waterfront , one of the world’s longest downtown boardwalks filled with numerous restaurants, cafes, shops, and attractions.

Pier   21 is one of the historically most interesting places in Halifax, with the Canadian Museum of Immigration right at the dock (that charges admission fees). This is the site where many immigrants came through during World War II and the years that followed it.

A five-minute walk away is the 265-year-old Halifax Seaport Farmers’ Market , proudly hosting over 250 vendors.

The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic is a 10-minute walk away. Here you will get stories of seafaring and mementos from the Titanic, and be sure to survey the city from the 18th-century Citadel National Historic Site .

Then walk into any of Halifax’s great bars and restaurants and catch some live music to round out your day. There are shops, art galleries, grocery stores, bars, and cafés within a short walking distance from the port.

10 Best Things To Do In Halifax Cruise Port

1. the maritime museum of the atlantic.

The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic is Canada’s oldest and largest Maritime Museum, located a 10-minute walk from the cruise terminal. It has a view over Halifax Harbour and contains impressive collections of 30,000 photographs, charts, and rare books.

The museum has the world’s foremost collection of wooden artifacts, with exhibits from the popular Titanic, including one of the few surviving deck chairs, a millionaire’s gloves, and the shoes of a 19-month-old child.

It also features a 2009 exhibit Ship of Fate: The Tragic Voyage of St. Louis , the first Canadian exhibit to explore the 1939 voyage of the Jewish refugee ship MS St. Louis.

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2. The Famous Peggy’s Cove and Peggy’s Point Lighthouse

The distance from Halifax cruise port to Peggy’s Cove is about 45 km/28 miles and it takes 50 minutes drive to get there. The best option to visit it is to book a guided shore excursion, especially if the ship has limited time in port.

Peggy’s Cove is a small rural fishing community located on the eastern shore of St. Margaret’s Bay which is the site of Peggy’s Point Lighthouse (established in 1868).

Although its inhabitants still fish for lobster and the community maintains a rustic undeveloped appearance, Peggy’s Cove is a major tourist attraction visited by a large number of tourists every day.

The village is full of old fishing shacks, rocky shores, and beautiful ocean views that make it feel like a postcard come to life. The lighthouse, sitting on big granite rocks, is one of the most photographed places in Canada.

The picturesque lighthouse is a must-see on a Nova Scotia Lighthouse Route , which also includes Halifax and a few other UNESCO sites.

You can have great picture opportunities by the lighthouse, check out the fishermen’s monument, and peruse the shops surrounding Peggy’s Cove.

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3. Halifax Citadel

It takes about 10 minutes on foot to get to Halifax Citadel National Historic Site from the port of Halifax.

If you use a stroller the easiest way is to enter the access road from Sackville Street and travel along the sidewalk to the main entrance. Halifax Citadel is wheelchair accessible and t here is an entrance/parking fee.

The star-shaped fortress is one of Canada’s most visited historic monuments. This massive masonry construction fort was designed to repel both a land-based attack and attacks from the water.

At the Citadel you will get to learn about the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, or “the Mounties”.

You can opt for a guided or self-guided tours that normally last from 45-60 minutes. There are also audio-visual presentations and exhibits that communicate the Citadel’s role in the history of Halifax and North America.

My favorite was the Ghost Tour where you get to learn about the ghost stories and legends of the Halifax Citadel, run from mid-July until late October.

At the Citadel they also conduct a year-round daily ceremonial firing of the noon gun, as a reminder of the fort’s role in the city’s history.

From the Citadel, take time to explore the historic streets, and chat to locals when you stop for coffee, a glass of wine, or a craft beer.

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4. Titanic Cemetery

Officially known as Fairview Lawn Cemetery , Titanic Cemetery is located a 10-15 minute drive via Barrington Street (around 7 km/4 miles) from the cruise port.

The cemetery is best known as the final resting place for 121 victims of the sinking of the legendary Titanic that took place only 700 miles east of Halifax.

Most of the graves are memorialized with small gray markers containing the name and the date of death. One of the better-known Titanic markers is for an unidentified child victim, known for decades as “The Unknown Child” but was later identified in 2002.

On my last visit, one grave marked “J. Dawson” caught my eye. This grave gained fame following the release of the 1997 film Titanic. I learned that it belonged to Joseph Dawson, an Irishman who worked in Titanic’s boiler room as a coal trimmer and not the popular character in the movie.

There is no entrance fee for the cemetery.

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5. Halifax Public Gardens

Halifax Public Gardens are one of the finest examples of Victorian Gardens and the only surviving authentic Victorian Gardens in North America.

It is a stunning 16-acre oasis containing fountains, rare flowers, trees, and a beautiful gazebo. The gardens are located around 2 km/1.3 miles from the Halifax cruise terminal, roughly a 7-minute ride or 20 to 30-minute walk depending on your walking speed.

They are open annually from approximately May 1 until November 1 from 7:00 AM to one hour before sunset. Admission is free. The gardens also feature a bandstand that is used for free public concerts on Sunday afternoons during the summer.

The Canada Day is celebrated every July 1 st in the gardens as well as the Natal Day celebrated every first Monday in August.

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6. Alexander Keith’s Brewery

Did you know that Nova Scotia is home to over 50 breweries? Alexander Keith’s brewery was founded in 1820 and ranks among the oldest working breweries in North America, dedicated to crafting small-batch brews, inspired by local Nova Scotian culture.

You can easily walk to the brewery from the cruise port (approximately 10 minutes). They are open all year round, and they offer tours with different time schedules.

Visitors can tour the beautiful space and learn all about the history of Mr. Keith’s legacy, as well as get a behind-the-scenes look at the brewing process. For the lovers of beer be sure to try the “Real Nova Scotian Good Time”

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7. Point Pleasant Park

Point Pleasant is situated in Halifax’s south end, approximately 2.5 km/1.5 miles from Halifax cruise ship terminal. The park stretches over 190 acres (77 ha) and is home to 25 miles/40 km of winding trails and wide paths, many of which are wheelchair accessible. It is a perfect spot for picnics and enjoying the breathtaking ocean views.

Highlights include several historic military batteries and the Prince of Wales Tower . Visitors can experience a variety of coastal ecosystems.

You can take a self-guided cultural walking tour, go for a swim at the beach or watch a performance by the Shakespeare by the Sea theater group.

You can also go cycling along designated cycle trails. Washroom facilities are available, and the park is open from 5 a.m. to midnight.

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8. St. Paul’s Anglican Church

Nestled in Halifax downtown, St. Paul’s Anglican Church is the oldest building in the city founded in 1749. The church is best visited on foot via Prince St, about a 10-minute walk away from Halifax port.

The church is also home to an impressive archive and is most frequently visited for its famous Face in the Window – a ghost-like silhouette.

According to the legend, it is the result of the intense light and heat generated by the Halifax Explosion in 1917, when the profile of one of the church’s deacons was etched into one of the windows forever.

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9. Neptune Theater

Neptune Theatre is the largest professional theater in Atlantic Canada with a history dating back to 1915. The season runs from mid-September to the end of May. The theater hosts a variety of productions, including local and Canadian-made plays.

Some of the productions include my favorite Cats, West Side Story, Beauty and the Beast, Shrek, and Mary Poppins. Ticket prices vary. Neptune Theater is located a 10-minute walk via Sackville Street from the Halifax cruise port.

10. Art Gallery of Nova Scotia

The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia is the largest art museum in Atlantic Canada, home to over eighteen thousand works by Nova Scotian, Canadian, and international artists.

The gallery collections display national and international paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints, photographs, ceramics, and other works from temporary exhibitions and the Gallery’s Permanent Collection.

The Gallery also boasts an acclaimed collection of folk art including the Maud Lewis House which is both fascinating and enlightening.

On-site amenities include the Gallery shop, the Art Sales & Rental Gallery, and a café. The Art Gallery is located on the Halifax waterfront, a 10-15 minute walk from the cruise dock. Bus tours are welcome.

Wrapping Up

There’s just something perfectly endearing about Halifax, Nova Scotia. Whether you prefer to walk along the waterfront in downtown Halifax, enjoy the view from the Citadel, take a stroll through the Halifax Public Gardens, or grab a lobster roll from the Farmers’ Market, there is always something for everyone!

Just be cautious with time, especially if your ship has a limited time in port. Enjoy your stay in Halifax!

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Cruise Port Guide: 11 Best Things to Do in Halifax, Nova Scotia in One Day

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If you’re wondering what to do in Halifax, Nova Scotia, we’ve got this covered. After my fourth Canada and New England cruise that included a visit to Halifax, I’ve put together a list of the best things to do in Halifax in only one day. 

On all of my previous visits to Halifax, in spring, summer and fall, I arrived under cloudless blue skies with a gentle sea breeze. The last time I was there, the weather decided to take a blustery turn. 

Luckily, by noon, the skies had cleared. Exploring Halifax was a breeze.

11 Best Things to Do in Halifax, Nova Scotia

I’ve leisurely walked for hours admiring how much that Halifax has to offer, all within an easy few miles of the harbor. But I never ventured from the city or took a ship’s shore excursion.

However, this cruise to Halifax was different. I signed up for a shore excursion. With drizzly skies and a very brisk spring wind, I decided to break my usual routine and chose something I always wanted to do:  I was going to see Peggy’s Cove!

Added bonus, there would still be enough time after Peggy’s Cove to explore and revisit some of the best things to do in Halifax, and my favorite places.

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1. Explore Peggy’s Cove Region

Despite the weather, I was on my way to visit one of the most photographed locations in the Atlantic Provinces, Peggy’s Cove . As I mentioned, this was my first ship tour outside of Halifax. 

The rain let up enough so that we could queue up for the motor coach without getting soaked. Most everyone carried an umbrella and wore some sort of rain parka. The smartest folks had parkas with hoods.

The distance to Peggy’s Cove was only a forty-five minute bus ride. The tour guide pointed out bits of history and popular landmarks as the bus slowly meandered through downtown traffic and out of the city.

Watch the scenery as your motor coach turns off the highway and onto the rural routes. We were told that towards the end of the Ice Age, as the glaciers made their slow march across the tundra, hundreds of enormous granite boulders were deposited along their paths to the sea.

Notice the oddly-shaped, huge grey boulders that dot the landscape. They give the area a unique and rugged appearance, sort of moon-like. 

But these rocks are not the main attraction that brings thousands of visitors to Peggy’s Cove each year.

Suddenly the lighthouse comes into view. Standing as a sentinel atop an uneven network of granite boulders, is Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse, built in 1811. It’s possibly the most photographed lighthouse in Canada.

Nearly fifty-feet tall and sporting the eight-sided, pyramidal form of typical Victorian-era lighthouses, this building is a huge attraction for not just tourists, but landscape artists and photographers from around the world.

It’s easy to see why. Even our bleak weather lent itself to beautiful scenes highlighted by this still-operational lighthouse.

Enough time was included so that whoever wanted to walk the very short distance into the very tiny town, could do so without worry of missing the bus. A seafood restaurant stood at the top of the hill very near to the lighthouse.

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The walk downhill towards the town revealed a quaint gift shop, a coffee shop and a working wharf, with stacks of lobster traps and coiled ropes in a multitude of colors.

Back on the bus, people were munching on their leftover oyster crackers that were given to them with their chowder at the hilltop diner. 

Some folks snoozed while others listened attentively to the tour guide who managed to point out more interesting bits of lore the entire way back to the port.

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2. Visit Pier 21

If you don’t want to take one of the ship’s many shore excursions in Halifax, there is plenty to do within walking distance of the cruise port. In fact, located where the cruise ships dock at the Halifax Seaport is the historic Pier 21, the only remaining immigration shed in Canada. Definitely worth exploring.

Opened in 1928 and in continual use until 1971, the building saw the arrival of nearly one million immigrants. It now houses the Canadian Museum of Immigration and showcases the trials and tribulations faced by the immigrants as they arrived in Canada.

3. Walk to the Citadel

Head west a few blocks to the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site, located high above George Street. Rebuilt in 1856 on the grounds of the original fortress from 1749, the Citadel played a major role in naval defense for the British Empire.

Several ship shore excursions include a trip for a guided tour inside the Citadel.

4. Pause to Look Up at the Old Town Clock 

It’s hard to miss this massive clock at the top of Citadel Tower. If you’re at all interested in history, it’s worth a few minutes of observation. The Old Town Clock Tower was built under the direction of Prince Edward Duke of Kent and imported from England in 1803. 

The story goes that the Duke was obsessed with time and ordered the four clock faces to be built so that no one in his regiment had an excuse to be late.

This Halifax icon has been in operation since October 20, 1803.

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5. Meander Along Halifax Harbourwalk

If the weather permits or even if not, take a stroll along the Halifax Harbourwalk that extends nearly two miles into downtown Halifax. Along the way you might see a majestic tall ship moored alongside the walk.

You’ll pass lovely cafes and trendy pubs, aromatic chocolate shops and upscale souvenir stores.

Be sure to purchase a decorative box of freshly-made fudge to take back to the ship. It’s a sweet treat that you can’t find on board.

Take a left turn at Prince Street and continue a short distance to Lower Water Street to the Brewery Market. Here you can learn the process of beer making, and sample a few during the tour.

6. Tour Keith’s Brewery Market

Once you reach Lower Water Street, you can’t miss Alexander Keith’s Brewery. Located in a 200-year old ironstone brewery, Keith’s tours take guests back in time to explain the beer-making process that began here in 1820. Music, beer tasting and a good time for all. 

Brewery tours begin every hour on the hour from noon until the last tour at 7PM. Your ship may have sailed by then!

7. Stop by Fairview Lawn Cemetary

A bit of the macabre awaits those who venture over to Fairview Lawn Cemetery. This is where 120 victims of the RMS Titanic disaster are buried.

Staggered rows of square granite headstones all have the same date of death inscribed: April 15, 1912. Of the 120 victims recovered, only two-thirds were ever identified.

Because Halifax, Nova Scotia was the nearest port to the sinking, rescue ships were dispatched from the seaport, only to return with the 120 bodies and bits of personal belongings. The cemetery has become a popular tourist attraction in recent years.

It is possible to visit both Peggy’s Cove, explore downtown Halifax on a self-guided walking tour and still have time to meander along the Harbourwalk. Remember to buy some homemade chocolates and fudge, too.

8. Discover the Historic Properties Development

Located along the waterfront, authentically restored early 18th century stone and wooden buildings are nestled in an area that was once the core of the Halifax sea trade. 

Here you’ll find fashion-forward boutiques, busy pubs and outdoor cafés that line the cobblestone streets.

9. Stop by St. Paul’s Church

St. Paul’s Church was the first Protestant Church in Canada built in 1749. Take a look inside to find the piece of metal that was lodged in the church’s wall. It’s a piece of shrapnel that was blasted into the church when two ships collided in Halifax Harbor causing the Explosion of 1917. It was the largest munitions explosion in the world at that time. 

10. Maritime Museum of the Atlantic

Continue your walk along Lower Water Street and you’ll end up at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. Nova Scotia’s rich historic maritime past is remembered as well as it houses a permanent Titantic exhibit.

The Titanic Exhibit begins with the construction of the “unsinkable ship” and culminates with the story of the rescue of 120 bodies brought to Halifax when the ship sank on April 15, 1912. There are Titanic artifacts, a child’s pair of shoes and you can even sit in a salvaged deck chair from the Titanic.

A popular attraction for children is the Theodore Tugboat exhibit, especially if they need to burn off a little energy. Sort of like Thomas the Tank Engine but a ship not a train.

If you’re curious about the 1917 mega-explosion that occurred in Halifax, there’s a display at the museum that goes into detail about the two-ship collision. Also on display is a 1,000-pound anchor from one of the exploding ships that was found some 2 1/2 miles from the site of the disaster. 

11. Stroll Through the Beautiful Parks in Halifax

Halifax is not only cosmopolitan and home to several top-notch universities, the city is also know for its beautiful sprawling parks. Point Pleasant Park covers 186-acres and is the city’s oldest park. There’s also a lighthouse at Maugher’s Beach.

The other popular park is Victorian Public Gardens, lined with trees planted by visiting royalty. It’s a 17-acre park right in the middle of the city and has been there since the Victorian age. 

Now that you know what I think are the best things to do in Halifax, I hope this makes it easier for you to plan your one day in port.

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Hi Elizabeth, Thank you for reading my Halifax article. You may be able to book an independent tour to Peggy’s Cove lighthouse, but it’s a bit of a drive to get there. The ship’s tour to the lighthouse really makes it easier. Or you might be able to just rent a car but I’ve never done that in Canada. Viator might have a tour, too. As far as finding a vendor portside to take you to Peggy’s Cove, I really don’t have the answer. However you decide to go, have a wonderful day. It’s a great shore excursion. Thank you again for your question.

Thank you! Very helpful. Just wondering if i can book a your yo the lighthouse locally when we get off the ship Thank you Liz

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The Essential Halifax Tour (HX68)

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Sorry if the links don't work, but the names and numbers are correct. From the descriptions they seem to be the same tour but one is $49 and one is $59. Anybody know? Or know how I can find out? (As I said, I've e-mailed Celebrity, but haven't gotten a response. Their automated reply basically says we'll get to you whenever we get to you - no more 48 hour turnaround.)

And yes, I know we could do private excursions, etc., but DH is not comfortable with that and really wants to do the hop on/hop off because he has done that in cities where he has traveled for business.

Thanks in advance!

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Since I haven't received a reply from Celebrity (surprise, surprise) I thought I'd see if anyone here could help. I am trying to figure out the difference between   Big Pink Bus - Hop On/Hop Off (HX07)   http://www.celebritycruises.com/plan-a-cruise/shore-excursions/productDetails?productCode=HX07&productId=200000000002694955   and   The Essential Halifax Tour (HX68)   http://www.celebritycruises.com/plan-a-cruise/shore-excursions/productDetails?productCode=HX68&productId=100000002263136545   Sorry if the links don't work, but the names and numbers are correct. From the descriptions they seem to be the same tour but one is $49 and one is $59. Anybody know? Or know how I can find out? (As I said, I've e-mailed Celebrity, but haven't gotten a response. Their automated reply basically says we'll get to you whenever we get to you - no more 48 hour turnaround.)   And yes, I know we could do private excursions, etc., but DH is not comfortable with that and really wants to do the hop on/hop off because he has done that in cities where he has traveled for business.   Thanks in advance!

Hi I believe that the tour company is called Ambassatours and they may be able to help you out. You should be able to find them on the website. I live here in Halifax so I will try and see what I can find out for you.

Halifax is a lovely city. We have been their twice, and with all the history there, I would take a good city tour so you do not miss anything. There is an interesting cemetery from the Titanic which you do not want to miss. Also some good museums on the waterfront. Enjoy

Other than price there doesn't seem to be a difference.

Halifax is a beautiful city (I lived there for 20+yrs) and I'm sure you'll see a lot of it on the hop on hop off. You may also want to consider the Harbour Hopper http://www.mtcw.ca/harbourhopper/index.php It's a fun tour which includes a quick "cruise" through the harbour.

Much of what you may want to see will be within walking distance of the ship.

Thank you Carmen and Pam. I found them online, but they only list one Hop On/Hop Off. I will try to call or e-mail them.

Thanks again for the info on Ambassatours. I e-mailed them and they replied very quickly with the info in question.

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