Halifax Explosion Smartphone Audio Walking Tour
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Is Halifax Explosion Smartphone Audio Walking Tour worth booking?
Halifax Explosion Smartphone Audio Walking Tour is a 1.5-hour experience in Halifax, Canada, from $12 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 3.5/5 (4)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $12 per person
Join tour guide Jeff on your smartphone as you discover one of the greatest tragedies in Canadian history. You'll not only see historical sites & landmarks, but hear stories of survival & perseverance during the 1917 Hal
What you get
- Download on WIFI before (no signal required or data used during tour)
- Live GPS map shows route & your location
- Flexible dates - tour is yours to keep and enjoy anytime on Tripvia Tours.
- Customer Service via Phone & Email
- Trivia questions at each stop (optional)
- Tour guide commentary automatically plays at each point of interest
About this experience
Join tour guide Jeff on your smartphone as you discover one of the greatest tragedies in Canadian history. You'll not only see historical sites & landmarks, but hear stories of survival & perseverance during the 1917 Halifax Explosion. You'll see the Memorial Bell Tower, Hydrostone District, learn about the miracle of Ashpan Annie, the adventures of Billy Wells, the ensuing tsunami & much more! 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 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. It’s yours! Enjoy anytime, not just on your booking date. Stop & start anywhere along route. The number of travelers selected is the number of devices you can download the tour to. Trust the platform with over 75 tours & 25,000+ happy customers.
What's included
Included
- Download on WIFI before (no signal required or data used during tour)
- Live GPS map shows route & your location
- Flexible dates - tour is yours to keep and enjoy anytime on Tripvia Tours.
- Customer Service via Phone & Email
- Trivia questions at each stop (optional)
- Tour guide commentary automatically plays at each point of interest
Not included
- Smartphone/tablet/headphones (audio will play from device speaker)
- **Recommended attractions may be closed/inaccessible due to season or reasons beyond our control.
What you'll see and do
Join tour guide Jeff as you discover one of the greatest tragedies in Canadian history. You'll not only see historical sites & landmarks, but hear the stories of survival & perseverance that surfaced during the 1917 Halifax Explosion. During the 5km tour you'll see the Memorial Bell Tower, Hydrostone District & various memorials, learn about the miracle of Ashpan Annie, the adventure of Billy Wells, the ensuing Tsunami & much more! Live 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 location based trivia game. After the commentary plays, look at your device and tap your guess at the answer. Keep the professional tour guide experience, ditch the crowded tour groups, tight schedules and high prices. It’s yours! Enjoy anytime, not just on your booking date. Stop & start anywhere along route. Note: the number of travelers you select is the number of devices you can download the tour to.
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Three moments in time...we'll tell you about the memorial to the Catholic Parish of St Joseph’s.
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We'll tell you how the park began as military grounds to it's rebuilding of a neighbourhood park and memorial today.
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SS MONT BLANC, SS IMO & THE EXPLOSION. Here we'll tell you about the ships involved and the events leading up to the explosion.
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Halifax Explosion Memorial Bell Tower
We'll tell you about the impressive monument to the people of Halifax and Dartmouth, who experienced first-hand, the devastation of the Halifax explosion.
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Fort Needham Memorial Park
RICHMOND STAIRCASE. We'll tell you the symbolism of the staircase and railings, into which are the names of businesses that were destroyed in the blast.
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RICHMOND SCHOOL. Here we'll tell you how this building, originally built to house a school, was constructed immediately after the explosion and the tragedy of the Roome School.
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SECRET OF THE TREES. We'll tell what secret made them infamous in lumber mills from Canada to the southern states of America.
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THE STORY OF FRANCIS MACKEY. You'll hear his story, the pilot onboard the Mont-Blanc, and how his life was profoundly changed after the explosion.
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ROBIE STREET WATER RESERVOIR. We'll tell you about the reservoir, built in 1913, it's survival as well as it's special designation.
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PATRICIA & HER CREW. Here stands a monument to the firefighters of Halifax who lost their lives on that day in 1917. We'll tell you a bit about the "Patricia" as well.
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FIRE & ICE & BLACK RAIN. As you are walking, we'll talk about the horrific conditions the explosion and weather caused for the survivors.
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TSUNAMI. We'll tell you how it swept up this hillside and would have reached your feet had you been standing here then.
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HOUSE HOLES AND THE RAZING OF RICHMOND. You'll see the changes in the land around you and hear about the ghostly markers of where people once lived and died.
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VINCENT COLEMAN. Hear why Haligonians will always remember Vincent Coleman as a hero who is credited with potentially saved hundreds of lives
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CAMPBELL ROAD as it was once know, was a simple wide dirt road lined with shops and houses. We'll tell you a bit about it.
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ASHPAN ANNIE. We've got a wonderful surprise at this stop - good news about a baby’s miraculous survival!!
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We'll tell about the controversy around this structure and why it ended up being built here.
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THE AMAZING ADVENTURE OF BILLY WELLS. We'll tell you his incredible story.
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HALIFAX PROTESTANT ORPHANAGE. You'll see a colourful memorial on the white picket fence painted by the children of the Veith House.
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THE ROYAL NAVY COLLEGE once stood across the road, we'll tell you how the efficiency of the co-commander helped everyone survive.
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TO THE RESCUE. We'll tell you about the amazing help Halifax received from around the world and a tradition that is still followed today.
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HYDROSTONE DISTRICT. You'll hear about the town planner and how he brought the idea of English garden cities to Halifax.
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QUAINT FUNCIONALITY - THE HYDROSTONE'S BACK LANES. Hear about the reason for "back-lane" business!
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DESIGN: TUDOR REVIVAL. As you walk along you'll see a block of rowhouse cottages, built using the English style, for surviving families.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Halifax
The tour begins and ends at Hydrostone Park.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour begins and ends at Hydrostone Park.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tripvia Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 15+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 57
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Halifax Explosion Smartphone Audio Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Halifax.
How much does Halifax Explosion Smartphone Audio Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $12 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Halifax usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Halifax Explosion Smartphone Audio Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Halifax is not rushed.
Is Halifax Explosion Smartphone Audio Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.5/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Halifax, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Halifax Explosion Smartphone Audio Walking Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Halifax Explosion Smartphone Audio Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 15. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 1.5-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Halifax Explosion Smartphone Audio Walking Tour?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Halifax can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Halifax and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Halifax Explosion Smartphone Audio Walking Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Halifax within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Halifax?
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On Outty we rank every Halifax experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Wine and Lunch Escape, Small Group Tour - Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, the Annapolis Valley, Best of Halifax 3 Hr Ebike Tour with Tour Guide. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Halifax?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Halifax?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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