Halifax self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt
Traveler rating
4.0/5
Based on 2 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Halifax self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt worth booking?
Halifax self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt is a 2-hour experience in Halifax, Canada, from $10 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 4/5 (2)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $10 per person
Looking for things to do in Halifax, Nova Scotia? Our Tourist Scavenger Hunt will take you from the public gardens to Halifax Harbor and its museums, by way of the Citadel! Buy either a single or a group ticket. You will have to solve challenges at every stop along the way to discover your next destination. At each step, you will learn a little history as well as interesting facts about what surrounds you. The Port of Halifax Tourist Scavenger Hunt is a 4.7 km / 2.92 mi walking tour with challenges along the way. It should take you 3 hours to complete. A fun learning experience See the sights! Learn some local history Challenge your knowledge Fun for all ages, kids included Start whenever you are ready, from your smartphone – no fixed schedule Take as little, or as much time as you wish to complete your hunt Buy 1 scavenger hunt for your party of 1 to 6 people.
What you get
About this experience
Looking for things to do in Halifax, Nova Scotia? Our Tourist Scavenger Hunt will take you from the public gardens to Halifax Harbor and its museums, by way of the Citadel! Buy either a single or a group ticket. You will have to solve challenges at every stop along the way to discover your next destination. At each step, you will learn a little history as well as interesting facts about what surrounds you. The Port of Halifax Tourist Scavenger Hunt is a 4.7 km / 2.92 mi walking tour with challenges along the way. It should take you 3 hours to complete. A fun learning experience See the sights! Learn some local history Challenge your knowledge Fun for all ages, kids included Start whenever you are ready, from your smartphone – no fixed schedule Take as little, or as much time as you wish to complete your hunt Buy 1 scavenger hunt for your party of 1 to 6 people.
What's included
Included
- Scavenger hunt instructions on your smartphone (data required)
- 24/7 customer support
- 22 varied challenges
- 26 locations seen
Not included
- You can pause the activity to visit any of the locations along the tour route.
- This tour is strictly exterior sightseeing, you need not enter any of the locations seen on it..
What you'll see and do
Halifax Public Gardens
Discover Halifax's Public Gardens and solve a simple challenge to start your activity. 5 minutes here 5 minutes to your next destination
10 minutes here
Learn about the Canadian Armed Forces' presence in Halifax as you walk past several of their buildings. Solve challenges while here. 5 minutes here 5 minutes to get to your next destination.
Pass by without stopping
Halifax Citadel National Historic Site
Walk up the hill to admire Halifax's old citadel fortification. Learn about its history and numerous re-constructions. Take in a 360-degree view of the surrounding area. This is the highest point in the city. Solve a few challenges while you're here. 15 minutes walking around the area.
Pass by without stopping
Old Town Clock
Walk past the Old Town Clock on your way down to Brunswick St. Solve a challenge here. 5 minutes
Pass by without stopping
Scotiabank Centre
Walk by the Scotiabank Centre and learn about the city's sports teams. Solve a challenge here. 5 minutes here 5 minutes walking to your next destination.
Pass by without stopping
Grand Parade
Admire the many monuments around Grand Parade, a central park in the oldest part of Halifax. Solve 2 challenges 10 minutes here
10 minutes here
Halifax City Hall
Admire and learn about Halifax City Hall, and solve a challenge. 5 minutes here
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Cross Grand Parade to see this small white church, and learn about its history. Also learn about the 1917 Harbor Explosion, of which 1 piece of ship's wood is still embedded inside the church! Solve a challenge here. 10 minutes here. 5 minutes to your next destination
15 minutes here
Province House
Walk by and admire Province House, where the government of Nova Scotia sits to legislate. Learn about its history, and what Charles Dickens did here in 1841. Solve 2 challenges here. 10 minutes here
Pass by without stopping
Art Gallery of Nova Scotia
Across the street, you'll find the province's Art Gallery. Solve a challenge here as well. 5 minutes here 5 minutes to the next destination
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Walk to the waterfront and solve a challenge about the blue dockyard clock. 5 minutes here
5 minutes here
Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
Walk across a few wharves to the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. Learn about some of the islands in Halifax Harbor, and solve a maritime flag-related challenge. 15 minutes
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HMCS Sackville
Approach the warship, the HMCS Sackville, a World War II Corvette. Learn about its history and solve a challenge. Then pay attention to surrounding monuments to learn about the rich Irish history of this part of Halifax. 15 minutes here.
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Alexander Keith's Brewery
Walk by this important brewery and learn about this neighborhood called Irishtown. Solve a few challenges before returning to the waterfront. 10 minutes
Pass by without stopping
Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
Walk along the waterfront to the Seaport farmer's market. You'll encounter a few monuments, each revealing some part of the city's history, and a different challenge to solve.
10 minutes here
Halifax Seaport Farmer's Market
This is also the cruise ship terminal. Learn about Samuel Cunard, one of the city's most famous sailors, and solve a challenge.
10 minutes here
Walk to the train station, to solve another challenge and learn about how the railroad reached Halifax.
10 minutes here
Walk away from the train station through this beautiful park. Learn about its Ukranian monument and solve a challenge.
5 minutes here
Government House
Walk 5 minutes north to Government House, the official residence of the province's Lieutenant Governor (the local representative of the King of England). Solve a challenge while here. 10 minutes
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Continue walking to the next intersection where you'll find this beautiful cathedral. Learn its history and solve a challenge here.
10 minutes here
Halifax Central Library
Walk past the old central library on your right, to find the beautiful new one on your left. Solve a challenge here.
10 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Halifax
Once you're standing outside the Halifax Cruise Terminal, and have completed the transaction with our website, follow the start instructions in the "Order Complete" email.
Meeting point
Halifax
Once you're standing outside the Lord Nelson Hotel, and have completed the transaction with our website, follow the start instructions in the "Order Complete" email.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Once you're standing outside the Halifax Cruise Terminal, and have completed the transaction with our website, follow the start instructions in the "Order Complete" email.
Ends at
Once you're standing outside the Lord Nelson Hotel, and have completed the transaction with our website, follow the start instructions in the "Order Complete" email.
Options you can book
Halifax tour Single ticket
Scavenger Hunt Individual Tkt: This option is a self-guided walking tour with challenges at every stop, available as an individual ticket. Starting point: The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites, 1515 South Park St, Halifax, NS B3J 2L2, Canada
Halifax Port Single Ticket
Scavenger Hunt Individual Tkt: This option is a self-guided walking tour with challenges at every stop, available as an individual ticket. Starting point: 1215 Marginal Rd, Halifax, NS B3H 4P8, Canada
Port of Halifax Group ticket
Different start location: This is the exact same tour, but starting/ending at the Cruise terminal, instead of the Lord Nelson Hotel. Scavenger Hunt Group Option: This option is a self-guided walking tour with challenges at every stop, for groups of up to 6 people. Starting point: 1215 Marginal Rd, Halifax, NS B3H 4P8, Canada
Halifax Scavenger Group ticket
Scavenger Hunt Group Option: This option is a self-guided walking tour with challenges at every stop, for groups of up to 6 people. Starting point: The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites, 1515 South Park St, Halifax, NS B3J 2L2, Canada
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, fr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tourist Scavenger Hunt
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for Halifax self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great idea that needs a little work
An account must be created to start the tour. Instructions from one destination to another weren’t always clear but all destinations were interesting. I would say this tour applies more to adults or kids 14 and over.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your feedback
via Viator
A great way to see Halifax and Dartmouth from the water
A great day out on the harbour at 26c. Limited wind but smooth sailing and great commentary. We accidentally booked the wrong day and the team were accommodating to fit us on another sailing.
Response from the operator: Thanks for your wonderful feedback!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $10 to $50
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Tourist Scavenger Hunt, who run 19 experiences we rank across 14 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 54.6.
See everything Tourist Scavenger Hunt runsWhy this scores 57
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Halifax self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Halifax.
How much does Halifax self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt cost?
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Prices start at $10 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 self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt take?
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Plan for about 2 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 self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt 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 (4/5 across 2 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 self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt?
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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 self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Halifax self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt?
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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 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Halifax self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt 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 Small Group Tour - Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, the Annapolis Valley, Wine and Lunch Escape, Half-Day Historical Tour of Halifax. 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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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Halifax self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt?
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Included: Scavenger hunt instructions on your smartphone (data required); 24/7 customer support; 22 varied challenges; and 26 locations seen. Not included: You can pause the activity to visit any of the locations along the tour route; and This tour is strictly exterior sightseeing, you need not enter any of the locations seen o. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Halifax self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt?
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Once you're standing outside the Halifax Cruise Terminal, and have completed the transaction with our website, follow the start instructions in the "Order Complete" email. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Halifax self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt offered in?
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It is offered in English and French. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Halifax self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Halifax self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Transportation options are wheelchair accessible; and All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Halifax self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Halifax. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What booking options are available for Halifax self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt?
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There are 4 options to choose from, including Halifax tour Single ticket, Halifax Port Single Ticket, Port of Halifax Group ticket, Halifax Scavenger Group ticket. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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