Halifax & Peggy's Cove tour: Small-group lighthouse visit

The Noon Gun fires daily at Citadel Hill, and you'll be there to hear it.

A small-group sightseeing tour of Halifax and Peggy's Cove covers five stops across five hours: the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, Citadel Hill with its panoramic harbour views, Peggy's Point Lighthouse on the rugged coast, Fairview Lawn Cemetery (final resting place of 121 Titanic victims), and Halifax Public Gardens. A live English-speaking guide leads the tour. Hotel pickup is included. Bottled water is provided.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Maritime Museum of the Atlantic25m
2. Fairview Lawn Cemetery20m
3. Halifax Public Gardens20m

Halifax and Peggy’s Cove sightseeing

• Visit Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
• Explore Citadel Hill and view harbour
• Stop at Fairview Lawn Cemetery
• Walk through Halifax Public Gardens
• Discover Peggy’s Cove and lighthouse

The experience

Five hours takes you through Halifax's layered history and out to one of Nova Scotia's most photographed landmarks. The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic anchors the morning: Canada's oldest and largest maritime museum, where you'll see artifacts from the Titanic, the Halifax Explosion, naval history, and the region's shipbuilding past. From there, Citadel Hill offers a 20-minute stop with a 360-degree view of Halifax Harbour and the chance to witness the Noon Gun if your tour timing aligns with noon.

Peggy's Cove gets a full hour. The famous Peggy's Point Lighthouse sits on the rocky Atlantic shore, and the fishing village around it has the kind of weathered charm that fills camera rolls. You'll have time to walk the rocks, explore the village, and absorb the view without rushing. The small-group format (the operator emphasizes this against the crowded large-bus alternative) means the pace stays relaxed and you're not herded through each stop.

The cemetery visit is brief but deliberate: Fairview Lawn holds 121 Titanic victims in simple granite markers, a sobering reminder of the 1912 disaster and its connection to Halifax. The tour closes at Halifax Public Gardens, a Victorian garden that opened in 1836 and remains one of Canada's finest: ponds, statues, flower beds, and walking paths in the heart of the city. A live guide narrates throughout. Pickup from your hotel is included, and bottled water travels with you.

What’s included

• Bottled water.
• live English-speaking guide.
• hotel pickup.
• access to five attractions (Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, Citadel Hill, Peggy's Cove Lighthouse, Fairview Lawn Cemetery, and Halifax Public Gardens).

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:30 and 12:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (18 to 59 years) · Senior (60 and older) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Infant (under 3)

GroupUp to 7

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Nova Connect Tours

Is this one for you?Choose this if you prefer a small group that stops longer at each site rather than moving quickly through a large-bus tour.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (under 3).

What is the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, and what will I see there?

The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic is Canada's oldest and largest maritime museum, housed in Halifax's waterfront. You'll see historic boats, ship models, photographs, and artifacts telling Nova Scotia's connection to the sea, including exhibits on the Titanic, the Halifax Explosion, naval history, and shipbuilding.

Can I actually hear the Noon Gun at Citadel Hill?

Yes, if your tour reaches Citadel Hill around noon, you'll hear the famous Noon Gun, fired daily at 12:00 p.m. as part of a tradition dating back centuries. The timing depends on your pickup and the tour's pace, so it's not guaranteed, but it's a real possibility on most departures.

How much time do I get at Peggy's Cove?

Peggy's Cove gets a full hour. That's enough time to walk around the Peggy's Point Lighthouse, explore the fishing village, photograph the Atlantic coastline, and sit with the view without feeling rushed.

What is Fairview Lawn Cemetery, and why is it on the tour?

Fairview Lawn Cemetery is the final resting place of 121 victims of the Titanic disaster. Most graves are marked with simple granite stones, and the site draws visitors from around the world. The cemetery also holds graves connected to other pivotal moments in Halifax's history.

Is hotel pickup included, and do I need to arrange my own transportation?

Hotel pickup is included in the tour price. If you're staying near Halifax, the guide will collect you from your accommodation. Public transportation options are also available nearby if you prefer to meet the tour at a central point.