Peggy’s Cove & Titanic Cemetery: Half Day Tour from Halifax

Summary

Halifax coastlines, lighthouse views & Titanic history in one afternoon

You’ll breathe in Atlantic air at Peggy’s Cove, wander among colorful boats and weathered rocks, then hear real Titanic stories at Fairview Lawn Cemetery. With a local guide and small group pace, there’s room for quiet moments — plus pickup and comfy transport make it easy to just take it all in.

What’s the experience like?

“You ever seen waves slam rocks like that?” That’s what our driver, Mike, asked as we pulled up to Peggy’s Cove. I just shook my head — you could smell the sea before you even opened the van door. The wind whipped my hair everywhere and the lighthouse looked smaller than I’d pictured, perched on those pale boulders. We wandered through the fishing village for a bit; I tried talking to a local who was untangling lobster traps (I think he said something about the weather but honestly, his accent was thick and friendly). There was chowder on offer at one of the shacks — salty, creamy, with a bit of dill. I still think about that taste.

The drive out from Halifax took maybe an hour and a half? It went by fast — Mike told stories about shipwrecks and pointed out where the trees thin out because of old storms. The main keyword here is “small group” — there were only six of us, so it never felt rushed or crowded. At Peggy’s Cove, we had time to scramble over rocks and just watch the ocean do its thing. My shoes got soaked (should’ve checked the tide), but honestly it made me laugh more than anything.

After that we headed back toward Halifax for Fairview Lawn Cemetery. There’s this hush when you walk in — not spooky, just… heavy with stories. Our guide explained how Halifax became part of Titanic history; apparently recovery ships left right from here. The rows of simple gray stones are arranged like a ship’s hull if you look from above (Mike showed us on his phone). There’s one grave marked “Unknown Child” that everyone stopped at for a second longer than usual. I didn’t expect to feel much but it kind of sits with you after.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Visit Peggy's Cove and Titanic Cemetery

• Drive along St. Margaret's Bay coastline
• Explore Peggy's Cove lighthouse and village
• Sample local seafood at Peggy's Cove
• Drive back to Halifax
• Visit Fairview Lawn Cemetery Titanic graves
• Learn Titanic victims' stories at cemetery

Top questions

How long does the Peggy's Cove & Titanic Cemetery tour last?

This half-day tour lasts approximately 4 hours including driving time between Halifax, Peggy's Cove, and Fairview Lawn Cemetery.

Is transportation included from Halifax?

Yes, private transportation with air conditioning is included throughout the tour.

How much time do we spend at Peggy's Cove?

You’ll have about one hour to explore Peggy's Cove during the tour.

What makes Fairview Lawn Cemetery significant?

Fairview Lawn Cemetery is where 121 victims of the Titanic disaster are buried; it holds the largest concentration of Titanic graves in the world.

Is this tour suitable for all fitness levels?

Yes, this small group tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels.

Are meals or snacks included?

No meals are included but you’ll have free time at Peggy’s Cove to purchase local seafood or snacks if you wish.

How many people are in each group?

This is a small group shared tour; groups are kept small to avoid crowds and allow more personal attention from your guide.

What’s included

Your day includes comfortable private transportation from Halifax with air conditioning, guided narration throughout both Peggy’s Cove and Fairview Lawn Cemetery stops, plus plenty of time to explore each site without feeling rushed before returning together in the afternoon.