• Halifax - Here are the highlights from the three walking tours included in this package. In total, enjoy over 85 audio stories with our trio of immersive, self-guided audio tours exploring the Halifax Explosion, historic churches, gardens, graveyards, the boardwalk, and the lively seaport.
• Hydrostone Park - Join tour guide Jeff as you uncover one of the most significant tragedies in Canadian history. You’ll not only visit historical sites and landmarks but also hear stories of survival and resilience that emerged during the 1917 Halifax Explosion.
• Samuel Cunard Statue - Discover the story of Samuel Cunard from the man himself! Well, it’s actually our tour guide impersonating him, but it’s still very informative and a lot of fun!
• Discovery Centre - Explore the Discovery Centre! We’ll provide all the details about the brand new interactive exhibit. All attractions along the tour are optional, giving you the freedom to visit and resume the tour at your convenience.
• The Emigrant Statue - A statue of a man holding a suitcase. Surely there’s more to it than that, right? Indeed, there is! We’ll share all the details with you.
• The Way Things Are - No, your eyes aren’t deceiving you… those light posts are indeed crooked. We’ll explain the inspiration behind this famous sculpture.
• Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - Enjoy the stunning harbour view from the comfort of a hammock! We’ll guide you on where to go and be there when you wake up from your seaside nap.
• Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 - Welcome to Pier 21, the entry point for many immigrants from distant lands to Canada. Nearly a million people arrived here between 1928 and 1971 to start new lives.
• HMCS Sackville - Experience what it was like to be a sailor fighting at sea during World War II! We’ll provide insights about the ship and museum. If you’re curious, you can always explore further.
• The Dockyard Clock - Witness Canada’s oldest working clock, which has been keeping time for over 250 years! The nine-foot pendulum housed in the base is powered by a 250-pound weight.
• Holy Cross Cemetery - As you wander through the historic graveyard, we’ll share the story of the lost grave of William Condon.
• Victoria Park - As you stroll through this magnificent urban garden, we’ll provide insights about it! There are numerous points of interest to explore here.
• Cathedral Church of all Saints - We’ll highlight this church across the street and share a little about a mice issue it might have.
• Halifax Public Gardens - You’ll see the tall wrought iron gate leading into the Halifax Public Gardens, a designated National Historic Site. Here, you’ll find a formal garden preserving the Victorian era style.
• Griffin’s Pond - While walking along what was once a swampy wasteland, you’ll encounter ducks and geese and even a quiet spot to sit and learn some history of the pond.
• Armoury Place - We’ll share the story of the enormous Halifax Armoury, built in 1895 as a drill hall for volunteer militia, and its current use.
• Old Town Clock - You’ll learn why Prince Edward, Commander in Chief of the military, commissioned this clock to be built.
• 1508 Barrington St - Discover a Gothic Revival Cathedral and how the effects of the 1917 Halifax Explosion are still evident today.
• Old Burying Ground - We’ll tell you the age of the cemetery and some history of this small hectare of land. Take a moment to walk among stones etched with poignant tributes to those who passed centuries ago.
• Halifax Seaport Farmer’s Market - Visit the oldest continuously operating farmers market in all of North America.
• Halifax Explosion Memorial Bell Tower - We’ll share details about the impressive monument dedicated to the people of Halifax and Dartmouth, who experienced the devastation of the Halifax explosion firsthand.
• Fort Needham Memorial Park - RICHMOND STAIRCASE. We’ll explain the symbolism of the staircase and railings, which bear the names of businesses destroyed in the blast.
• 3365 Robie St - THE STORY OF FRANCIS MACKEY. You’ll hear the story of the pilot onboard the Mont-Blanc and how his life was profoundly changed after the explosion.
• M99W+82 Halifax - FIRE & ICE & BLACK RAIN. As you walk, we’ll discuss the horrific conditions the explosion and weather created for the survivors.
• St. Joseph’s Square - Three moments in time… we’ll share the story of the memorial to the Catholic Parish of St Joseph’s.
• Canada Family Court - RICHMOND SCHOOL. Here, we’ll explain how this building, originally constructed to house a school, was built immediately after the explosion and the tragedy of the Roome School.
• M97V+Q8 Halifax - SECRET OF THE TREES. We’ll reveal what secret made them infamous in lumber mills from Canada to the southern states of America.
• IRVING SHIPBUILDING INC. - We’ll discuss the controversy surrounding this structure and why it was built here.
• Hennessey Place - DESIGN: TUDOR REVIVAL. As you walk along, you’ll see a block of rowhouse cottages, built in the English style, for surviving families.
• The Piazza at Bishop’s Landing - We’ll point out the ‘Fountain at Bishop’s Landing’, a popular spot to cool off on a warm summer day.
• Hydrostone Market - We conclude our tour here at the Hydrostone Market. This tour focused not on monuments or buildings but on the people who lived through that dreadful day and those who rushed to assist them. We hope their stories inspire you. Our starting point is just across the road in the park.

• Audio directions + live GPS map showing route & location
• No time constraints, take as long as you like to complete the tour
• Download on WIFI before (no signal required or data used during tour)
• Flexible dates - tour is yours to keep and enjoy anytime
• Customer Service via Phone & Email
• Tour guide commentary automatically plays at each point of interest
• Tours included: ‘Halifax Explosions’, ‘Churches, Gardens, & Graveyards’, & ‘Boardwalk & Seaport’

• Attraction tickets
• Smartphone or tablet
• **Recommended attractions may be closed/inaccessible due to season or reasons beyond our control.

Experience Halifax like never before with a smartphone-guided tour, offering three thrilling walking tours! Discover over 75 points of interest and listen to the stories Halifax has to share.

• Halifax Boardwalk & Seaport
• Halifax Churches, Gardens & Graveyards
• Discover the Halifax Explosion of 1917

There’s no rush to complete all the tours in one day. Enjoy them at your own pace, on any date or time that suits you.

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