The 10 Best Hidden Gems Things to do in Halifax, Halifax Region

January 6, 2022 Renato Branum

Travelers say Halifax is best seen on foot, so park the car and start walking. Immerse yourself in Halifax's rich history at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, and be sure to survey the city from the 18th-century Citadel National Historic Site. Then walk into any of Halifax's great bars and restaurants and catch some live music to round out your day.
Restaurants in Halifax

1. ToursByLocals

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Enjoy exploring Halifax in the company of an insightful, delightful local guide! All tours are private and can be customized to any length and itinerary. Half-day, full-day and multi-day tours of Halifax and the surrounding area: driving and walking tours both available.

2. 5 Star Taxi Tours

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5 Star Taxi Tours

Five Star Taxi Tours is an extended Taxi Service provided by Darrell Downey, a Licensed Taxi Driver for the Halifax Regional Municipality of Halifax. He is a retired Veteran, after 29 years of service with the Regional Police. Darrell was born and raised in this beautiful Historical City of Halifax and it is his love of this city and its surrounding areas, as well as his life experiences, that mak

3. Great E.A.R.T.H Expeditions

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Great E.A.R.T.H Expeditions

We invite you to join us for an eco-tourism adventure in Nova Scotia, Canada. Our eco-tourism and adventure tour company provides superior service and comfort from beginning to end. No need to waste your day planning, let Nova Scotia's #1 rated adventure travel operator do everything for you! Our small group tours ensure that your expedition with us will be the highlight of your vacation. All of our adventure travel tours include transportation, lunch and guiding services that will ensure you have a memorable expedition. We thank you for your interest in our company and we look forward to exploring Canada's Ocean Playground with you.

4. Halifax Titanic Historical Tours

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Halifax Titanic Historical Tours

Halifax Titanic Historical Tours. We Specialize in Memorable, Affordable Narrated Small Group Shared Tours with Four Guests Minimum to Ten Guests Maximum on a Six-Hour Tour of Historic Halifax, Dartmouth & Fisherman's Cove in Eastern Passage. See all that Canada's "Crown Jewel City" has to offer. You will see Titanic and Halifax Explosion sites and hear all the stories and the Miracles of these two Historic Tragedies...We also offer Six Hour Tours of Nova Scotia's South Shore including Lunenburg, Mahone Bay, Chester & Peggy's Cove or Nova Scotia's Beautiful Annapolis Valley, "Tides, Vineyards & Vistas". Your Guide will be Professional, Experienced & Knowledgeable...All Guides are Owner/Operators of Halifax Limousine Companies & Nova Scotia Tourism Industry Certified. Canada/ New England Cruise Ship Pre-Arranged Tours are Welcome. Luxury Vehicles with Coldwater...See and hear about Halifax's Remarkable History in Comfort. Your Safety, Comfort & Enjoyment is Paramount to Us

5. Shakespeare by the Sea

5799 Charles St, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3K 1K7 Canada +1 902-422-0295 http://www.shakespearebythesea.ca/index.html
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Shakespeare by the Sea

6. Halifax Tour Guys

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Halifax Tour Guys

All Tours of Halifax and Peggy's Cove Nova Scotia are customized to your Particular Interests and Time constraints whether Shore Excursion, Convention Tour or a longer stay. Part, full and multi day tours available. All Guides are Vetted. They are Local, Knowledgeable and Experienced. Vehicles are clean, well maintained and smoke free. We provide baby and toddler seats, step ups for ease of getting in and out of our larger vehicles. Recommended as a Travel Destination by National Geographic, Lonely Planet, Fodors, Frommers, Conde Nast, CNN, Huffington Post. Come See for yourself what they are all writing about! Experience first hand a taste of our Maritime Hospitality and visit some of the highlights of our beautiful province.

7. Open Top Private Tours

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Open Top Private Tours

“Open Top Tours” provides visitors a unique and intimate way to enjoy Nova Scotia in 4 X 4 Jeeps. We do have a 6 pax Buick Enclave and acessc to 9, 14, and larger vehicles. We would love to take you on a day tour and excursion to visit local fishing villages, taste our amazing wines or simply relax on our spectacular beaches. Our guides are well versed and will share stories along the way. We are proud to offer you several tour options to suit your pleasure in all seasons. Whether you are in town for business or pleasure you should experience the beauty of Nova Scotia in one of our Open Top Jeeps !

8. Picture Perfect Tours

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Picture Perfect Tours

**TripAdvisor's #1 Photo Tour in Canada, & #1 Tour in Halifax, NS** We're local photographers who will guide you on a visual adventure to explore & linger at our favourite vantage points while offering creative insights to help you capture stunning travel images - no matter your camera or skill level. Book directly on our website to create unique travel photos of Nova Scotia on tours that combine equal parts photography workshop, historical insights, & coastal adventures! Half-Day Tours which include Peggy's Cove, Historic Halifax & the Eastern Shore. Full-Day Tours include Lunenburg, Bay of Fundy, Sable Island & also Custom or Private Adventures for your family, team or event. Your experience is guaranteed to be incredible - & you'll have the pictures to prove it!

9. Alternative Routes

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Alternative Routes

A hop-on-hop-off door-to-door shuttle service of Nova Scotia's South Shore and Annapolis Valley. In one day you can see Peggy's Cove, Mahone Bay, Lunenburg, Wolfville, the Bay of Fundy and more. Or explore a little deeper and take advantage of our hop off option and spend a night or few somewhere. We are an a-la-carte service that allows you to keep your plans flexible and to truly fall in love with Nova Scotia.

10. Go North Tours

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Go North Tours

Go North Tours began in 2009 and has become one of the top tour companies in Nova Scotia. We offer a variety of tours in and around Halifax and famous Peggy's Cove. But we are best known for being the leader in guided wine tours to the wineries in the Annapolis Valley expanding the company to include a division solely for wine tours called Uncork Nova Scotia. We offer daily departures from Halifax and Wolfville with unique experiences for single travelers, couples and groups that include wine tastings, "behind-the-scenes" vineyard and cellar tours, and great local cuisine. Proud Associate Member of the Winery Association of Nova Scotia since 2009 and member of Discover Halifax and Taste of Nova Scotia since 2015. With just 8 people on each tour travelling in a spacious air-conditioned vehicle, you get friendly, personalized service and a comfortably paced day trip. Celebrating our 10th season of tours in 2018! Join us for an unforgettable experience!

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