Black Wood Tours: Fortress of Louisbourg Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

6 hours

Mobile ticket

Please Note!, We offer 1 tour per ship, so when booking please make sure you book the same time as your ship's arrival. You have 1/2 hour to get to your guide, waiting for you on the dock. If your ship time changes then so does your tour time. Please book the right ship, if your are unsure then email me, thank you,Robert. The Fortress Louisbourg is a living ,working town from the 17th century. They have a bakery, eatery, blacksmith shop, stables and gardens. There is also a native display, as the french befriended the native people with trade and knowledge for furs and food. Blackwood Tours provides a unique tour for the Fortress, sometimes we can provide a french speaking guide if requested.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

All Fees and Taxes

Lunch

Bottled water

Coffee and/or Tea

What To Expect

Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site

Fortress of Louisbourg is a designated historical landmark of Canada.In the 1700's it served as a profound place of significance in the great struggle between France and Britian for the empire. Characters are dressed in colonial wear and carry on the daily lives of the people who lived there in the days of the 1700's. French is the main language spoken by the townspeople unless you need interpretation. After the Fortress tour you will be taken to the Louisbourg Lighthouse, the first lighthouse erected in Canada. On your way back, you will drive along the Mira River, cottage country, great for all types of water sports. The river consists of half salt water and half fresh water. You will pass over Marion Bridge, famous for its song, and a gathering place for concerts and family gatherings. Then you will drive through Membertou First Nation reservation, voted the #1 reservation in Canada for years in a row. Known for its social and economic developments as the Mi"kmaq comminity .

3 hours•Admission Included

Louisbourg Lighthouse

This lighthouse was the first lighthouse erected in Canada. Wonderful views and pictures

45 minutes•Admission Not Applicable

Options

Fortress of Louisbourg Tour

Pickup included

Reviews

4.09

11 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great Day Exploring Fort Louisbourg
Vanessa J,
Oct 2, 2024
- Viator
5.00
We enjoyed our day and Bob was an excellent guide. The Fortress of Louisbourg was interesting. One of our favorite parts was getting out to the lighthouse. There were only a few other people there so it was a great sight to take pictures and enjoy the views of the Harbor.
Not a Happy Camper!!!!
Murray M,
Aug 7, 2024
- Viator
1.00
The tour operator cancelled our tour because not enough people signed up to make it worthwhile for them. Fortunately I found another tour to go on. I have still not received a credit from the operator. I have also contacted Viator and havent heard back from them regarding a refund. Will have to file a claim with my credit card company.
Wonderful!
Michele E,
Oct 7, 2023
- Viator
5.00
Our tour guide/driver Gaston was friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. He provided local insight as well as factual information; answering our questions as a retired educator can. The lunch recommendation was spot on! Especially the seafood chowder was wonderful and yummy 😋. Blackwood Tours is to be commended for a job well done!
Great for those that love history
David R,
Oct 6, 2023
- Viator
5.00
The Fortress of Louisbourg and lighthouse were amazing. Our guide provided great insight into the history and local history. The walking tour of the fortress (not included in the tour) was well worth the time and minimal cost. They provided additional insight into the fortress and that time in history. Highly recommend this tour, especially if you are a student of or love history.
Character actors made Fort life imaginable
Michael L,
Sep 27, 2023
- Viator
4.00
We had good self guided visit of the fort. Arriving in time to hook up with a guided tour would have made this excursion superb. We missed it by 5 minutes. Thank you Robert for advance communications and coordination. Thank you Geoff for the detailed city tour.