Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 Admission & Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

French

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More than a national museum and national historic site. Our interactive exhibitions have activities for all ages. Immerse yourself in our history and learn about the courage, hope, hardship, and resilience at the heart of the immigrant experience. Located on the Halifax waterfront.

THINGS TO DO

- STEP INTO THE PAST to experience what it was like to immigrate to Canada through historic Pier 21 with an English or French guided tour. Walk in the footsteps of nearly one million immigrants who arrived here from 1928-1971.

- DISCOVER OVER 400 YEARS OF HISTORY in our Canadian Immigration Story exhibition, including an immersive 10-minute multimedia presentation showcasing contributions from remarkable Canadian immigrants.

- UNCOVER YOUR FAMILY’S STORY with the help of our expert researchers at the Scotiabank Family History Centre.

- NEW EXHIBITION – eat make share: a taste of immigration from May 10th, 2025 to January 18th, 2026.

- SHOP Canadian treasures at our Museum Boutique.

- Café

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

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

Access to all Museum's exhibitions, Guided tour, Museum Boutique, Scotiabank Family History Centre

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting points

Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21

1055 Marginal Rd, Halifax Canada

End points

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21

Discover why the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 is one of the top-rated things to do in Halifax. Learn and explore about Canada's ongoing immigration through first-hand stories. NEW EXHIBITION OPEN NOW - eat make share: a taste of immigration. Discover the surprising histories of Canadian foods we love and so much more! The museum is located on Halifax's waterfront in the national historic site of Pier 21.. Step into the past and experience what it was like to immigrate to Canada. Join a passionate guide for a tour in English or French of the Pier 21 Story Exhibition. Your admission includes access to all exhibitions. Follow the evolution of immigration to Canada in the Canadian Immigration Story Exhibition. One of the museum's expert researchers can help you uncover your family's journey at the Scotiabank Family History Centre. You can also shop Canadian treasures at the museum's one-of-a-kind gift shop. Book in advance and enjoy flexible admission.

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