Overview
Available languages
55 minutes
Mobile ticket
Get a snapshot of Halifax’s classic sights in an unconventional way — on a 55 minute Harbour Hopper tour. You'll travel on both land and water aboard a renovated amphibious Vietnam War vehicle. Drive by St Paul’s Cathedral, Citadel Hill and the Victorian beauty of Halifax Public Gardens, and then splash into Halifax Harbour for great views of the waterfront. Your knowledgeable driver and marine pilot livens up the ride with engaging tales and naval history, and offers pointers on where to head next during your stay in the seaside city.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
What To Expect
Harbour Hopper Tours
Ribbit Ribbit! All aboard Atlantic Canada's most popular tour – a fun, fast-paced adventure that introduces you to the best of Halifax by land and sea!
Halifax Public Gardens
Sitting 10 feet high, you'll have an exclusive view of our historic, vibrant city’s famous sights, such as the Halifax Public Gardens
Options
Best Value Pricing
Discounted Harbour Hopper Tour
Harbour Hopper Peak Season
Harbour Hopper June Pricing
What‘s Included
Guided Tour
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drink
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1,320 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very informative and...
Alex B,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative and funny. Good job to the 2 Krisses! I highly recommend the tour and the operator.
Fun experience
371aislinnc,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really good experience and a lot of fun! Definitely a unique way to see the city and learn some things. Lots of fun stories and humour, really good captain/driver Geoff, super friendly and helpful and tour guide (I have forgotten his name :() was great too and informative!
Harbour Hopper Halifax was a nice intro to the city
Alex L,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00The Harbour Hopper tour gave great views of the city and waterway. The only criticism was that the depth of the history and sights could have been better on this excursion.
Different Experience
N5850ABjamesg,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Good experience to talk about. To short a trip to get a full description of what we were looking at. Would be a great time for kids.
Day in Halifax
Linda R,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It’s a fun way to explore Halifax on land and sea. The guide was knowledgeable and entertaining. Dress in layers the Harbour part of the tour can be chilly.
Very nice tour and the guide was very friendly. Download the "audiome" app for a virtual guide in several languages.
mambolieu,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very nice city tour and on the water. In French if you have the "audiome" app. I recommend it! If you want to get wet, stay below, otherwise stay above!
Great tour!!
Twinacresaz,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Riley was a fantastic tour guide…very informative and friendly. Five stars for sure!
The Hopper
453thresad,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great time on the Hopper. Learned a lot from the tour and beautiful site from the bay.
Boatload of fun!
waynenJ5521AR,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Just an all round fun thing to do. Guides were really good.
Great tour for all ages
mommabear228,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great for all ages. Went on a cool day Abby and Jeff guided us through the streets and waters of Halifax. Learned a lot and had a lot of fun great job
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