Halifax Citadel National Historic Site Of Canada

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  • Address: 5425 Sackville Street, Halifax, NS B3J 3Y3, Canada
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  • Timings: 09:00 am - 06:00 pm Details
  • Phone: +1-9024265080
  • Ticket Price: 12 CAD
  • Time Required: 02:00 Hrs
  • Tags: Outdoors, Observatory, Educational Site, Historical Site, Family And Kids, Nature
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A great place to visit for history buffs, the Halifax Citadel is one of Canada’s most iconic historical monuments. The Citadel in its present form was completed in 1856. It was originally built in the 1700s by the British to defend the area’s major naval harbor. The impressive grounds and fortifications give visitors a chance to explore and important piece of Canada’s military history. The Citadel’s Army Museum exhibits soldiers’ uniforms and weapons. The Change of guard takes place every hour and is interesting to watch. Apart from the interesting buildings, the Citadel also puts on a spectacular show for visitors with re-enactments and actors in costume. And for those who want to experience the true life of a soldier in the mid-19th century, the Citadel conducts a “Become a Solider for a Day” program. There is also Coffee Bar and Regimental Shop for snacks and souvenirs.

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Halifax Citadel National Historic Site Of Canada Travel Tips

  • There is an on-site paid parking lot for up to 80 cars located inside the fort’s West Ditch.
  • The site is wheelchair accessible, including the ramparts, the Army Museum, most ground-level exhibits and the washrooms.
  • Halifax Citadel guided tour is 45-60 minutes in length and starts at the Information Centre.
  • Tours are offered throughout the day in both English and French.
  • Public ghost tours are offered Friday and Saturday evenings July 11-October 25, 2014. Additional tours available in September and October.

Entrance Ticket Details For Halifax Citadel National Historic Site Of Canada

  • June 1 to September 15: Adult - $ 11.70 CAD
  • May 7 to May 31 and September 16 to October 31: Adult- $ 7.80 CAD
  • June 1 to September 15: Senior- $ 10.05 CAD; Youth- $ 5.80 CAD; Family/Group- $ 29.4 CAD
  • May 7 to May 31 and September 16 to October 31: Senior - $ 6.55 CAD; Youth - $ 3.90 CAD; Family/Group - $ 19.60 CAD

Halifax Citadel National Historic Site Of Canada Hours

  • Ghost Tours - 8:30p.m.
  • November 1 to May 6 - The grounds and washrooms are open from 9:00am - 6:00pm. Ghost Tours and other pre-arranged services are available; however, visitor experience services are limited.

How to Reach Halifax Citadel National Historic Site Of Canada

  • Cogswell St [Westbound] Before North Park St – Bus no. 6 & SP6.
  • Summer St Before Bell Rd (QEII Infirmary) Bus No – 20, 21, 23, 31, 32, 33 , 34, 53, 59, 68, 84, 85, 86.
  • Grand Parade on Barrington Street Bus no. 1, 7, 9, 10, 14, 21, 23, 53, 59, 68, 20, 41, 80, 81.

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  • Halifax Citadel National Historic Site Of Canada Address: 5425 Sackville Street, Halifax, NS B3J 3Y3, Canada
  • Halifax Citadel National Historic Site Of Canada Contact Number: +1-9024265080
  • Halifax Citadel National Historic Site Of Canada Timing: 09:00 am - 06:00 pm
  • Halifax Citadel National Historic Site Of Canada Price: 12 CAD
  • Time required to visit Halifax Citadel National Historic Site Of Canada: 02:00 Hrs
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  • 69.21% of people who visit Halifax include Halifax Citadel National Historic Site Of Canada in their plan

  • 47.39% of people start their Halifax Citadel National Historic Site Of Canada visit around 09 AM - 10 AM

  • People usually take around 2 Hrs to see Halifax Citadel National Historic Site Of Canada

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80.23% of people prefer to travel by car while visiting Halifax Citadel National Historic Site Of Canada

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