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Halifax Citadel National Historic Site

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  2. Hali̇fax Hi̇stori̇cal Landmark

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Halifax Citadel National Historic Site
Founded in 1749, this star-shaped hilltop fort offers guided tours, plus a coffee bar & gift shop.
Address: 5425 Sackville St, Halifax, NS B3J 3Y3, Canada
Phone: (902) 426-5080
State: Nova Scotia
County: Halifax Regional Municipality
City: Halifax
Zip Code: B3J 3Y3


Opening Hours

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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You can spend at least 3 hours here visiting this incredible historic site with its city views.There are regular displays and instances of what life was like here under colonial British rule. You can see the changing of the guard and watch troop drills in full historical accurate costumes .nThere is a very interesting museum with loads of interesting facts and stories. There's a lovely Cafe which you can take what will be a welcome break after walking the ramparts. Probably more interesting for us men or boys. Suggest the ladies go shopping
For a free national monument, this was pretty cool. Wish the museum was open on Sundays so didn't get to explore. But enjoyed what was open.
Citadel is the place where the city was first formed. After centuries, it is now a museum and famous tourist place in the city. Being a resident of the city, I got the opportunity to visit it multiple times. The place comes to life during summer when flocks of tourists visit the charming place. This is the time when the museum is open, guards are present, and one needs to purchase entry ticket of 8.5 CAD not needed if you have a Discovery pass. Winter is more timid. Not many activities except the noon canon during this time. That also means it is open for all without a ticket but you don't get the flavour since nothing inside is open. Over and all, a must visit place for everyone visiting downtown. Careful if you visit during mid day and with a kid. The noon canon is really loud.
We were in Halifax for one day only. We walked from the cruise terminal to the Citadel, which on occasions was quite steep.nIt's actually a pleasant walk past some more historical properties.n8 dollars entrance fee with under 18's free.nWell worth the time and cost. We were there approximately 1.5 hours; we could have stayed longer, but as it was a short trip, we wanted to see other places too.nOn the hour the bagpipes were played which was wonderful. Staff were dressed in period costumes and shared information.nThe museum has a nice layout and is full of interesting history, which is very well presented.nHighly recommend.nSome nice views, too.nFree WiFi, but was slightly flaky.
I found the museum in the main building much more interesting than the big gun going off or watching the teenagers in period costumes marching around the grounds. The museum has relics and artifacts from the Canadian military from wars past, war trophies from soldiers, and more curiosities to learn from as well. I found that area the most fascinating. Take your time and enjoy it.
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