UCPlaces | South End Halifax, Nova Scotia

Places (POIs) visited during this tour

Place #1

Recommended Starting Point

Distance: 0.51mi , Attraction : Park

510 Young Ave, Halifax, NS B3H 2V3, Canada

Point Pleasant Park

Our first stop on this tour is Point Pleasant Park. We will be heading north on Young Avenue after this stop. Located on the southern tip of Halifax, Point Pleasant Park is a 75- hectare municipal park serving the community of Halifax. The park offers paved walkways, perfect for biking or a run, as well as wooded footpaths for those who would rather be up close to nature.

If you visit in the summer, make sure to catch a performance from Shakespeare by the Sea, the longest outdoor theatre festival in Canada. Enjoy a wonderful presentation of A Midsummer's Night Dream with the beautiful Halifax harbor in the backdrop.

https://www.novascotia.com/see-do/attractions/point-pleasant-park/1461

Place #2

Distance: 0.42mi , Attraction : Facts

981 Young Ave, Halifax, NS B3H 2V1, Canada

Halifax Fact

Want a quick Halifact? Halifax is home to the oldest salt-water passenger ferry in North America. The ferry has been connecting Halifax to Dartmouth for over 250 years!

Continue straight on Young Ave and then turn right on Fenwick Street.

https://www.ferries.ca/halifacts-10-fun-facts-about-halifax/

Place #3

Distance: 0.60mi , Attraction : Restaurant

5576 Fenwick St, Halifax, NS B3H 1P8, Canada

Darrell's

Want the best burger in Halifax? Look no further, on your right is Darrell’s, which has been awarded the Best Burger in Halifax for the last 12 years and the top 10 Best Burger in all of Canada. Darrel’s prides itself on serving only fresh, homemade burgers.

If you’d rather go for something sweet, you have to try another award winner, their milkshakes! They make their milkshakes so thick; the straws stand up on their own!

Please follow your navigation to our next stop. It’s on Lower Water Street.

https://darrellsrestaurants.moduurn.com/home

Place #4

Distance: 0.31mi , Attraction : Restaurants

1326 Lower Water St, Halifax, NS B3J 3R3, Canada

Bicycle Thief/ Sea Smoke/ Black Sheep

Ready for a whole lot of restaurants? Let’s go!

If you want some good Italian soul food, go to the award-winning Bicycle Thief, located on your right. Get some mouth-watering Italian classics like carbonara or new-school dishes like pistachio honey-crusted Atlantic salmon. Shane says the butterscotch caramel cake is divine.

If you’d rather taste some seafood and enjoy the waterfront, head over to Sea Smoke Restaurant and Bar on your right. This Asian fusion restaurant has some of the best sushi in Halifax. You’ve got to go for the dynamite salmon roll with a side of crispy wontons.

If you want a more tavern-style restaurant, try The Black Sheep on your left. This is a great place to grab a drink with friends or after work, if you want something to put color in your cheeks, I suggest the Four Horsemen Cocktail.

Keep following your navigation.

https://bicyclethief.ca/

Place #5

Distance: 0.13mi , Attraction : Museum

1661 Lower Water St, Halifax, NS B3J 1S3, Canada

Maritime Museum

We will be passing the Maritime Museum on your right. This awesome place is the largest and oldest maritime museum in Canada and has been instrumental in preserving Nova Scotia’s rich Marine history.

They have a great exhibit on the Titanic and Halifax’s role in the “Unsinkable Ship”.

A left at Prince Street a right on Bedford Row will get you to our next stop. Look for The Old Triangle on your left at that intersection. Styled after a 17th-century Pub, The Old Triangle has classic Irish dishes like pan-fried haddock and corn-beef sandwiches.

https://maritimemuseum.novascotia.ca/

Place #6

Distance: 0.46mi , Attraction : Art Gallery

1728 Bedford Row, Halifax, NS B3J 1V9, Canada

Art Gallery of Nova Scotia/ Old Triangle

Welcome to the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia. This is a provincial art gallery, showcasing over 18,000 works of art by Nova Scotian, Canadian and international artists.

As you keep following your navigation, you will see Halifax City Hall at the corner of Duke Street and Argyle Street. Then enjoy the cute street and restaurants along the way to our next stop!

https://www.artgalleryofnovascotia.ca/

Place #7

Distance: 0.13mi , Attraction : Theatre

1600 Grafton St, Halifax, NS B3J 2C2, Canada

Gahan House/ Neptune Theatre

Want to try the newest brews? Well, Gahan house is to the left down Sackville Street, but that is a one-way street so please don’t turn right to go there now! You can always come back later. Gahan house is perfect for a few post-work pints or a dinner out. If you like spice, you've got to try their Chicken Chorizo Penne.

Just past Sackville and on your left, we will pass the famous Neptune Theatre. Neptune is the largest professional theatre company in Atlantic Canada. Did you know its longest theatre production was Beauty and the Beast? It was performed a whopping 127 times. That's a lot of “Be our Guest”!

https://www.neptunetheatre.com/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAnuGNBhCPARIsACbnLzrZin9o6ShW5F9fqlQaKE8pz0xVBf2DgjJTz5kfpkvrnXK2gGOocwQaAo3aEALw_wcB

Place #8

Distance: 0.22mi , Attraction : Hi!

1549 Grafton St, Halifax, NS B3J 2B9, Canada

Checking in

Are you enjoying the tour? Me too!

Place #9

Distance: 0.26mi , Attraction : Restaurant

1526 Queen St, Halifax, NS B3J 2H8, Canada

Casablanca

Want to taste The Sahara? Visit Casablanca for some authentic Moroccan cuisine like mouth-watering Lamb Tagine or Chicken Mhamer. You’ve got to try “Baghir” or Moroccan pancakes, topped with sweet honey and orange blossom.

Make sure to take a right on Dresden row and then a left on Sackville Street.

https://casablancahfx.ca/

Place #10

Distance: 0.16mi , Attraction : Gardens

5640 Sackville St, Halifax, NS B3J 3Y3, Canada

Halifax Public Gardens

We will be turning right on Bell Road, but diagonally to your left, are the beautiful Halifax Public Gardens. These Victorian-era gardens were created in 1867, the same year as the Canadian Confederation. These gardens include Victorian landscape classics such as carpet beds and tropical displays.

The Halifax Public Gardens also has its very own coffee shop on-site called Uncommon Grounds Cafe, so you can enjoy a cup of coffee among the beautiful scenery, like true Victorian royalty.

https://www.halifaxpublicgardens.ca/

Place #11

Distance: 0.17mi , Attraction : Museum

1690 Bell Rd, Halifax, NS B3H 2Z3, Canada

Museum of Natural History

Turn right on Ahem Avenue, but just know that ahead on Bell Street to your left is the Museum of Natural History.

Learn all about Nova Scotia’s rich wildlife in their Nature lab where you can see up close live animals that call Halifax home. Did you know that on Monday through Friday at 3:00pm you can see the oldest known Gopher Tortoise take a stroll through the Museum? His name is Gus and he will be happy you stopped by!

https://naturalhistory.novascotia.ca/

Place #12

Distance: 0.45mi , Attraction : Historic Site

1825 Ahern Ave, Halifax, NS B3H 0A4, Canada

Citadel Hill

That hill on your right is actually Citadel Hill. The Halifax Citadel was built in 1749 to defend Halifax Harbor, but luckily Halifax was never attacked. Nowadays, Halifax Citadel is a national historic site managed by Parks Canada. You’ll find plenty of public events held here as well as a daily ceremonial firing of a gun to honor the fort's important history. Don't feel bad if you get caught off guard, it happens to even long time Halifax residents!

Make sure to take a right up at Cogswell Street.

https://www.novascotia.com/see-do/attractions/halifax-citadel-national-historic-site/1440

Place #13

Distance: 0.11mi , Attraction : Bakery

2051 Gottingen St, Halifax, NS B3K 3B2, Canada

LF Bakery

Want a taste of France? Head over to LF Bakery on your right. LF stands for “Laurent French” and it won’t disappoint with their freshly baked baguettes, croissants, and tarts. You’ll feel like you’re on the streets of Paris.

Continue Straight.

http://lfbakeryhalifax.com/

Place #14

Distance: 0.00mi , Attraction : Doughnut Shop

2150 Gottingen St, Halifax, NS B3K 3B4, Canada

Vandal Doughnuts

We had to end our tour at the best doughnut shop in Halifax. Vandal doughnuts is there on your left. Try innovative flavors like raspberry lemonade, maple bacon, or even Pina Colada. They even offer Vegan doughnuts!

Not enough choices? You can make your own doughnut! Choose from a wide range of flavors, fillings, and toppings to make your perfect doughnut. You can even customize it, making it a perfect stand-in for the traditional birthday cake.

That concludes our tour of Halifax. I hope you had as much fun exploring as I did. If you liked what you saw, reach out to Shane at 902-471-9600. If you want to see more of Halifax, make sure to check out Jessica’s tour of Dartmouth.

Thanks again for taking this tour with UCPlaces.

https://www.vandaldoughnuts.com/

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How does the tour work?
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Whenever you approach a point of interest (POI) on the tour, our app will automatically play the relevant audio story at the right time and place.
If you start the tour before reaching the first POI, the app will navigate you to the starting point and then begin the tour.

How is this more convenient than a traditional tour?
UCPlaces offers an innovative and flexible way to explore exciting destinations on your terms.
Here are some key advantages over traditional tours:

No need to commit upfront or purchase in advance; buy a tour only when you're ready to go.
Walk at your own pace.
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Take the tour in your preferred language.
Start, stop and continue the tour whenever you want.
Returning to the same destination? Take the tour again, and again, and again... And bring a friend!
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What's included?

A self-guided audio tour taken via the UCPlaces app [iOS (iPhone) / Apple CarPlay / Android / Android Auto].
Tour route map and in-app GPS navigation (via the UCPlaces app).
Audio stories for places visited during the tour.
Apple CarPlay connection (iOS users) and Android Auto connection (Android users); for a seamless driving tour experience.

What's NOT included?

Earphones (highly recommended).
Smartphone.
Any kind of transportation (including tickets and passes).
Tickets to the attractions on your tour.
Food and drinks
Physical tour guide.

Have any questions about this tour? Or a general travel / self-guided tours question? That's completely natural

+ How long does this tour take?

Most travelers complete this tour in approximately 0.5 to 0.5 hours, depending on pace, time spent at each stop, and optional detours. Having said that, please remember that self-guided tours are extremly flexible (you can start, pause, continue anytime) and everyone has their own pace.

+ What does this tour include?

This self-guided driving tour includes 14 stops, covering top attractions such as Point Pleasant Park, Halifax Fact, Darrell's, Bicycle Thief/ Sea Smoke/ Black Sheep, Maritime Museum.

+ Where does the tour start?

The tour starts at Point Pleasant Park (Address: 510 Young Ave, Halifax, NS B3H 2V3, Canada). You can begin the tour there or join from any stop along the route.

+ What type of tour is this?

This is a self-guided driving tour designed to be completed by car, covering scenic routes, city highlights and optional key stops.

+ Can I do this tour at my own pace?

Yes, this is a self-guided driving tour, so you can start anytime and explore at your own pace. You can pause, skip stops, or spend more time at places that interest you. You can even split it into multiple days. Explore however feels right for you. The only vaiables that might affect your pace are speed limits and traffic congestion.

+ Do I need a car for this tour?

Yes, this is a driving tour, designed to be completed by car, with stops spread across different locations connected by a driving route.

+ Do I need anything in order to take the tour?

There are two things that you need - <b>1.</b> A mobile phone (with the UCPlaces app installed and active location services, and a cellular data plan with a decent signal for downloading the tour). <b>2.</b> A car. Here are some recommendations for a great experience: 1. Make sure your phone is fully charged and bring a charging cable for your car. 2. Connect your phone to the car speaker system via bluetooth or use our CarPlay/Android Auto option for the best experience.

+ How will I navigate from point to point during the tour?

The tour uses GPS-based navigation through the UCPlaces app, with automatic audio playback and step-by-step directions between stops. This works great either directly from your phone, or while connected to your car's multimedia system and using our CarPlay or Android Auto options. Just follow the route and listen to the audio guide. Use the resume feature to continue from where you recently stopped (or closed the app). Easily skip or go back to stops.

+ Is this tour suitable for families or groups?

Yes, self-guided tours are ideal for families and small groups, allowing everyone to explore comfortably without being tied to a fixed schedule.

+ What makes a self-guided tour better than a guided tour?

Self-guided tours are more flexible, affordable, and personalized. You can avoid crowds, choose your pace, and focus on the stops that interest you most.

+ I installed the app and it's now asking for GPS and media access permissions, why?

The app is your tour-guide, it needs to know where you are located on the map to be able to trigger the points of interest. It also needs access to audio and media files to provide you with this experience.

+ What happens if there are unexpected roadblocks or navigation issues?

We have been working hard to deliver a great experience. Though you may run into unexpected obstacles (the world is constantly changing), our app has multiple features and mechanisms in place to help you overcome them, including: AI assistance, force play an audio if you can't reach the stop, skip or return to stops, automatic rerouting and more.

+ Can I take the tour in my language?

Though all of our tours are primarily in English, many tours are muyltilingual (including: Spanish, German, Portuguese, French, Japanese, Hebrew, French, Arabic and more...). The tour language options depend on the specific tour - You can easily check which languages are available in the tour screen!

South End Halifax, Nova Scotia

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