Visit Georges Island National Historic Site in the heart of Halifax Harbour, the place the Mi’kmaq called Kjipuktuk or “The Great Harbour.” Enjoy scenic views from a new perspective and immerse yourself in the rich history of Halifax! Your ticket includes ferry transportation, Parks Canada admission, and a scenic boat tour around the island! Enjoy some extra time on the water and the unique view of the island fortifications.
The ferry is boarded at Cable Wharf, 1751 Lower Water Street, Halifax. Advance booking is required to guarantee your space. Secure your reservation by booking a specific day and departure time from Cable Wharf. Your flexible ticket allows you to choose your return time from the island based on boat availability. If tickets are sold out, please check back for cancellations.
Ferry transportation
Scenic Tour Around Island
Parks Canada Admission
Tours start June 6, 2026. See tour times and complete schedule here.
Adult: $15.76 - $24.69
Senior (65+): $14.09 - $22.35
Youth (6-17): $14.09
5 & Under: Free
Parks Canada pass: $14.09
Family of 4 (2 kids over 5): $56.36 - $72.64
The Ferry to Georges Island departs/returns from Cable Wharf, 1751 Lower Water Street, Halifax. Click or tap here to see the location on Google Maps.
Items can be added to your cart during your ticket purchase or in some cases, they can be purchased at our Halifax Waterfront Tour Ticket Centres.
Halifax Experience Pass prices start at $140 per adult and $95 per child for the 24-hour option. The 48-hour pass is $180 per adult and $130 per child, while the 72-hour pass is $190 per adult and $140 per child. For the most accurate pricing, please click or tap here.
There are three ways to book ferry tickets to visit Georges Island:
1. Online: Visit this website
2. By Phone: Call Ambassatours Gray Line at 902-420-1015
3. In person: Visit one of the Ambassatours Gray Line kiosk locations on the Halifax waterfront.
Advance booking is required to guarantee your space. Secure your reservation by booking a specific day, departure time, and tour.
Enjoy a discount with your Parks Canada pass. Enter your Parks Canada pass during the reservation process. Present your pass when you board the ferry.
Dress for the weather as visits are rain or shine and the experience is almost entirely outdoors: windproof and waterproof clothing, umbrella and rain boots in case of rain, sturdy footwear (such as sneakers, hiking boots, etc.), sunscreen, hat, water, food (as required), hand sanitizer.
The ferry to Georges Island ticket is designed as a flex ticket, allowing you an open-ended return time. You must book a departure time from Cable Wharf, but you can return on any vessel travelling from Georges Island to Cable Wharf. Please check schedule for availability.
There are no concession or retail outlets on the island. Please bring food and water (as required – see list below for other suggestions of what to bring). Some food, water, and other goods will be available for purchase onboard the vessel.
Yes, you can order a Parks Canada Perfect Picnic lunch! There are several lunch options (see menu below). Your picnic lunch order must be placed at the same time as your ticket purchase for the Ferry to Georges Island. When purchasing tickets and a picnic lunch, you must order before 4:00 pm the day before your scheduled departure. Your Perfect Picnic lunch will be ready for you as you board the Ferry to Georges Island (proof of purchase required).
All of the vessels that will be used for this excursion have washrooms. Additionally, there are compost toilets available on Georges Island.
Please pack in, pack out, and leave no trash or recycling on the island.
Georges Island will be closed when the ferry to Georges Island is cancelled due to heavy rains or unsafe conditions for travel by boat. Cancellations will be made by 9 pm the evening before (unless there are exceptional circumstances). Before you travel, please confirm the island will be open: call Ambassatours Gray Line at 902-420-1015 or call Parks Canada at 902-426-5080.
Smoking, vaping, and alcohol of any kind are forbidden on Georges Island. Smoking and vaping of any kind are forbidden on all vessels.
Pets or other animals are not permitted on board the ferry or on the island. Trained service and guide dogs are permitted.
Private boats may dock with complimentary daytime berthing during Parks Canada hours of operation only, subject to availability. Parks Canada admission fees apply to visitors arriving by private boat, canoe, or kayak. Signage at the wharf indicates designated areas. Daytime berthing is available through Build Nova Scotia's marine program. Overnight berthing is not permitted. Marina Inquiries: Marina Office at marina@buildns.ca or 902-229-BOAT (2628).
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"The tour guide was outstanding, she really knew her stuff and kept the whole trip fun and interesting."
"Highly informative tour. As a history fan visiting Nova Scotia I was highly impressed by the detail provided by our guide."
"This was my first visit to Georges Island in Halifax Harbour. You take a ferry ride out to the island and you can stay as long as you like. You can take a picnic lunch and have your lunch on the island. There are several picnic tables there to use. You can take a picnic lunch and have your lunch on the island. There are several picnic tables there to use. You just have to be aware of when the last ferry of the day is. Interesting spot to see and how the island contributed to keeping the Harbour safe in the early days. There is a French and English tour available explaining the tunnels under the fort. Worthwhile to take the tour to see how the fort was defended. The ferry ride to the island is a short ride. It provides a great view of both the city of Halifax and Dartmouth waterfronts."
"What a fantastic experience on Georges Island! Enjoy the boat ride out then explore the fort tunnels on a guided tour with Parks Canada staff. It was neat to see around inside and to hear that there are plans to open more areas for tours in the future. Definitely a summer must-do in Nova Scotia!"
"Amazing little island. The tour guides are helpful and facts about the island is especially interesting during the timeline of WW2. Worth a visit."
"We really enjoyed our trip to Georges Island. The guided tour through the tunnels of the fort was very well done. The interpreter Alex who was our tour guide was very knowledgable. The ride aboard the harbour ferry was excellent as well. We had a picnic while waiting for the return trip (bring your own food or purchase the day in advance with your ticket). Highly recommended!"
