On the Lighthouse Route: Peggy's Cove Lighthouse & Village
-
Port
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
-
Activity Level
Moderate
-
Excursion Type
City Tour,Local Sightseeing,All
-
Wheelchair Accessible
No
-
Starting At
$99.95
-
Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
-
Duration
3½ Hours
-
Meals Included
Meals not included
To truly understand the majesty and power of the Atlantic Ocean, you must travel along the winding coastal highway of the Lighthouse Route to the tiny fishing village of Peggy's Cove.
Bathed in unspoiled beauty, Peggy's Cove has long inspired artists and, more recently, has become an irresistible lure for adventurers like you. Colorful houses and fishing shacks perch atop a rocky outcropping, waiting to be captured in your best vacation photos. At the lighthouse that is surely the most-photographed building in Canada, the restless waters of the Atlantic have honed the surrounding rock with the wear and tear of the ocean and its punishing storms. You'll leave here with iconic photos to treasure for a lifetime.
You'll see a famous piece of artwork inspired by this harsh yet breathtaking landscape -- a granite carving by resident William de Garthe that beautifully depicts the lifestyle of the area.
Enjoy some free time to stroll about on your own, browse in the many souvenir shops, and see the unusual rock formations forged by glaciers during the last Ice Age.
Notes:
At Peggy's Cove, visitors are asked to stay off the rocks and away from the shoreline. Terrain includes gravel pathways, paved areas, wooden decking, cement sidewalks, inclines, steps and rocky areas. Wear sturdy, comfortable walking shoes and a warm sweater; bring an umbrella and a rain jacket.