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Pal H
Halifax, Canada26 contributions
Mar 2022
For an afternoon's enjoyment I boarded the Halifax ferry, in Halifax, and took my mini-cruise over to Dartmouth. The view from the ferry was fabulous and the fresh air invigorating. From there I bought a coup of tea and took my picnic lunch over to Ferry Terminal Park next to the Alderney Landing Ferry terminal. There I had a delightful picnic lunch, sitting on a bench beside the waterfront watching the ferries and other boats pass by and took in the view of the Halifax waterfront. Thereafter, I returned on the ferry to Halifax after having a most enjoyable and relaxing afternoon. The staff at both ferry terminals were very friendly and hospitable, the ferries, themselves, were spotless and the ride very affordable - a most enjoyable "voyage".
Written March 28, 2022
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Landrys05
Halifax, Canada415 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Halifax is on 1 side of the harbour and Dartmouth the other.
Driving across one of the two bridges or going via Bedford Hwy is long and often backed up during rush hour.
The ferry is cheap and takes about 10 minutes...you cant beat it.
You can sit inside in cold weather or up on deck during good weather.
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My kids looked forward to taking the ferry to Halifax and spending the day on the waterfront,every summer.Such a treat!
Driving across one of the two bridges or going via Bedford Hwy is long and often backed up during rush hour.
The ferry is cheap and takes about 10 minutes...you cant beat it.
You can sit inside in cold weather or up on deck during good weather.
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My kids looked forward to taking the ferry to Halifax and spending the day on the waterfront,every summer.Such a treat!
Written January 12, 2020
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wolfesraven1313
Halifax, Canada7 contributions
Oct 2020
I take the ferry on a fairly regular basis, both to Alderney Landing and to Woodside. I am a senior so the fare for me is a toonie, the regular adult fare is $2.75. It is a great way to see both skylines, Halifax and Dartmouth, especially if you ride on top. There is always shipping and pleasure boats on the move. You get a nice view of HMCS Dockyard and any RCN ships in port. It only takes about 10 minutes for the crossing, so if you get a transfer when you pay, you can explore for about an hour, then use the transfer to ride back, so you are only paying one way. If you don't want to take the ferry, the transfer works on the buses also. In the summer it is a nice way to decide if you want to see more.
Written November 19, 2020
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Tim Y
Reno, NV305 contributions
Sep 2019
On a nice day, this is a very pleasant way to cross Halifax harbour.
You also get nice views of the naval base. Once on the other side, there is really nothing much to do. We strolled around a bit, but found ourselves on the next ferry back to Halifax.
As it is not very expensive, it is a swell boat ride, even if the other side is not.
You also get nice views of the naval base. Once on the other side, there is really nothing much to do. We strolled around a bit, but found ourselves on the next ferry back to Halifax.
As it is not very expensive, it is a swell boat ride, even if the other side is not.
Written February 10, 2020
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nowgivemeyourreviews
Halifax, Canada350 contributions
Feb 2020
We came here to check out the ferry in the winter time. It was chilly but it was a fun little zip over to the harbour. You can sit upstairs in the outdoors or inside below. You have to have exact change to get a ticket and it is a bit dated, as it is public transport after all.
Written August 22, 2020
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JadeinHali
Halifax, NS3 contributions
Use a bus transfer, or pay fare and hold on to your transfer to use public transit in Dartmouth and Halifax. Lots of things to do on either side, gorgeous views on sunny days, haunting fog on cooler days.
Written August 20, 2009
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Wilier97
Halifax, Canada3 contributions
Sep 2014 • Friends
For the price of a bus ticket you get a relaxing 15 minutes in Halifax harbour, with a great view of the city. At certain hours of the day you can also do a circuit: take the ferry to Woodside one way, walk the footpath along the harbourfront to downtown Dartmouth, stop at the Celtic Corner Pub, and then take the ferry back from Alderney Landing. I find this enjoyable in any kind of weather.
Written March 20, 2015
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rhiaus
Welland, Canada122 contributions
Aug 2014 • Family
The ferry is cheap ($2.50 per person round-trip) and offers a beautiful view of Halifax. The unfortunate part is that it takes you to Dartmouth. Not being familiar with the area, and clearly not having researched enough, we timed it to ride the ferry so that we could have lunch in Dartmouth before returning. We realized what a mistake that was as soon as we stepped out of the ferry terminal. There are a large number of sketchy characters wandering the streets of Dartmouth. It was very unnerving with the children. My suggestion is that you take the ferry for the view, not the destination.
Written August 13, 2014
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YYZ T
Toronto, Canada101 contributions
Aug 2018 • Friends
The Halifax Harbour Ferry is very convenient and quickest way to get to Dartmouth from downtown Halifax. It is all part of the transit system.
Written August 22, 2018
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John W
Halifax, Canada13 contributions
May 2015 • Solo
For $2 you can ride across the Halifax harbour on our commuter ferry. Not posh, but a nice way to see the city from the water. Park in Dartmoith (always easier and cheaper too) ride the ferry across and spend a few hours on the Halifax waterfront. Another $2 gets you back to Dartmouth. Pretty inexpensive way to spend an afternoon or morning on Halifax plus you get a water ride.
Written May 27, 2015
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G C C
Orewa, New Zealand1 contribution
We shall arrive on 13/9 after having completed NW Passage and would like to spend 2 or 3 nights in Halifax in a central location suitable for walking around town and catching bus tours before flying off to Europe. Can u recommend 1 or 2 suitable hotels. Holiday Inn pricing normally fits us. Thanks. Gc
HeatherJ902
Bridgewater, Canada287 contributions
There are at least 10 hotels right downtown. Most are with the Marriott chain but different amenities and prices. No Holiday Inn downtown but a few blocks away the former HI is an Atlantica which is probably still at the HI price point because it’s not downtown. The map should help showing its location in terms of the others.
Can one park a 28ft class C RV in the Dartmouth ferry parking lot?
Blair H
Nova Scotia, Canada62 contributions
Unfortunately not as the Dartmouth terminal is right in the down town area and parking (for anything) is hard to find. However the Woodside terminal has a mall about a block away with a good parking lot.
fanfare50
Mission, Canada187 contributions
Hi,
How safe is it to park in and around the Alderney Ferry Terminal in Dartmouth
982darrylc
Whitby, Canada82 contributions
well, I live in Toronto, and when you are in Halifax people driving come to a full stop in order to let pedestrians cross the road, so I think it is safe like any other place to park. Enjoy, relax
fanfare50
Mission, Canada187 contributions
Hi how safe is it to park in and around the ferry terminal in Dartmouth
mmeredith2018
Dartmouth, Canada21 contributions
I park there regularly and have never had a problem
Taylorjm61
Taylorsville, NC46 contributions
Are dogs allowed on the ferry?
kellyholdsworth
Dartmouth, Canada26 contributions
Currently only service dogs are allowed, although a regional city counselor has suggested that all dogs be allowed to ride the ferry.
Taylorjm61
Taylorsville, NC46 contributions
Are dogs allowed on the ferry?
Reisen3
Thornhill, Canada55 contributions
Sorry, just saw your question now. The answer is that I do not know.
Dsurette
1 contribution
Where would you park in Dartmouth to take the ferry over to Halifax?
Smudgecats
Grove City, OH269 contributions
There is an inexpensive lot right by the ferry terminal. Google Halifax Ferry Dartmouth Parking for directions and costs
The address for the ferry to Dartmouth
Kathrynn G
11 contributions
Address: 1 Ochterloney St, Dartmouth, NS B2Y 4W1, Canada
It's called Alderney Landing
Directions from Cambridge suites hotel to the ferry to dartmouth
Cathy B
Taos, NM210 contributions
...and you'll need exact change which you can get at the ferry landing(s). It's easy!
Frequently Asked Questions about Halifax Harbour Ferry
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