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A historical reenactment with individuals in period costumes and a cannon firing on a coastal path. 1
A historical reenactment group in period costumes marching in front of a stone building with a traditional roof. 2
A garden with pathways, a wooden fence, and traditional buildings. 3
A white lighthouse with a red top on a grassy hill by the sea. 4
A white lighthouse with a red top on a grassy cliff overlooking a body of water. 5

Louisbourg Fortress & Lighthouse Cliffs Tour Cape Breton NS

By CityHeart Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is €84 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • step into a reconstructed 18-century French fortified town
  • interpreters portraying soldiers, blacksmiths & sailors
  • Lighthouse Railway Museum transport & maritime signaling in NS development
  • Enjoy breathtaking views of the rugged Atlantic coastline
  • Visit union presbetyrian church built in 1857 with Scenic views

Activity location

    • Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site
    • Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Cape Breton Regional Municipality, NS, Canada | Once you pass the security check you will see the guide waiting at the left side holding a sign board with CITYHEART TOURS SYDNEY NOVA SCOTIA Please try to arrive as soon as possible so we can cut off the huge buses traffic
    • Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

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Louisbourg Fortress & Lighthouse Cliffs Tour Cape Breton NS

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English
Starting time: 07:00
Price details
€83.93 x 1 Adult€83.93
Total
Price is €83.93
Until Wed, 22 Jul

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Access to the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site
  • Inclusions
    Live demonstrations of colonial-era skills
  • Inclusions
    Entry to the Lighthouse Railway Museum
  • Inclusions
    Exhibits on railway systems and maritime signaling
  • Inclusions
    Bottled water
  • Inclusions
    Experienced guide as well as driver
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle, Bikes, Food in the vehicle
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

What you can expect

  • Begin your journey at the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site, the largest reconstructed 18th-century French fortified town in North America. Step back into 1744 as you walk the streets of the bustling seaport.

    Engage with costumed interpreters portraying soldiers, blacksmiths, merchants, and sailors who bring the history of the French colonial era to life. Explore authentic architecture, discover original artefacts, and witness the thunder of musket fire or the firing of the cannons along the ramparts overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

    After immersing yourself in 18th-century life, travel to the Lighthouse Railway Museum. Located in a historic landmark setting, this museum provides a fascinating look into the vital role of rail transport and maritime signaling in Nova Scotia’s development.

    Explore exhibits detailing the evolution of regional railway systems, view meticulously preserved memorabilia, and understand how the iconic local lighthouse guided countless vessels to safety through treacherous coastal waters.

Location

Activity location

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    • Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site
    • Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Cape Breton Regional Municipality, NS, Canada | Once you pass the security check you will see the guide waiting at the left side holding a sign board with CITYHEART TOURS SYDNEY NOVA SCOTIA Please try to arrive as soon as possible so we can cut off the huge buses traffic
    • Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada