Prince of Wales Tower, Halifax

Name: Prince of Wales Tower
Address: Halifax, Canada

#33 among attractions in Halifax

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Facts and practical information

The Prince of Wales Tower is the oldest martello tower in North America and is located in Point Pleasant Park, Halifax Regional Municipality, Nova Scotia, Canada. It was built in 1796 by Captain James Straton and was used as a redoubt and a powder magazine. Restored, it was designated a National Historic Site of Canada in 1943. ()

Coordinates: 44°37'17"N, 63°34'11"W

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South EndHalifax Canada

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Prince of Wales Tower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Point Pleasant Park, Pier 21, Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, Dalhousie Arts Centre.

~640 ftNE
Park
Point Pleasant Park, Halifax
4 min walk • Nestled at the southern tip of the Halifax peninsula, Point Pleasant Park is a verdant oasis offering a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. This sprawling 75-hectare urban park is a cherished landmark for both locals and visitors who come to bask in...
1.2 miN
Museum, Piers and boardwalks
Pier 21, Halifax
31 min walk • Pier 21, a national historic site located in Halifax, Canada, is a museum that stands as a testament to the country's rich immigration history. From 1928 to 1971, Pier 21 served as the gateway to Canada for over one million immigrants, becoming known as the ‘Ellis...
1.2 miN
Museum, History museum
Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, Halifax
31 min walk • The Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, nestled on the Halifax waterfront, stands as a testament to the nation's rich tapestry of immigration history. As a national historic site, Pier 21 served as the gateway to Canada for over one million immigrants between...
1.5 miNW
Museum, Art museum, Concerts and shows
Dalhousie Arts Centre, Halifax
38 min walk • The Dalhousie Arts Centre, at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, contains a number of theatres, an art gallery, classrooms, and a sculpture garden. It remains the premier performing arts venue in Halifax. It was opened officially in November, 1971, and is also home to Dalhousie's Fountain School of Performing Arts.
1.4 miNW
Museum
Nova Scotia Archives, Halifax
35 min walk • Nova Scotia Archives is a governmental archival institution serving the Canadian province of Nova Scotia. The archives acquires, preserves and makes available the province's documentary heritage – recorded information of provincial significance created or accumulated by government and the private sector over the last 300 years.
1.2 miN
Memorial, Cemetery, Historical place
Fort Massey Cemetery, Halifax
31 min walk • Fort Massey Cemetery is a military cemetery in Halifax, Nova Scotia dating back to the 1750s, and is the resting place for British and Canadian soldiers, veterans and spouses. The cemetery is named after Major General Eyre Massey. The cemetery is maintained by Veteran's Affairs Canada.
1.5 miNW
Universities and schools
Dalhousie University, Halifax
40 min walk • Dalhousie University is a public research university in Nova Scotia, Canada, with three campuses in Halifax, a fourth in Bible Hill, and medical teaching facilities in Saint John, New Brunswick.
1.3 miN
Cemetery
Holy Cross Cemetery, Halifax
32 min walk • Holy Cross Cemetery is a cemetery in Halifax, Nova Scotia, owned and operated by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth. It was constructed in 1843 under the direction of Archbishop William Walsh, on land provided by local authorities. Holy Cross Cemetery replaced the first Catholic cemetery in Halifax, the St.
0.7 miNW
Universities and schools
Atlantic School of Theology, Halifax
17 min walk • Atlantic School of Theology is a Canadian public ecumenical university that provides graduate level theological education and undertakes research to assist students to prepare for Christian ministries and other forms of public leadership.
1.1 miNW
Park
Gorsebrook Park, Halifax
28 min walk • Gorsebrook Park is a 19-acre Canadian urban park located in the South End of Halifax, Nova Scotia.
1 miE
Harbor
Halifax Harbour, Halifax
27 min walk • Halifax Harbour is a large natural harbour on the Atlantic coast of Nova Scotia, Canada, located in the Halifax Regional Municipality.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Prince of Wales Tower?

Nearby attractions include Point Pleasant Park, Halifax (4 min walk), Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron, Halifax (15 min walk), Atlantic School of Theology, Halifax (17 min walk), Loyola Residence Tower, Halifax (21 min walk).

How to get to Prince of Wales Tower by public transport?

The nearest stations to Prince of Wales Tower:

Bus

6970 - Inglis St Before Tower Rd • Lines: 10 (25 min walk)
6969 - Inglis St Before Tower Rd • Lines: 10 (25 min walk)