Peggy’s Cove Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Peggy's Cove. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Small-Group Tour—Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, the Annapolis Valley

• Half-Day Small-Group Tour in Peggy's Cove and Titanic Cemetery

• Peggy's Cove Express Tour: Scenic Guided Experience

• Peggy's Cove & Halifax Historic Tour

• Halifax Premium Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery

There’s no cost to visit Peggy’s Cove independently as it’s a small town in Nova Scotia. However, many people join guided tours from nearby Halifax to simplify the logistics and avoid the hassle of driving along the winding coastal roads. Expect to pay around US$70–80 for a half-day tour to Peggy’s Cove, and upwards of US$175 for a full-day tour.

Yes, Peggy's Cove is definitely worth visiting. It's a picturesque coastal town with great views and landscapes, as well as some interesting attractions, such as the famous Peggy's Cove Lighthouse. It's especially popular around sunset as the seaside views are beautiful, so taking a guided afternoon tour is an ideal way of visiting from nearby Halifax without having to drive on unfamiliar roads in the dark.

Per one customer who booked the Small-Group Tour—Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, the Annapolis Valley, "Evan, our tour guide, was outstanding! He was very knowledgeable about the specific areas and had many great stories to share. He suggested stores and restaurants which were all outstanding! We were able to see Peggy's Cove, Queensland Beach, Lunenburg, Wolfville, the Bay of Fundy and parts of the interior of Nova Scotia. I highly recommend this day trip! So worth it!"

Most travelers will find that a few hours is enough at Peggy’s Cove. It’s a small fishing village with an attractive lighthouse and many beautiful viewpoints for photographers. You don’t need very long to walk around, visit the lighthouse, stop at the handful of gift shops and galleries, and take some pictures.

Yes, Peggy’s Cove is worth visiting. It’s a scenic fishing village with a lighthouse dating from 1915 and is especially popular among photographers (and amateur photographers). It’s a nice place, but there’s not much to do. Still, Peggy’s Cove remains one of Nova Scotia’s most popular day-trip destinations.

There are many activities and sights to enjoy if you have a full day to spend at Peggy’s Cove. Visit the scenic lighthouse and take beautiful photos, walk along the rocky shore, stroll through the fishing village, take a boat tour (with seal and puffin-spotting options), and enjoy a fresh seafood lunch or dinner.

Yes, you can visit Lunenburg and Peggy’s Cove in one day. Lunenburg is about 62 miles (100 kilometers) from Halifax, and Peggy’s Cove is about 27 miles (44 kilometers). Many organized tours from Halifax include both places, starting with Lunenburg in the morning and back-tracking to Peggy’s Cove in the afternoon.

Halifax is about 27 miles (44 kilometers) from Peggy’s Cove, which takes about 50 minutes to drive. There’s no public transport between Halifax and Peggy’s Cove, so you’ll need your own car or join a guided tour or take a taxi, which can be rather pricey but more worthwhile if you’re in a group.

No, Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse isn’t open to the public, so you can’t go inside. However, the best views are from the outside, so there’s no need to go inside. Clamber along the rocky shore and take photos of the view with the lighthouse and the ocean in the background.

There are tons of things to do when you're done visiting Peggy's Cove. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Halifax:

• Halifax Citadel National Historic Site

• Fairview Lawn Cemetery

• Halifax Public Gardens

• Maritime Museum of the Atlantic

• St. Paul's Anglican Church

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Halifax.