Plan your visit
Prince of Wales Tower National Historic Site
The Prince of Wales Tower is located at the southern tip of the Halifax peninsula in Point Pleasant Park.
Enjoy a scenic walk to the tower and learn about the history of this part of the Halifax Defence Complex through the interpretive panels.
Located 2.5 km from downtown Halifax, this is an easy and enjoyable stop on any itinerary. Admission is free.
Services and information
Hours of operation
Grounds and interpretative panels open year-round. The tower is closed.
Fees
Free admission.
Facilities and services
Grounds, tower, parking, picnic tables, washrooms, interpretive panels, Point Pleasant Park.
Weather
Seasonal and local weather, and trends.
How to get here
Directions
By car
The site is in Point Pleasant Park, at the southern tip of the Halifax Peninsula. Follow South Park Street, then Young Avenue to its end. Turn right and watch for the Tower Road entrance to Point Pleasant Park. Follow the walking trail signs to the Prince of Wales Tower.
By bus
Bus 9 brings you to the entrance of Point Pleasant Park
Service run by Halifax Transit
By plane
The closest major airport is Halifax International AirportServices and amenities
Bus parking
Dogs on leash
Information
Lookout
Parking
Picnic area
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