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Halifax Citadel Regimental Association 78th Highlanders
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Let us connect you and your cruise guests to our history with one or more of these unique programs. 


Soldier for a Day - Ready. Aim. Fire! Spend a day in the Victorian Army for the ultimate in historical experiences. This highly interactive program allows visitors to dress in period uniform, to experience 19th century military drill, discipline and accommodation and even get a taste of Victorian-era food. The crack of rifle fire signals the end of your day.

  • Site tour, morning and afternoon refreshments, historically-themed lunch, a gift, time for site exploration and shopping included. 
  • Duration: 7 hours.


The Highlander Experience - In the Victorian period, to “take the Queen’s Shilling” became a code-phrase for an individual’s enlistment in the army. Enlist with us for this half-day program to lend your hand to a cannon’s crew, get up close and personal with the Highland bagpipe and walk the walls of the Citadel with a 19th century soldier as your guide. 

  • Refreshments, a gift, time for site exploration and shopping included. 
  • Duration: 3 hours.


Victorian Tea and Tour - Come and experience the quintessential of Victorian pastimes. Following a tour of the Citadel treat yourself to a traditional tea in one of the fort’s historically restored rooms and learn of the evolution of this most British of activities. Will that be one lump or two? 

  • Time for site exploration and shopping included. 
  • Duration: 2 hours


Fort Tour - Why was Halifax called the Warden of the Honour of the North? Come see for yourself! Get the best panoramic views of the city while guides entertain with tales of Empire and point out local landmarks from atop the Citadel’s ramparts. 

  • Time for site exploration and shopping included. 
  • Duration: 1.5 hours.

Scotch Tasting - Join a soldier of the 78th Highland Regiment at the Halifax Citadel for good cheer and high spirits.  Come and enjoy a selection of premium Scotch whiskies and explore the fascinating world of single malt whisky with our resident connoisseur.  Sign up for one of our tastings and discover the secrets and flavours of the world's most popular spirit.

  • Time for site exploration and shopping included. 
  • Duration: 2 hours


Submit your booking requests to bookings@regimental.com and we will contact you to discuss the details.