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Alderney Landing

Alderney Landing
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Type of Site
Outlying Areas, Markets & Bazaars, Entertainment Venues
Neighborhood
Day Trip
Interests That Apply
Shopping, History, Local Culture, Music
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Price: Free
The markets are free. Rates will vary for events.
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Water/Drinks: Available on site or nearby.
This is a good place to get: Snacks Dinner Lunch
Restrooms: Available
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Alderney Landing

Lots to See and Do


Family Time

Address: Phone:
2 Ochterloney St
Dartmouth, NS B2Y 3Z3
+1 902 461 8401
Fax: +1 902 461 4679

Description

Take the ferry across to Dartmouth for a day and check out the other side of the harbour. Alderney Landing is the site of The World Peace Pavilion, an art gallery, a park, a theatre and, throughout the year, numerous events and festivals. On Saturday mornings there is a Farmers' Market and on Sundays you will find craftspeople selling their wares.



Times & Dates

Open Hours: 24 hrs
Notes: Business hours and event times vary. See website for a detailed schedule.
Visit Time: 30min-3hr
Best Time to Visit: Saturdays and Sundays are the best days to visit.
Why Best: Saturday is the Farmers Market, and Sunday is the Craft Market. Often musical events are planned for these two days as well.
Average Wait Time: 0-15min
Price: Free
Price Notes: The markets are free. Rates will vary for events.
Payment Types: VISA, MASTERCARD, AMEX, BANKCARD

Exposure

Outdoor with some covering. Notes: There are both indoor and outdoor sights you will want to see. Some of the indoor are climate-controlled, some are not. Outside can be cool in the evenings, and cold in the winter due to breezes from the harbor.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Ages that would most enjoy this site: Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Families, Friends, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Best Modes of Transportation: Automobile/Car Bus Ferry/Boat
Notes: A ferry from downtown Halifax will take you to Alderney Gate, which is less than a five-minute walk to Alderney Landing.
Parking Availability: Yes
Average Price per Hour: $0-$5
Parking Safety: Safe


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