Fortress Of Louisbourg Shore Excursion Detail
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  • 4.5/5 Stars.
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Port: Sydney
Approx. Duration: 3½ hours
Adult Pricing: $79*
Child Pricing: $49*

*Prices vary by sail date.

Cultural/Educational:
  • 4.5/5
Cultural/Historical:
  • 5.0/5
Entertaining:
  • 4.5/5
Wildlife/Scenery:
  • 3.0/5
Mingle with period-costumed interpreters portraying historic characters as you step back in time to 1744 at the Fortress of Louisbourg. Meticulously restored to its original appearance, Louisbourg is Canada's most ambitious attempt to recall the past relationship between France and the American Colonies and is the flagship of the Parks Canada system.
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Fortress Of Louisbourg

Step back in time to 1744 to experience Louisbourg, a thriving seaport and capital of Île Royale (Cape Breton Island). The Fortress of Louisbourg was one of the busiest harbors in North America and one of France's key centers of trade and military strength in the New World. Today, the site is an exciting and entertaining lesson in history. Plan to see selected buildings and exhibits. Experience the life of a military officer as you visit the home of Captain and Madame DeGannes. Discuss household duties with the servant in the Engineer’s Residence. Discover some tricks of open-hearth cooking and then wander up to the spectacular chapel in the King’s Bastion. Talk to a soldier. You'll find them happy to tell you about guard duty, living conditions, security, food and a soldier's life in general. Note: Considerable walking is involved. Wear sturdy walking shoes and dress warmly, bring a jacket or windbreaker. This tour is not recommended for persons with special mobility needs or wheelchairs.
HIDE
Activity Level
  • 4.5/5 Stars.
(2 Reviews)
Write a Review
Port: Sydney
Approx. Duration: 3½ hours
Adult Pricing: $79*
Child Pricing: $49*

*Prices vary by sail date.

Cultural/Educational:
  • 4.5/5
Cultural/Historical:
  • 5.0/5
Entertaining:
  • 4.5/5
Wildlife/Scenery:
  • 3.0/5

  1. Tours with this activity level involve walking over relatively level terrain, possibly some cobblestone, gravel, or a few steps. Comfortable shoes are recommended.

  2. Tours with this activity level involve a considerable amount of physical activity such as substantial walking over cobblestone streets, uneven or steep terrain, climbing stairs, or extended periods of standing. Not recommended for guests with physical limitations. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended.

  3. Tours with this activity level involve physical exertion for extended periods. The terrain may be uneven or steep. It can also indicate a need for swimming in a current. Recommended only for the physically fit and adventurous.