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HMCS Haida National Historic Site

Explore Canada's naval history first-hand aboard HMCS Haida, the last of the famous Tribal-class destroyers and the ceremonial flagship of the Royal Canadian Navy.

Climb to the open-air bridge to take in a commanding view of the Hamilton Harbour. Explore the mess decks, radio room, and engine room to learn the story of Canada's 'fightingest' ship. Take a tour of the main deck to learn first-hand about the dangers faced by the ship's company as it served in the Second World War, Cold War, and the Korean War.

HMCS Haida National Historic Site is located in Hamilton, Ontario. See our hours of operation and fees, and plan your visit today!

Daily activities May 18 to September 1, 2024

Explore HMCS Haida from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays from May 18 to September 1, 2024. 

Last ticket sold at 4:15 p.m.

Please note, daily activities are subject to change.

  • Battle Map program (included with admission): Learn about stories from HMCS Haida’s 20-year career on the jetty by the ship.
  • Main Deck Guided Tour (additional fee applies): Learn about the challenges HMCS Haida’s crew overcame and the places they lived and worked in this 1-hour tour. Includes one staircase but no ladders.
  • Action Stations Tour – 30 minutes (additional fee applies): See how HMCS Haida’s crew handled munitions, fought fires, and fired weapons aboard Canada’s ‘fightingest’ ship. Tour includes one ladder.

Weekday Schedule (Wednesday-Friday)

  • 11:00 a.m. – Battle Map program
  • 11:30 a.m. – Main Deck Guided Tour – 1 hour
  • 1:30 p.m. – Battle Map program
  • 2:00 p.m. – Action Stations Tour – 30 minutes
  • 3:00 p.m. – Action Stations Tour – 30 minutes

Weekend Schedule (Saturday-Sunday)

  • 11:00 a.m. – Battle Map program
  • 11:30 a.m. – Action Stations Tour – 30 minutes
  • 1:30 p.m. – Battle Map program
  • 2:00 p.m. – Action Stations Tour – 30 minutes
  • 3:00 p.m. – Action Stations Tour – 30 minutes

Basic Program, 30-minute Tours, and Main Deck Tours are available for pre-booking on weekdays and weekends according to staff availability and weather.

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