IMPORTANT: Tour is gratuity based, meaning tour cost is however much you feel the tour is worth by the end.
Discover Charlottetown, birthplace of Canada! Local guide Noah leads a fun & informative tour of 10 historic sites. Uncover the city’s fascinating past & how it shaped a nation. Meeting at Confederation Landing Gazebo.
1. Go to the end of Great George Street down to the waterfront. 2. Find the pavilion at Confederation Landing 3. I am holding up a sign reading "Free Walking Tours".
Only 15 minute walk from beginning point. Guide will provide clear instructions on how to get back, and you can also ask guide any further questions about how to get back.
1
Confederation Landing Park
Our journey starts right here! We'll be uncovering the captivating stories of the people who first called PEI home, unearthing the stories of PEI's colonial past, and getting a sneak peek into the historic Charlottetown Conference that once took place here.
Duration: 8 minutes
2
Peake's Wharf
Here, we'll gain insights into the historic Peake Family, the industrial Port of Charlottetown, its eventual downfall, and how Peake's Quay became the wonderful area that both tourists and locals love.
Duration: 8 minutes
3
St. Dunstan's Basilica
At this stop, we'll uncover the fascinating journey of Catholicism on this island, and how from humble beginnings, the church overcame obstacles to become the landmark we know today
Duration: 8 minutes
4
Province House National Historic Site
At this important Landmark for Canada, we'll be learning about its integral role in forming PEI's first-ever government and the crucial discussions that formed the roots of Canada.
Duration: 8 minutes
5
Victoria Row
At the heart of the island's commerce, we'll be learning about the former South Side of Queen Square, the fire that destroyed it all, and how Victoria Row became the vibrant area it is today.
Duration: 8 minutes
6
Confederation Centre of the Arts
Here at the heart of the island's rich art scene, we'll be learning about the once-prosperous Queen's Square that once existed here, the Catholic-Protestant divide that tore the island for centuries, and learning about the history of this magnificent building.
Duration: 8 minutes
7
Charlottetown City Hall
We'll be stepping back into time and learning of the first settlements here in Charlottetown, and the role that Charlottetown City Hall played in making Charlottetown the city we know and love today.
Duration: 8 minutes
8
Beaconsfield Historic House
Here at Beaconsfield, we'll be learning the history of how this grand opulent home went from a symbol of wealth and prosperity to a symbol of a family's downfall, and how it went through countless hands before becoming the renowned museum it is today.
Duration: 8 minutes
9
Government House
For our final stop, we'll be unraveling that colonial gem that houses the lieutenant governor, diplomats, politicians, and the royals, as well as being the site of many important events that take place in the modern day.
Duration: 8 minutes
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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