Overview
Being an Islander all my life, with my family having deep roots here, you will not only learn about the history and geography of Charlottetown and the Island as we walk through the historic streets but also hear many personal anecdotes. Some of these will be about the history of the Kelly family while others will be will be more personal.
Whether your from here or from away I think you will leave with a deeper appreciation of the place I call home.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Public washroom facilities at two locations during the tour
Bottled water
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Bottom of Prince Street, by the white shed next to "Lobster on The Wharf "restaurant. Holding a sign for "Walk The Walk PEI".
Arriving by cruise ship: exit the cruise terminal, follow the boardwalk along the waterfront for 200 yards towards the white shed. I will be waiting there, sign in hand.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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St. Dunstan's Basilica
10 min
Learn about this historic Catholic Church and view inside when accessible to the public
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Province House National Historic Site
10 min
Hear about this very important historic building that played a role in the formation of Canada as a nation. Currently under renovations but hopefully will be open to the public again by the summer of 2023
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Confederation Centre of the Arts
12 min
Hear the history of this Centre and visit inside to see the many things this cultural centre has to offer.
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Charlottetown City Hall
12 min
This historic town hall has been in use since 1888
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Rochford Square
12 min
Walk through this lovely green space on our way to All Souls' Chapel
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St. Peter's Anglican Cathedral
10 min
Visit the inspiring "All Souls' Chapel" that is attached to the Church. This is a National Historic sight. Hear how the Harris brothers were instrumental in the design and interior of this chapel
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Victoria Park
15 min
At the entrance to the park we will visit Governor's House , home of the Lieutenant General of PEI. We wills stop at the water front to hear the history of the Charlottetown harbour
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Charlottetown Marina
10 min
We will end the tour where we started. On our way between Victoria park and our final destination we will take a short sit down break in Pownal Square and I will tell you about my 15 minutes of fame.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Halifax).
Additional Information
- Walking time is included on the total tour duration
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Historic Walking Tour of Charlottetown
Can I cancel Historic Walking Tour of Charlottetown for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours.
Where does it start?
Bottom of Prince Street, by the white shed next to "Lobster on The Wharf "restaurant. Holding a sign for "Walk The Walk PEI".
What's included?
- Public washroom facilities at two locations during the tour
What's not included?
- Bottled water
Which places does it visit?
It visits St. Dunstan's Basilica, Province House National Historic Site, Confederation Centre of the Arts, Charlottetown City Hall, Rochford Square, St. Peter's Anglican Cathedral, Victoria Park, Charlottetown Marina.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Walk The Walk Tours PEI
