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Olde Charlottetown Walking Tour

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Charlottetown

Duration: 1 hour and 45 minutes

Languages: English

Guru: Noah

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Registered on 03 March 2023

Hi, I'm Noah Hemphill, and I'm from Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. I've lived here my entire life and have learned all about Charlottetown and its history. I've traveled to 25 countries and dozens of cities worldwide and have done many tours along the way, and I am passionate about being a tour guide. I'm offering pay-what-you-feel-is-worthy tours across Charlottetown, and I hope to bring you the same joys of travel that my tour guides have brought me.

Free booking and cancellation

Pay-what-you-wish tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Meeting at Confederation Landing Gazebo.

Welcome to Charlottetown! I am Noah, your knowledgeable and passionate tour guide. Allow me to take you on a captivating journey through the rich history of this charming city. As a lifelong resident of Charlottetown, I am well-versed in its historical significance and have curated an enjoyable walking tour you are sure to love.

Our itinerary encompasses 10 distinctive locations, each holding its very own historical significance. Commencing at Confederation Landing's gazebo, we'll be making our first stop at Confederation Landing, before moving on to Peake's Quay, St Dunstan's Basilica, John Hamilton Grey Statues, Province House, The Confederation Centre of The Arts, Victoria Row, City Hall, and making our final stops at Beaconsfield Historic House, and Government House. At every stop, you will delve into the fascinating history intertwined with each location, gaining insights and uncovering hidden tales that have shaped Charlottetown into the beloved city it is today.

Book now for an extraordinary and enlightening walk through Charlottetown.

Contact Via Text - 902-388-7174

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

1 Great George St, Charlottetown, PE C1A 0B1, Canada

1. Go to the end of Great George Street down to the waterfront. 2. Find the closest pavilion to the parking lot at Confederation Landing 3. I am holding up a sign reading "Free Walking Tours". https://maps.app.goo.gl/MrBzh9fJaYNYvaDn6?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy

Outside visit

Confederation Landing

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.

Outside visit

Peakes Quay

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.

Outside visit

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

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours don't have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).