Charlottetown by Double Decker & History Walk

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This fun and relaxing 90-minute excursion is the perfect introduction to this charming capital city. (30 minute scenic drive, 30 minute walk and again 30 minute scenic drive) First, you travel past some of the city's most popular and historic sights before disembarking at Great George Street in the heart of Charlottetown. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes and bring along a camera to capture the sights.

Your journey begins at the pier when you take a seat on the double-decker bus and make your way down the waterfront, one of the first sights you'll see is Confederation Landing Park. This tastefully designed parkland marks the site of the historic landing of the Fathers of Confederation in 1864, which gave the city its designation as the birthplace of Canada.

Continuing on, you'll drive along the leafy streets of this charming city named for Queen Charlotte, the wife of King George III. During your scenic journey in downtown Charlottetown, your guide will share his knowledge of the city, its culture, history and distinct architectural heritage. Have your cameras ready as you drive past the lovely Victorian and Georgian structures scattered among the modern office buildings.

One of the first sights you'll see is Province House, a National Historic Site of Canada. Built in 1847, this building has the unique distinction of being both the provincial legislature and a national historic site. It was here that, in 1864, the first meeting was held that lead to the Confederation of Canada. To this day, it still serves as the seat of the province's legislature.

Nearby is the Confederation Center of the Arts. A cultural center dedicated to the visual and performing arts, the facility was officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II and since then, it has charmed the country with its arts education program, art shows and live performances.

When your sightseeing tour reaches Great George Street you can hop off with your tour guide for an informative 30 minute walk. Feel free to meander along the paved, tree-lined streets at your own pace. Designated a national historic site of Canada in 1990, you can feel history come alive as you walk in the footsteps of the Fathers of Confederation.

An imposing presence on Great George Street is 100-year-old St. Dunstan's Roman Catholic Cathedral. A National Historic Site of Canada, this large, stone church is a stunning example of High Victorian Gothic Revival style of architecture. Noted for its stained glass windows and picturesque roofline, the twin-towered spires of the cathedral are a welcome sight on the Charlottetown skyline.

Reboard your Double-decker bus as you continue local touring enroute back to the pier.

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